Mortal Sin Celebrates 40th Anniversary of ‘Mayhemic Destruction’ With Australian Tour

The Aussie thrash icons are taking to the stage for the first time since 2011.

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Thrash icons Mortal Sin are back touring in 2026 to celebrate 40 years as a band and the release of their debut album, Mayhemic Destruction. Arguably Australia’s greatest ever thrash band, the tour marks Mortal Sin's return to the stage for the first time since 2011.

The lineup for the upcoming tour includes original members Mat Maurer (vocals) and Andy Eftichiou (bass), with Nathan Shea (guitar) and Ryan Huthnance (guitar), and the addition of Sydney drummer George Delinicolis of LIVEWIRE and Bastardizer.

Speaking on the reunion, Maurer explains, “We’ve talked about it on and off for years, but if 40 years of Mayhemic Destruction wasn't the perfect time to reunite - then I don't know what would have been. I’ve spent the last few years framing all of our tour posters and photos and there’s so many great memories, and anytime I bump into people at gigs the first question is always when is the band getting back together?” 

Eftichiou adds, “Picking up the bass again for Mortal Sin after all these years feels like coming home—loud, chaotic, and a hell of a lot of fun. We’ve still got something to say, and I can’t wait to hit the stage with the boys and bring that energy back to the fans.” 

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Mortal Sin will be joined at all shows except Froth & Fury by Adelaide workhorses Hidden Intent, who are celebrating their 15th anniversary.

Mortal Sin’s 40th anniversary tour begins in Adelaide at Froth & Fury Fest on Saturday 31 January. The band then plays Melbourne’s Leadbeater Hotel on Friday 6 March, Frankston’s Singing Bird on Saturday 7 March, Canberra’s The Basement on Sunday 8 March, Wagga Wagga’s Tily’s on Friday 13 March, Sydney’s The Underground on Saturday 14 March, Newcastle’s Hamilton Station on Sunday 15 March and Brisbane’s Shredfest on Saturday 2 May, with the final date coming at Perth’s Milk Bar on Saturday 20 June.

Tickets on sale now via churchesofsteel.com.

The band have promised more dates both in Australia and overseas next year, with fans hoping for new music.

Catch Mortal Sin performing at Froth & Fury Fest on Saturday 31 January. Tickets on sale now via frothandfuryfest.com.

Mortal Sin 40th Anniversary Mayhemic Destruction 2026 Tour Dates

Saturday 31 January – Froth & Fury, Adelaide, SA

Friday 6 March – Leadbeater Hotel, Melbourne, VIC

Saturday 7 March – Singing Bird, Frankston, VIC

Sunday 8 March – The Basement, Canberra, ACT

Friday 13 March – Tilly’s, Wagga Wagga, NSW

Saturday 14 March – The Underground, Sydney, NSW

Sunday 15 March – Hamilton Station, Newcastle, NSW

Saturday 2 May – Shredfest, Brisbane, QLD

Saturday 20 June – Milk Bar, Perth, WA

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