The band you weren’t expecting —
the one you remember.
Melbourne alternative rock — big riffs, anthemic hooks, built to hit live.
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As A Rival are a Melbourne alternative rock band known for high-energy live shows that turn first-time listeners into lifelong fans. With over a decade of releases and 100+ shows across Australia, they’ve built a reputation as a crowd-winning act — consistently stepping onto bigger lineups and leaving a lasting impression.
Available for support slots & select headline shows.
LIVE SHOW REEL
High-energy sets that turn first-time listeners into lifelong fans.
BIG RIFFS. BIG HOOKS. BUILT TO HIT WHERE IT MATTERS — LIVE
100+ shows across Australia —
built on a reputationfor delivering, every time.
WHO WE ARE
As A Rival are a Melbourne alternative rock band built on energy, melody, and the kind of live show that sticks with you long after the last note.
THE SOUND
Blending surging riffs with anthemic hooks and emotionally driven songwriting, the band have spent over a decade refining a sound that hits hard without losing its heart — sitting comfortably between modern alt-rock, punk energy, and melodic intensity.
Having recorded and worked alongside industry heavyweights like Adam Kasper and Tom Larkin, As A Rival have developed a polished, powerful sound built for both stage and record.
LIVE REPUTATION
But it’s live where everything clicks.
Whether opening a night or stepping onto bigger stages, As A Rival have built a reputation for turning first-time listeners into fans. The kind of band people stay for — and walk away from wondering why they weren’t already on their radar.
With 100+ shows across Australia, they consistently win over the room — no matter the lineup.
WHAT'S NEXT
Now building toward their next chapter, As A Rival are writing their fourth album while continuing to sharpen their live show and grow their audience — one room at a time.
featured track
Lost At Sea — (Official Music Video)
Also recommended:
So Long (anthemic) · All The Rage (heavy, explosive)
• 3 Albums + Multiple EPs
• 100+ shows across AustraliA
• Worked with Adam Kasper (Foo Fighters, QOTSA)
• Produced with Tom Larkin (Shihad)
