Parkway Drive is set to lead the inaugural Hellbound Metal Cruise, featuring a stellar all-Australian lineup. The highly anticipated event, organized by Choose Your Cruise and Destroy All Lines, promises an unforgettable experience for metal music enthusiasts.
Joining Parkway Drive on stage are prominent Australian heavy music acts like Polaris, The Butterfly Effect, Northlane, Make Them Suffer, and In Hearts Wake. The lineup also includes emerging talents such as Belle Haven, Bloom, Chez, and many more, ensuring a diverse and exciting musical experience for attendees.
The Hellbound cruise is scheduled to depart from Sydney’s Darling Harbour in October 2026 aboard the Carnival Splendor vessel. The event will feature a custom-built main stage on the pool deck, live music performances, DJ sets, an onboard fitness center, Cloud 9 Spa, and daily fitness classes.
Attendees can look forward to an all-inclusive experience covering entertainment, accommodation, and food (excluding alcohol). Early Bird pre-sale tickets will be available in May, with general public tickets set to go on sale shortly after. The cruise promises a unique opportunity to enjoy metal music in a scenic maritime setting.
Marius Els, Joint CEO of Choose Your Cruise, expressed excitement about launching a metal cruise, highlighting the team’s dedication to creating a memorable event. Collaborating with Destroy All Lines and Parkway Drive, the organizers aim to deliver an unparalleled experience for metal fans.
Chris O’Brien, Head Promoter of Destroy All Lines, emphasized the long-standing efforts to bring a metal cruise to Australia, underscoring the commitment to providing fans with exceptional experiences. The collaboration between industry experts ensures that Hellbound will be a standout event in the Australian music scene.
The lineup for Hellbound includes a diverse array of artists, from established heavyweights like Parkway Drive to promising newcomers like Future Static and Ocean Sleeper. The inclusion of stage host Manov and Taking Back Saturday DJs adds an extra layer of entertainment to the cruise.
As the metal music community eagerly anticipates the Hellbound Metal Cruise, the event represents a significant milestone in Australia’s music festival landscape. By bringing together top-tier talent and emerging artists, the cruise promises to showcase the rich diversity and vibrancy of the Australian heavy metal scene.
With the stage set for an unforgettable journey at sea, metal fans can look forward to an immersive experience that celebrates the power and passion of heavy music. The Hellbound Metal Cruise marks a new chapter in Australia’s music festival history, offering an exciting platform for artists and fans to come together and revel in the electrifying sounds of heavy metal.
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