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17/08/2026

We would like to wish condolences to the family and friends for the passing of the founding member and bassist of Vormit (Sarawak Legendary Grindcore) Richmond Nyalang Luat.

17/08/2026

Rest in peace to Richmond, original bassist and founding member of Vormit, a legendary Malaysian grindcore act from Kuching, Sarawak.

To read about Vormit history please click on the link

https://heyzine.com/flip-book/ea0e008e01.html

04/08/2026

Without further ado, this is Volume 7 of Blast from the Past series the story of Tahi Suci! One of Bintulu memorable grindcore beast!

For more live music in Sarawak music scene please visit Midlife Crisis Apai Urang!
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/a545622337.html

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27/07/2026

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27/07/2026

Hello guys this is an archive recap of all our bands that we interviewed which is the eclusive edition. For those who wants to do another read through the archive please click on the link below.

1. Vormit (grindcore) Kuching
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/ea0e008e01.html

2. Tribus (alternative-metal) Kuching
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e9ff038be7.html

3. Cannibal Landlord (deathcore) Miri
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/9bb05a749e.html

4.Edelheid (Brit-Rock) Kuching
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/aca12bb708.html

5. Seven Days After (emo-rock) Kuching
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/ad4dd5122c.html

6. Indka (progressive-rock) Kuching
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2f05e7170e.html

7. Tahi Suci (grindcore) Bintulu
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/a545622337.html

Mad3pic Bonus Edition

1.Mentor - Kuching thrash metal band (early 90's) (Kuching)
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2ea0b801a3.html

2. Rick Price concert KL review
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DmpBDp8HY/

3. Black Dog Bone member meet-up
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/959a556054.html

4. Cincai Pedal (The story behind the tone with founder Herbert Chiu)
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/86a3d2308d.html

5. What happen during 2026 Hammersonic?
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/0efed47c1a.html

6. Gen X thoughts on Hammersonic comparing the prime and now..
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/4b25c83997.html

We will update this time by time! Enjoy your read guys!

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26/07/2026

Too Old for This "S**t"
(Song tby Tahi Suci - Hantu Altantuya balik ke PJ)

When Tahi Suci was laid to rest in 2023, it also marked the end of a remarkable ten-year journey. Founded by Adi Herman in 2013, the band left a lasting mark on the local extreme music scene. Looking back on the decision to end the band, Adi simply admitted that he had become "too old" for Tahi Suci's music.

It may sound like a simple statement, but behind those words lies a deep understanding of what it takes to sustain a grindcore band. Grindcore demands relentless energy, intensity, and physical commitment—qualities that defined Tahi Suci throughout its existence and helped distinguish the band from many of its peers.

Not many metal bands openly admit that it is time to retire. Passion often outweighs logic, especially in a genre built on aggression, determination, and uncompromising spirit. However, my recent interview with Adi Herman, now speaking as the former frontman of the disbanded Tahi Suci, revealed the human side behind one of Bintulu's most respected extreme bands.

Tahi Suci built its reputation on songs that challenged political hypocrisy and religious dogma. Their music was never created simply for entertainment—it was a vehicle for protest, frustration, and social commentary. It was clear that Adi always knew exactly what he wanted the band to represent.

"It's just a band that fills my rant throughout what I think about life."

"I created all of these based on my rage, my disagreements, and what I felt deep inside. I channelled it all into my music," he said.

Story and interview by Syaithan

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Entrance is free!

23/07/2026

Sorry for the delay again guys. Our writer is quite busy 😅. Anyways this is a piece about another hammersonic tribute which falls on 2017. A Megadeth headline event which was a dream for most 80'smetalhead. What our writer's point of view describes how depreciating the quality of hammersonic in terms of lineup selection throughout the years. Everybody got a different opinion on it so we might as well write about it. However there is still hope for hammersonic to go back to its traditional setting or maybe do more variety with bigger names to cater to all music lovers!

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15/07/2026

Hammersonic 2017: When the Journey Was Part of the Experience

Much has been said about the evolution of Southeast Asia's biggest metal festival, Hammersonic, held in Jakarta, Indonesia. Since the post-pandemic era, the festival has shifted its direction with a stronger focus on marketing and broader audience appeal. Some fans welcome the changes, while others feel the festival has lost part of its original identity. From a business perspective, only time will tell whether that decision proves to be a success or a misstep.

For this edition, we take a step back to revisit one of the most memorable chapters in Hammersonic's history—a time when attending the festival was an achievement in itself for many metalheads, or "Hammerheads" as the organizers proudly call their loyal followers.

Our writer, Mattieu, was there in 2017, during an era when there were no direct flights from Kuching to Jakarta. Making the journey to Hammersonic demanded careful financial planning, patience, and determination. Travel apps were still in their infancy, online booking was far less convenient than it is today, and travelling as a metalhead often depended on friendships, local contacts, and the incredible sense of brotherhood within the global metal community.

The 2017 edition delivered a lineup that many fans still consider legendary. Megadeth headlined the festival, while performances from Krisiun, Earth Crisis, and Entombed A.D. satisfied both longtime metal veterans and the generation of hardcore and extreme metal fans who grew up during the 1990s and 2000s. It was more than just a festival—it was a gathering that united thousands of metalheads from across Asia under one banner.

Join us as we relive the unforgettable moments of Hammersonic 2017, a festival that remains a benchmark for many who experienced it.

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28/06/2026

Hello guys! As promised, here is the latest MAD3PIC Mini Edition.

This time, our writer covers Hammersonic Festival : 10 Years of Dominion—an event that was originally envisioned to be bigger and grander, just as the organisers had promised.

During the planning stages, Ravel Entertainment worked hard to assemble a lineup that would satisfy the festival's loyal metalhead audience. Staying true to their roots, they also experimented by adding a touch of emo and hardcore acts, although this may not have appealed to every long-time fan. Over nearly two years of preparation, the lineup went through numerous changes as the team faced the challenge of securing a truly powerful headliner.

Unfortunately, circumstances beyond anyone's control—including geopolitical tensions, ongoing conflicts, and a series of unforeseen setbacks—prevented several highly anticipated bands from performing. Long-awaited acts such as Fleshgod Apocalypse were unable to make it, along with several others. Nevertheless, bands like Jinjer and Carpathian Forest still delivered memorable performances for the fans.

But that's life—sometimes the biggest challenges come when you least expect them. Event management is as much about problem-solving as it is about marketing, and credit must be given to Ravel Entertainment for choosing to move forward instead of cancelling the festival altogether.

As Ravel's founder himself said, this event is about legacy and determination. Rather than surrender to adversity, they chose perseverance, proving that Hammersonic is built on resilience as much as it is on music.@

Without further ado, here is the full article presented by our writer. Happy reading!

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26/06/2026

A year after his first chaotic and alcohol-fuelled experience at Hammersonic, the writer returns to Indonesia expecting a bigger and louder celebration for the festival’s 10th anniversary. Instead, he finds himself questioning the lineup direction, venue choice and whether mixing metal with pop punk and emo acts helps or weakens the festival’s identity.

Through personal observations, questionable life choices and unnecessary complaints about the absence of beer, this article reflects on expectations, reality and whether Southeast Asia’s biggest metal festival delivered something unforgettable or simply did the bare minimum.

Dreadful? Not really.
Bare minimum? You decide.

GERRALD 'OVERDRIVE' GILLES

Stay tune for the story release this Sunday!