Described by metal-rules.com as "the first and best, most authoritative source on Australian metal," the Encyclopaedia of Australian Metal presents pictures, biographies and discographical information on more than 2000 bands from all parts of Australia - from the early 70s pioneers like AC/DC, Buffalo and Rose Tattoo to the current breed: Psycroptic, Parkway Drive, Ne Obliviscaris and more. This edition comes as a 342 page soft cover book featuring thousands of entries by music critic and archivist Brian Giffin, cover art by former Alchemist guitarist Roy Torkington, a foreword by The Racket's Lochlan Watt and tons of exclusive live photos.