Everblack Podcast

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Tom S. Englund from Evergrey to talk about the band’s upcoming return to Australia, their latest album Architects of a New Wave, 33 years and 15 albums of Evergrey, exploring new territories around the world, the passion that continues to drive him as a musician, sharing the stage with Iron Maiden, being personally chosen by Steve Harris, and his work beyond Evergrey, including music for the upcoming Jurassic Park: Survival video game. Australian Tour October Tues, Oct 20: The Rosemount, Perth Thurs, Oct 22: Crowbar, Brisbane Fri, Oct 23: Max Watts, Melbourne (NEW VENUE) Sat, Oct 24: The Baso, Canberra Sun, Oct 25: Crowbar, Sydney Tickets available from https://yourmatebookings.com/tours/evergrey-australia-2026/ 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Brent Smith from Shinedown to talk about the band’s long-awaited return to Australia with Bush, their massive 18-track album Eight, putting together a 75-minute setlist, touring and vocal health, and what fans can expect from their upcoming shows Down Under. Destroy All Lines Presents SHINEDOWN x BUSH CO-HEADLINE AUSTRALIAN & NEW ZEALAND TOUR TOUR DATES: THURSDAY 17 SEPTEMBER - SPARK ARENA, AUCKLAND SUNDAY 20 SEPTEMBER - RIVERSTAGE, BRISBANE WEDNESDAY 23 SEPTEMBER - HORDERN PAVILION, SYDNEY FRIDAY 25 SEPTEMBER - JOHN CAIN ARENA, MELBOURNE SUNDAY 27 SEPTEMBER - AEC THEATRE, ADELAIDE TUESDAY 29 SEPTEMBER - HPC, PERTH Tickets from destroyalllines.com 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast sat down with Chris Howorth from In This Moment to talk about the band’s ninth studio album Witch, the challenges of reworking the record, collaborations with Rory Rodriguez from Dayseeker, Kat Von D and Kim Dracula, reimagining iconic songs like The Police’s “Wrapped Around Your Finger” and Pink Floyd’s “Another Brick in the Wall”, the 20th anniversary of Beautiful Tragedy, and the possibility of In This Moment finally returning to Australia. IN THIS MOMENT have dropped their ninth full-length offering and debut LP for Better Noise Music, WITCH, today, August 28. Get it here https://inthismoment.lnk.to/witch 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Simon Connors and Daryl Russell from Lynchmada at Necrosonic Festival in Brisbane to talk about their return to the stage, reuniting with old friends, the 20th anniversary re-recording of “The Other Mexico”, and whether this could really be their final show. 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Lucas Stone from HELM at Necrosonic Festival 2026 to talk about the band’s return, their upcoming BLACKEN FOREVER - SAVE THE BLACK WREATH fundraiser show on the Gold Coast, Soundwave memories, and what’s next for Hammers and his creative journey. BLACKEN FOREVER - QLD HELM join a monstrous lineup of acts from across Southeast Queensland and the Northern Rivers: Snake Mountain, Awful Noise, Blind Girls, Holystone, Couch Wizard, Bunny Racket and Lagerstein sending the party home with a DJ set. September 12 @ Mos Desert Clubhouse Tickets are available via Oztix: tinyurl.com/blackenforever 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast sat down with Torkjell “Toschie” Rød from AUDREY HORNE to chat about their new album Achilles, the band’s evolution over nearly 25 years, the importance of staying creative and diverse, the 20th anniversary of No Hay Banda, unforgettable career moments and the possibility of finally bringing Audrey Horne to Australia. Achilles is out September 4, 2026, via Napalm Records Pre-Order Your Copy of Achilles lnk.to/AudreyHorne-Achilles/napalmrecords 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Benji Webbe from SKINDRED to chat about the band's latest album You Got This, scoring their first UK Number 1, the challenges of making the record, the band's positive message of peace, love and unity, their incredible live shows, upcoming tours and what's next for Skindred. Benji also reveals the hilarious idea of chasing a Guinness World Record for the fastest album signing after smashing through more than 7,000 autographs in just three hours! (Audio Only) Skindred With Special Guests Future Static (excluding Perth) Hailmary (Perth only) Tour Dates: Tuesday 1 September - Magnet House, Perth Thursday 3 September - The Gov, Adelaide Friday 4 September - Northcote Theatre, Melbourne Saturday 5 September - Metro Theatre, Sydney Sunday 6 September - The Triffid, Brisbane