Beastwars

Sludgy noise superstars CHAT PILE have announced their first ever Australia & New Zealand tour for June 2026. Fusing elements of post-punk, nu metal, grunge, they have earned a cult following for their eclectic take on what they simply deem ‘noise rock.’

Having already sold out 2 shows at Hobart’s Dark Mofo Festival, the 7 year old quartet will play dates in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Auckland & Wellington, with support from New Zealand’s BEASTWARS on selected dates.

Formed in 2019, the band took their name from piles of chat, byproducts of mining which are commonly found throughout northeast Oklahoma. Their adopted stage names Raygun Busch, Luther Manhole, Stin and Cap’n Ron were conjured as a way of avoiding identification from previous employers.

Following the band’s self-released debut ‘This Dungeon Earth’, they were signed to The Flenser in 2020 and released their debut album ‘God’s Country’. The album received broad acclaim, including ‘Best New Music’ on Pitchfork.

Their second full-length record ‘Cool World’ was releasing in 2024. They went on to headline Roadburn Festival 2025 and tour extensively, earning a reputation for an incendiary live show.

Joining Chat Pile in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Auckland & Wellington is Kiwi sludge metal band BEASTWARS. The veteran group originally formed in the late 1980s and have abided by one steadfast maxim ever since: obey the riff.

 It’s time. Dig into Chat Pile this June.

Presented by Bird’s Robe & Independent Artist Group

CHAT PILE

Watch ‘Masc’

Watch ‘Tropical Beaches Inc’

 Watch – Live at Hellfest

BEASTWARS

Watch ‘Levitate’

Watch ‘Raise The Sword’

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- Limited street parking on Stratton Street
- Nearby public parking lots within 5-minute walk
- Ride-sharing recommended during peak events
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- Limited wheelchair accessible areas
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- Most events are 18+
- Rare all-ages shows may be specified
- Minors must be accompanied by legal guardian
- Age restrictions vary by specific event