5 Metal Bands

Fuelset, Jackal, Dakota Scream, Golias and Old Kingdom.

Jackal are a four-piece band based in Auckland. With a wide range of influences, Jackal have created a unique progressive rock-meets-psychedelic sound that has captured an interest in Auckland's alternative scene. Jackal never fail to put on a high-energy show (and with acoustic sets every so often), they are an absolute must-see live. Make sure to follow Jackal to stay updated with their frequent gigs and a new album which will undoubtedly impress.

Coming out of the studio after recording their second album, Jackal combine solid riffs guitar with a heavy funk rhythm section. Come along to hear a collection of tracks from their second album 'Furnace Creek' as well as songs from their first album 'Sleeping Life' and new unreleased tracks.

Copies of Furnace Creek will be sold for $5 on the night. www.jackalband.bandcamp.com.

Dakota Scream:
Dakota Scream is an Auckland-based metal band, known for their heavy, head banging, high energy live shows, and powerful songs.Their music features a wicked mix of captivating riffs, immense rhythm and hard-hitting drum beats, along with catchy lyrics that will have you singing along in no time. It's the mix of professionalism and plain old fun that gives this band their real unique flavour, and sees their gigs being tight yet unrestricted. With their sole aim being to have a damn good time spreading the word on their sound, Dakota Scream is definitely a band not to be missed. Check them out at a show near you.

http://www.dakotascream.com/

Fuelset:
Through hard work, persistence and uncompromising dedication Fuelset have carved a lasting niche in a scene that sees many bands fade into obscurity. Their unique fusion of solid aggressive metal with the likes of reggae, hardcore and rapcore really sets them apart from the rest, and their intense live show is guaranteed to entertain any live music fan.

Golias:
Progressive metal.

Old Kingdom:
Old Kingdom are a 5-piece metal band coming from Auckland's North Shore.

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