Tickets from destroyalllines.com 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Johnny Hourigan and Josh Hobbins from The Matador ahead of their appearance at Necrosonic Festival. We chat about their return after a decade away, their latest EP Throat of the Mountain, supporting Gaerea, writing new material, recording plans and what’s next for the band. Throat of the Mountain is out now: https://thematador1.bandcamp.com/album/throat-of-the-mountain Necrosonic Festival Saturday August 22 Mansfield Tavern Brisbane https://necrosonicfestival.com/ 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with **El Sangrón from BRUJERIA** ahead of their long-awaited return to Australia with **Carcass**. El Sangrón discusses the band’s journey following the loss of Juan Brujo and Pinche Peach, keeping the BRUJERIA legacy alive, his history with the band, the current lineup, touring with Carcass, his other band Sangre, and what the future could hold for new BRUJERIA music. CARCASS with guests BRUJERIA performing at: Sept 22nd – Perth, Magnet House Sept 24th – Adelaide, Lion Arts Factory Sept 25th – Melbourne, Northcote Theatre Sept 26th – Sydney, Liberty Hall Sept 29th – Brisbane, Princess Theatre Sept 30th – Townsville, The Warehouse* Oct 2nd – Auckland, The Studio* *Brujeria not performing TICKETS ON SALE NOW at: PERTH, TOWNSVILE – www.oztix.com.au ADELAIDE, MELBOURNE, SYDNEY – www.moshtix.com.au BRISBANE – www.ticketmaster.com.au AUCKLAND - https://moshtix.co.nz 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Johannes Eckerström from Avatar to talk about the band’s return down under, supporting Metallica, being praised by one of the biggest bands in the world, connecting with fans, Avatar’s genre-defying sound, and what’s next as the band continues their relentless journey around the globe. AVATAR 2026 Australian and NZ Tour Dates Wednesday 26th August ADELAIDE, Lion Arts Factory Friday 28th August MELBOURNE, Northcote Theatre Saturday 29th August SYDNEY, Manning Bar Sunday 30th August BRISBANE, Princess Theatre Tuesday 1ST September AUCKLAND, Powerstation Tickets: From: https://thephoenix.au/avatar-2026/ 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Troy Sanders from Mastodon to talk about their upcoming album Marrow Deep, its heavier direction, welcoming Nick Johnston into the band, and the incredible lineup of guest musicians. Troy also opens up about loss, moving forward after the passing of Brent Hinds, the emotional power of music, and how turning darkness and grief into art can help both the artist and those listening. We also chat about Blood Mountain turning 20, Killer Be Killed, Back to the Beginning, and Mastodon’s love for Australia. Mastodon - Marrow Deep is out August 28 via Loma Vista Recordings. Pre-order/pre-save Marrow Deep here: https://i.mastodonrocks.com/marrowdeep Watch the Mastodon In The Room short film here: https://i.mastodonrocks.com/mastodonintheroom 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast sat down with James Norbert Ivanyi to chat about his upcoming instrumental album Phantasm Cozenage, his creative process, surreal artwork, storytelling through instrumental music, signature guitars, and plans for an Australian tour in 2027. 'The Phantasm Cozenage' is released on August 19. Pre orders are available from Friday Aug 7 from 5.00pm AEDT https://jamesnorbertivanyi.bandcamp.com/album/the-phantasm-cozenage 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia #jamesivanyi #guitarist #progmetal #suhrguitars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Adam Glynn from Five Star Prison Cell to talk about their return at Necrosonic Festival, reuniting after 15 years, revisiting their unique sound, the band’s legacy, and what the future may hold. Necrosonic Festival Saturday August 22 Mansfield Tavern Brisbane https://necrosonicfestival.com/ 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast spoke to Captain Sensible from The Damned about 50 years of punk chaos, the band's incredible legacy, returning to Australia, wild stories from the early days, leaving the 9-5 behind for rock 'n' roll, staying authentic in modern music, and why The Damned are still going strong after five decades. THE DAMNED AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND SEPTEMBER 2026 TOUR DATES Tuesday 8th September AUCKLAND, Powerstation Thursday 10th September SYDNEY, The Opera House Friday 11th September BRISBANE, The Tivoli Sunday 13th September