Heat One marks the beginning of Ding Dong Lounge’s annual band competition—a multi-week showdown where emerging acts battle for career-launching prizes and scene-wide recognition. Two bands will advance to the semi-finals, but every set is a chance to connect, impress, and leave a mark.
Tin Roof (Indie Pop Rock)
James Elliott (drums), Neil Morrison (bass/vocals), and Johnny Glass (guitar/vocals) form Tin Roof—an indie-pop-rock trio known for cunning melodies, wry lyrics, and a refreshing take on modern music. Their sound is genuine, their vibe unpretentious, and their friendship occasionally hug-worthy.
Monolith (Metal)
This five-piece metal force blends Dan’s crushing growls with Georgia’s soaring melodic vocals, layered over heavy riffs built for moshing. Monolith’s high-energy live show is a full-body experience—brutal, beautiful, and unforgettable.
Steel Tap (Metal)
Born from brain-cell fusion and forged in sonic chaos, Steel Tap are Max, Robson, Ryan, and Horacio. Their music is a sensory overload—earth-shaking bass, oceanic drums, and riffs that hit like dessert for your ears. They’ve toured the realm spreading sore necks and cured boredom. This is Steel Tap.
Sympathy For Summer (Pop Punk / Emo)
Will (guitar/vocals), Hinata (drums), and Brad (bass) deliver cathartic anthems for the overthinkers and romantics. Their debut singles “Insomnia” and “Labyrinth” channel late-night chaos into shout-along hooks and punchy rhythms. If you’ve ever cried on a skate ramp, this one’s for you.
Alternative Facts (Punk)
Steve, Hayden, and Keith are Alternative Facts—a loud, fun, politically charged trio with nods to late-70s British punk. Expect rage, humour, and enough gear to rattle windows three blocks away.
Doors open at 8PM, first band hits at 8:30PM. Early bird presales are $10, general admission presales are $20, and door sales are $25 if presales don’t sell out. R18. Whether you’re on stage or in the crowd, this is your chance to be part of something bigger. The comp starts here—and it starts loud.
Big thanks to:
Dave Rhodes Productions
Phantom Billstickers
Indium Design
Act Up Entertainment
Imaginary Friends
JB Hi-Fi
Muzic.nz
Epic Engraving
Ion Guitar Works
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