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Invasion Fest

Invasion Fest was an all-ages heavy metal music festival held primarily in Melbourne, and occasionally in other major cities around Australia. It showcased smaller and emerging Australian bands within the heavy scene that wouldn't normally have the opportunity to play such large shows or venues, alongside larger international and Australian acts.[1]

Invasion Fest
GenreHeavy metal, hardcore, metalcore, deathcore, and punk rock
DatesDecember - February; September
Location(s)Australia
Melbourne (2012–2019)
Gold Coast (2013)
Sydney (2020)
Years active2012-2020
FoundersAsh Hull
Websitefacebook.com/invasionfestaustralia

2012

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The initial year of Invasion Fest had 2 events, one in February and one in November. The February event was held at Ringwood OLP, and the November event was held at the Lilydale Showgrounds shed.[2][3]

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2013

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In 2013, the festival expanded to include the Gold Coast, albeit with a slightly different lineup to the Melbourne event. The Melbourne event was held at St Johns Parish in Mitcham, and the Gold Coast event was held at Expressive Grounds. The Melbourne event was the first show for the band Sentinel, and the final show for the band Brooklyn.[4][5]

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Notes *A^ For the Fallen Dreams withdrew from the lineup due to vocalist Chad Ruhlig suffering a motorcycle accident.[6]

2015

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After skipping a year, Invasion Fest returned to a single event format in Melbourne for 2015. The event was held at Arrow on Swanston, and sponsored by KillYourStereo.com.[7]

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Saturday, 5 December

2016

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The 2016 event was held at Arrow on Swanston. This was the final show for the band Sentinel.[8]

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Saturday, 10 December

2017

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The 2017 event was held at Arrow on Swanston, and sponsored by KillYourStereo.com and Hysteria Magazine.[9]

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Saturday, 9 December

2020

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After a 2 year hiatus, the festival returned in 2020 and was held at The Metro Theatre in Sydney, rather than Melbourne. It was once again sponsored by Hysteria Magazine. This was The Red Shore's first performance in over a decade.[10][11]

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References

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  1. ^ Belling, Alasdair (22 January 2020). "Invasion Fest 2020: a mighty return for the Australian all-ages hardcore festival". KillYourStereo. Retrieved 8 February 2020.
  2. ^ Invasion Fest February 2012 lineup poster. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
  3. ^ Invasion Fest November 2012 lineup poster. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
  4. ^ Invasion Fest 2013 Melbourne lineup poster. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
  5. ^ Invasion Fest 2013 Gold Coast lineup poster. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
  6. ^ Invasion Fest. 28 August 2013 at 16:03. Facebook. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
  7. ^ "Hallower reunite for Invasion Fest". KillYourStereo. 28 September 2015. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
  8. ^ "Here's A Bunch Of Reasons Why You Should To Go To Invasion Fest". KillYourStereo. 1 December 2016. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
  9. ^ "The Full Lineup For Invasion Fest 2017 Is Here!". KillYourStereo. 15 October 2017. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
  10. ^ "Invasion Festival 2020's Full Lineup Announced". Wall of Sound. 24 October 2019. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
  11. ^ "Invasion Fest Unveils Massive 2020 Lineup". Music Feeds. 24 October 2019. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
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