MELBOURNE, The Forum Tickets: From: https://thephoenix.au/the-damned-2026/ 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Daniel Winter-Bates from Bury Tomorrow to talk about their crushing new single ‘Sx’, pushing the band’s sound into new territory, embracing change after 20 years, the evolution of modern metal vocals, his influences from deathcore and industrial metal, vocal techniques, and returning to Australia for their upcoming headline tour. BURY TOMORROW (UK) Australian Tour September 2026 with Gideon (US) Friday 4 September - The Tivoli, Brisbane 18+ Saturday 5 September - King St Bandroom, Newcastle 18+ Sunday 6 September - Metro Theatre, Sydney Lic AA Wednesday 9 September - Northcote Theatre, Melbourne 18+ Thursday 10 September - The Gov, Adelaide Lic AA Friday 11 September - Magnet House, Perth 18+ https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/bury-tomorrow-2026 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast spoke to Nagash from THE KOVENANT about bringing Nexus Polaris to Australia for the first time, revisiting the band's legendary catalogue, their evolution into cyber metal pioneers, winning Norwegian Grammy Awards, new vinyl releases, and the future of THE KOVENANT including plans for a new album. THE KOVENANT with guests Hybrid Nightmares performing at: Sept 18th – Melbourne, Max Watts w/ Nontinuum Sept 19th – Sydney, Crowbar w/ Destruction Of The Healer TICKETS ON SALE NOW at www.oztix.com.au 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Jason Brown from Sunk Loto to talk about the band's long-awaited return, their upcoming Australian tour, reconnecting with fans after all these years, the legacy of Between Birth and Death, new music, and what the future holds for one of Australia's most influential heavy bands Interview: Dan Maynard 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Elijah Witt from CANE HILL ahead of their return to Australia, discussing the band’s evolution, their upcoming shows with Ocean Grove, and how their live performance has grown since their first trip down under. Elijah opens up about the emotional weight behind Cane Hill’s music, the personal shift that shaped their latest material, and why he believes songs should belong to the listener’s own interpretation. He also dives into how growing up around New Orleans’ unique culture, groove and heavy music history has influenced the band’s sound. OCEAN GROVE ODDWORLD UNDERGROUND AUSTRALIAN TOUR WITH SPECIAL GUESTS CANE HILL (USA) DEFICIT + BLINDER Show Dates: Thursday 13 August - Amplifier Bar, Perth Friday 14 August - The Gov, Adelaide Saturday 15 August - 170 Russell, Melbourne Thursday 20 August - Factory Theatre, Sydney Friday 21 August - Hamilton Station Hotel, Newcastle Saturday 22 August - Princess Theatre, Brisbane Tickets from destroyalllines.com 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Briton Bond and Cody Quistad from Florida metalcore heavyweights WAGE WAR ahead of their It Calls Me By Name Australian headline tour. The guys discuss their crushing new EP It Calls Me By Name, capturing the raw aggression of Florida’s swamp atmosphere, balancing brutal riffs with huge melodic hooks, writing their latest material, and what fans can expect when they return down under with ORTHODOX and HEAVENSGATE. interview: Luke Petty WAGE WAR AUSTRALIAN TOUR 2026 WITH SPECIAL GUESTS ORTHODOX (USA) & HEAVENSGATE TOUR DATES: THURSDAY 30 JULY - FREO SOCIAL, PERTH SATURDAY 1 AUGUST - THE GOV, ADELAIDE LIC AA SUNDAY 2 AUGUST - FORUM, MELBOURNE 18+ VENUE UPGRADE THURSDAY 6 AUGUST - THE TIVOLI, BRISBANE 18+ SELLING FAST FRIDAY 7 AUGUST - METRO THEATRE, SYDNEY LIC AA SELLING FAST Tickets from destroyalllines.com 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia #WageWar #Metalcore #EverblackPodcast #ItCallsMeByName #metalpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Everblack Podcast caught up with Daniel Tompkins from Tesseract to talk about the band's upcoming Australian tour with Karnivool, evolving their immersive live show, his solo project Prince of Failure, opening up about his ADHD diagnosis and mental health, finding balance as an artist, the creative future of Tesseract, and much more. 🎙️ EVERBLACK PODCAST – SUBSCRIBE & STREAM: 🔗 https://linktr.ee/EverblackPodcast 🌐 Follow Everblack: 🔹 Website: www.everblack.com.au 🔹 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Everblackmedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.