13 September 2026 – Prepare your necks and brace your ears — SHRED FEST 2026 is coming! The renowned travelling metal festival will storm across Australia and New Zealand, delivering an unmatched celebration of technical excellence, intensity, and musical precision.
This year’s edition features two of the most acclaimed names in modern extreme metal Obscura (GER) & Fallujah (USA):
OBSCURA (GER) – Progressive death metal pioneers and masters of technical virtuosity. Following two successful Australian tours along with a return to New Zealand, OBSCURA is back to present their latest album A Sonication as part of their ongoing world tour.
FALLUJAH (USA) – The visionary force of progressive and atmospheric technical death metal, set to unleash their transcendental soundscapes across southern shores.
Joining the international lineup are some of Australia’s most formidable local acts:
ASHEN (Perth, AUS) – Delivering crushing death-doom steeped in atmosphere and relentless groove.
LIVEWIRE (Sydney, AUS) – Livewire brings all the glory from 80s speed metal and their signature shred sound to audiences around Australia and always leaves listeners craving for more.
Additional guests will appear on this show.
Line Up
OBSCURA (GER)
FALLUJAH (USA)
ASHEN (WA)
LIVEWIRE (NSW)
+ Special Guests
SHRED FEST 2026 promises a diverse and uncompromising showcase of extreme metal — from technical precision to devastating heaviness. Expect the ultimate convergence of musicianship, passion, and power.
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