Hailing from Maryborough, Queensland is three-piece alt-hard-rock outfit Ruination.
Featuring Luke Karolak (Guitar/Vocals), Brady Weber (Bass) and Josh Brooks
(Drums), the trio entwine soft soundscapes with a melodic, rock edge at its core.
Brought about in 2021, with Luke bringing riffs, melodies and lyrics he had for
decades to Josh to establish a rock-solid foundation. Once established Brady came
into scope to bring about the low end needed to round out the sound and bring forth
the rhythmic soundwaves.
Ruination draws influences from a diverse range of acts including Seether, The
Pixies, COG, The Beatles, Black Sabbath to Alice In Chains, Nirvana, Tool,
Silverchair, HUM, Deftones, Superheaven, Karnivool and more.
There is a distinct sound being crafted through the band’s song writing which shows
restraint in soothing and soft intros almost ballad like, upward to Heavy and soaring
Choruses. Performing shows locally and interstate, Ruination have shared the stage
with the likes of Killing Heidi, HAMMERS, Pistonfist, Krave, Mezmik and many
more. Also, recently they have opened the SOUNDS OF ROCK FESTIVAL in Hervey
Bay in 2024 and performed at Hostile Fest on the Sunshine Coast in early 2025.
Their First EP Release Whisper in 2022 comprising of 6 tracks with track Fading
Grey becoming a heavily spun song, showed off their softer sound and showcasing
that not only heavy is the way.
Ruination will be releasing new music in 2025 with singles off their forthcoming
album Everything Eventually to be released through Golden Robot Records in
October 2025 that this band has signed to.
This album was recorded, mixed and mastered by Mick Bristow at King Street Studio
at Woody Point, Brisbane, Queensland.
WTW (Watch the World) being the first single out 13/6/25, with future singles to
come.
Keep a look out for Ruination as they will hit a stage near you very soon.
“Ruination is a three-piece Hard Rock Band from Maryborough. Combining Rock,
Metal, and Punk, this hard hitting three-piece are an exceptional band to see perform
live. The way they engage with their audience is professional and fun. The energy
between the members is captivating.