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<h2><span>Australian thrash metal legends Mortal Sin celebrate 40 years of mayhem in 2026 – and for the first time ever, the band will bring their iconic thrash assault to North Queensland.</span></h2...
<h2><span>Australian thrash metal legends Mortal Sin celebrate 40 years of mayhem in 2026 – and for the first time ever, the band will bring their iconic thrash assault to North Queensland.</span></h2><span><span><span>Joining them on this special run are Adelaide thrashers Hidden Intent, celebrating 15 years of drop-bear-fuelled chaos, delivering the high-energy mayhem they’ve become known for across Australia and internationally.</span></span></span><br><br><span><span><span>Also joining all three North Queensland shows are rising extreme metal outfit Abysmal Fortress, with local metal legends supporting in each town, making this a stacked night of Australian heavy music from top to bottom.</span></span></span><h3><span>Mortal Sin’s place in thrash metal history is undisputed. Formed in Sydney in the mid-80s, the band helped put Australian thrash on the global map with their legendary debut album Mayhemic Destruction, recorded at Sydney’s Studio 301 in 1986.</span></h3><br><span><span><span>2026 marks several major milestones for the band:</span></span></span><br><span><span><span>• 40 years since Mayhemic Destruction<br>• 20 years since An Absence of Faith<br>• 15 years since Psychology of Death</span></span></span><br><span><span><span>It also marks their first return to the stage since 2011, making this tour one of the most anticipated Australian metal events in years.</span></span></span><br><br><span><span><span>The 2026 lineup sees the return of original members Mat Maurer (vocals) and Andy Eftichiou (bass) alongside Nathan Shea (guitar) and Ryan Huthnance (guitar), joined by Sydney drummer George Delinicolis (LIVEWIRE / Bastardizer) for the tour.</span></span></span><br><br><span><span><span>Fans can expect a career-spanning set of thrash classics, celebrating one of Australia’s most important metal bands.</span></span></span><br><br><span><span><span>With Hidden Intent, Abysmal Fortress, and local heavy hitters in each city, this North Queensland run promises a full-tilt night of Australian metal mayhem.</span></span></span>
743 Flinders St
Townsville, QLD
Date & Time
Saturday 6 June 2026
10:00 am
Location
The Warehouse Bandroom, Townsville
**Jarrod Murphy Collective (JMC) Tribute to Rock & Rock** **Lord Mayor’s City Hall Concerts presents Jarrod Murphy Collective (JMC) Tribute to Rock & Rock.** The Jarrod Murphy Collective is your ultimate 'Good Times Every Time' band playing regularly all about the Brisbane surrounds. Specialising in classic hits to modern favourites, they guarantee you'll have a blast. The JMC are excited to present this concert with a tribute to Rock n Roll. **Think Elvis to Springsteen, Beatles to Creedence, Paul Kelly to Crowded House. All of your rock n roll requirements will be satisfied.** Jarrod brings pitch perfect vocals and expressive guitar, Ivan on keys, Simon on drums and Carlos on bass. The JMC brings swagger and charisma to every gig. Good Times Every Time. This Lord Mayor's City Hall Concert is produced by Viva La Musica - Rhonda Davidson Irwin. **Image credit:** Jarrod Murphy Anna will be hosting this meetup. Doors open: 11.00am Show Starts: 12.00 noon Show finishes: 1.00pm to 1.15pm
location_onBrisbane City Hall, Brisbane
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