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Metal / Metalcore / Alternative

Rarely does a band earn the acclaim from their first release to pave the way for their future after being together for only 4 years. Even rarer is it to find a band that can do so with everlasting passion and aggression. With their debut release Keeping Nothing, Australias fastest rising metal band ANTONAMASIA, have done just that.

Earning them billing alongside the biggest metal bands in the country such as the prestigious Metal for the Brain Festival and Metalstock and securing them exclusive supports with bands such as 10 Years (US), Leaves Eyes (SWE) and Atrocity (GER), Keeping Nothing was received with open arms, rave reviews and 5/5 ratings in Drum Media and Blunt Magazine and on online publications including Sinister.com, dBmagazine.com and Fasterlouder.com.

Almost immediately after recording their debut release in January 2006 with 2 time ARIA nominated producer dw Norton (Superheist, Daysend, Vanden), ANTONAMASIA signed with esteemed Metal/Hard Rock label Faultline Records. Helmed by Norton, Faultline Records released a highly anticipated Keeping Nothing in October 2006 which quickly elevated the band to towering heights. With immediate attention from Triple Js Full Metal Racket and online radio stations such as Hard Rock Radio Live, Keeping Nothing has seen high rotation since its release. The following month their debut effort saw the band among the top 5 at the 2006 Musicoz Awards when Asphyxiation Theory was nominated in Best Metal/Hardcore category.

After 4 solid years of touring and sharing the stage with the biggest names in Australian metal and their 27 date 2006 Keeping Nothing Tour, ANTONAMASIA have, in a very short time, proven that they possess the talent and undying work ethic that will take them to the top and far beyond.

November 6

Antonamasia farewell Cassie and Baz

Hi guys, It’s been a while again and we can’t apologise enough. We’ve caught wind of a few rumours and whispers going around the last few months and after sorting through some issues we’re finally able to set the record straight and fill you guys in on what’s going on in the Antonamasia camp. After 5 long years, we have decided to part ways with our singer Cassie Dallas. The decision ultimately came down to some very unfortunate personal and creative differences. Cass has asked we post the following for her; "After 5 years I can honestly say that more than anyone else you guys are the reason this band became what it is. Your faith in us, your support and your loyalty are unmatched and I am personally forever grateful. You guys have given me an experience I’ll hold close for the rest of my life where it may take me. Please don’t ever think I’ve turned my back on any of you (I plan to keep in touch whenever I can) Some of the messages I received from you guys has made such a difference in my mind and heart. My message that I would like to leave you with is a little sombre bit equally as important. Never let go of your dreams no matter what they are and never let anyone make you feel like you don’t deserve what you want or you aren’t good enough to get it. There are people that may put you down but don’t let them keep you down. Everyone is special in their own way; you just have to hold onto it. I’m proud to say that I’ve had all of you behind me at some stage (pardon the pun) and I love you guys so much. I’m grateful that I’ve been able to show you some of my true colours. Keep rockin. Love always Cass xXxXx" We’re also sad to announce the departure of Andrew ‘Baz’ Barrington. This was very hard decision for Baz to make but he has decided to call it a day and focus on his lifelong goal of travelling around Australia and following fruit season. We’re all still very close friends through everything and we wish Cass and Baz all the best of luck with everything they take on. We’ll definitely keep you guys posted about any of their future projects. Thanks again to you all for your support over the last few months while we’ve been working through everything and we can’t wait to get back out there and see you guys again. We’ll be posting details about auditions for a new singer and bass player very soon so watch this space. Antonamasia