Killer Queens – A Heavy Music Showcase of Power, Passion & Pure Mayhem
Presented by Hostile Entertainment
Step into the throne room of heavy music at Killer Queens — a fierce, femme-fronted rock and metal showcase hitting two South East Queensland venues this July.
This isn’t just a gig — it’s a full-throttle celebration of raw talent, thunderous breakdowns, and stage-dominating charisma. Featuring a stacked lineup of four of SEQ’s most electrifying female-led bands, Killer Queens promises riffs, roars, and a crowd-shaking experience you won’t forget.
🔥 Lineup
Aeon Nexus
Progressive metalcore outfit Aeon Nexus melds futuristic djent grooves and raw metal aggression with ethereal pop sensibilities to create a sound that is impossible to define. Since their live debut in early 2024, the successful release of their popular debut single Twin Hurricanes spurred a slew of tour shows across Queensland and interstate, supporting prominent Australian heavy acts such as Orpheus Omega and Hammers. The quartet’s fast-growing reputation for captivating yet brutal live experiences earned them a coveted local support slot for US metalcore pioneers Bleeding Through’s September 2024 Australian tour. Leading up to the release of their debut EP Positive Disintegration, Aeon Nexus were selected by Wall of Sound as that week’s feature artist for their “Aussie Heavyweights and Hitmakers” playlist, and within a fortnight, the band had amassed 25,000 views on their Sony Catchlight Film Festival award-nominated music video for single The Choice.
Watch: Black Mass (Official Video)
Mezmik
Hailing from the vibrant city of Brisbane, Mezmik emerges as a powerhouse in the realm of melodic metal, infusing symphonic elements with a raw, visceral energy. Formed in 2020, this elegant quintet swiftly carved their niche in the ever-evolving metal scene with powerful performances and unrivaled energy, which saw them secure a place on stage supporting Blind Guardian for the Brisbane show of their 2024 Australian tour. With each performance, Mezmik unleashes a whirlwind of emotion and energy, captivating audiences with their electrifying stage presence and undeniable talent.
Watch: Flames & Fury (Official Video)
Jollee
Formed in 2019 on the Gold Coast, Jollee is a musical powerhouse blending fierce vocals, heavy rock riffs, and a playful, theatrical energy. Hailed by Good Call Live as “the perfect example of why women are born to rock,” the band’s electrifying live shows leave audiences in awe. Jollee has shared the stage with legends like The Preatures (Magick Tour), Killing Heidi (Tour), Ali Barter, RedHook, Everclear (Tour), Wolfmother, and Sneaky Sound System, cementing their reputation as one of Australia’s most exciting heavy acts. With the April 2025 release of their energetic new single Stir It Up, Jollee’s reign of chaos shows no sign of slowing down.
Watch: Stir It Up (Official Music Video)
Veratie
Formed in 2021 by lead singer-songwriter Sarah and guitarist-beatmaker Connor, VERATIE weaves evocative melodic and rap vocals through an intricate soundscape of synth, heavy guitars, and unrelenting rhythm. They’ve already shared the stage with The Halo Effect (Europe), Beyond the Black (Europe), RedHook, Devilskin (New Zealand), Lagerstein, Krave, and more. With a series of bi-monthly releases building toward their debut album IN//HUMAN — VERATIE is carving out a bold, uncompromising vision exploring the collision of humanity, society, machine, and divine.
Born of a desire to open doors for emerging artists and a genuine passion for nurturing local talent, Hostile Entertainment business owner, David Dean has been helping grassroots musicians find success for over 25 years now. With his extensive experience in the SEQ live music scene and many alternative artists on the Hostile Entertainment roster, it quickly became clear to Dean that SEQ stages were crying out for the growing number of female-led heavy bands in the region.
Watch: Ashes (Official Music Video)
🎟️ Tour Dates
- Saturday 19th July – The Presynct, Nambour
With special guests: Hyena Smile & Speira
Buy Tickets - Sunday 20th July – Vinnies Dive, Southport
With special guests: Valhalla Lights & Slythr
Buy Tickets
Tickets: $20 presale / $25 door
🎤 Why Killer Queens?
Hostile Entertainment roster artists Veratie, Mezmik, Jollee and Aeon Nexus are joining together to unite the leading ladies of SEQ rock and metal and deliver a very special live experience. Enter stage right – Killer Queens
The two exclusive shows will take place across a whirlwind mid-July weekend, with the core four acts dominating the stage at The Presynct, Nambour on Saturday 19th July, joined by local supports Hyena Smile and Speira, followed by an afternoon and night extravaganza at Vinnies Dive in Southport, supported by Valhalla Lights and Slythr.
“Killer Queens is more than a showcase — it’s a community moment. These bands deserve the spotlight. And they’re going to earn it loud.”
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