Hailing from the homeland of the American Civil War, and the heartland of bands like GWAR, Richmond, Virginia’s punk metal crossover party dudes Municipal Waste rose from the salty remains of a New Years Eve Keg Party in 2000/2001, in which they were later blamed for inciting a minor riot.
What did you honestly expect at a New Years Eve party, seriously?
From the outset Municipal Waste have been an unstoppable force, with their endless touring schedule and consistent recorded out put, they’ve earned the title prize of being one of the hardest working, and well respected, bands with in their scene, that being thrash metal, which is a genre that over the past 10 years has had a massive cult like resurgence.
Riding high on the release of their new album, their first for Nuclear Blast records, THE FATAL FEAST, Municipal Waste are finally returning to Australia, after a massively long 7-year hiatus.
See them this June thrash across New Zealand and Australia!
Tony Foresta, vocalist for the band, shares:
"The first Municipal Waste tour in Australia was one of my all time favorite trips I've ever been on. I can't believe we have never came back until now. I'm looking forward to seeing friends I kept in touch with over the years and as well as making new ones am also really stoked to play New Zealand for the first time ever. Heaps!!!"
Heathen Skulls, Chicks That Scream, Under The Radar, VANS, and Metal Obsession, proudly present from Richmond, Virginia MUNICIPAL WASTE
Tickets on sale Wednesday 13th of March!
(see details below)
Thursday 13th: Wellington @ Bodega Bar
Tickets from www.undertheradar.co.nz
w/ Shitripper + special guests
Friday 14th: Auckland, NZ @ The Kings Arms Tavern
Tickets from www.undertheradar.co.nz
w/ Shitripper + special guests
Saturday 15th: Brisbane @ The Hi Fi
Tickets from www.oztix.com.au
w/ special guests
Sunday 16th: Sydney @ The Hi Fi
Tickets from www.oztix.com.au
w/ Shitripper (New Zealand) + special guests
Thursday 20th: Adelaide @ Fowlers Live (all ages)
Tickets from www.moshtix.com.au
w/ special guests
Friday 21st: Perth @ The Rosemount Hotel
Tickets from www.trybooking.com
w/ special guests
Saturday 22nd: Hobart @ The Brisbane
Tickets from www.trybooking.com
w/ RUINS + special guests
Sunday 23rd: Melbourne @ Corner Hotel
Under 18's (1pm – 5pm) w/ Shitripper (New Zealand) + special guests
Over 18's (7:30pm – 11pm) w/ Shitripper (New Zealand) + special guests
Tickets from www.cornerhotel.com
In other Municipal Waste news, they also now have their own Toxic Revolution Stout Ale beer..
Grab your tattered flag and your full-face respirator for the celebration, 'cuz it's finally here: Municipal Waste's Toxic Revolution Stout Ale, "a black liquid wall of death in your mouth."
Thank science. Yes, science. Who else perfected the brewing arts of malting, mashing, boiling, fermentation, aging, and bottling? Next, give an extra-special thanks to Virginia's speed metal punks Municipal Waste for being the inspirational muse to the liquid scientists at the artisanal craft brewery at Three Floyds.
Here's what the guys in the Three Floyds lab coats have to say about their latest stupendous creation:
"Toxic Revolution was borne of relentless experimentation, ancient alchemy, and hatred. Hatred of uninspired, flavorless beer. Municipal Waste demanded we brew a massive yet drinkable American style oatmeal stout perfect for winter shred sessions. Black as night and creamy on the palate with fruity, tropical hop notes balanced with roasted and chocolate malt. 50 IBUs, 8.5% ABV."
"Being able to have a beer made for the band is awesome," shares Municipal Waste drummer Dave Witte, the band's noted beer connoisseur. "Having a beer made for the band by Three Floyd's is incredible and a dream come true. Not only are they world class beer makers, they are great people and understand the band. They invited me out to help brew and it was such a great time! After tasting the pilot batch and stages of the brew itself, I can say that this is going to be one hell of a beer. Three Floyd's always outdoes themselves and this is no exception!"
Toxic Revolution will be released the week of March 11th via Three Floyds regular beer distribution channels and vendors in 22 ounce bottles. It can also be purchased on draught at the Three Floyds pub in Munster, Indiana (just down the road from Chicago).
