Project Description
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Interview with
RUINATION
(17th October 2025)
Interview by Dave Bruce
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L to R Brady Weber Bass Guitar, Luke Karolak Vocals & Guitar, Josh Brooks Drums
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How did the band come together in Maryborough? Where did it all begin?
It originally started with Josh (Drums) and I. We were writing really Heavy Doom, Sludge Metal. One day I played (Fading Grey) and it worked. We wanted to write Songs, so then the search for a Bassist took place. I always had Brady (Bass) in mind. I sent him some Songs Josh, and I had recorded, and to my surprise he actually liked them, and was interested in playing with us. We got together, and it gelled instantly. Like no Band I’ve been in before.
Briefly describe your journey to date.
Well we didn’t set out to get this far, I mean we were just a couple of friends who came together to record 6 Songs, and maybe play a Show. I’m very proud of how far we’ve come.
How would you describe your sound? Why do you think fans resonate with your music?
Hard Rock, with Pop Melodies, and a Punk Rock undertones. High Energy. I think people resonate because we are honest, real, and raw.
Which artist’s music and/or performance, past or present, inspires you today?
I do draw inspiration from so many, it’s hard to pinpoint.
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Your latest single ‘Downward’ has just been released! What’s it all about?
It’s about daily struggles that we all face, but it’s also about coming out the other side.
‘Downward’ comes from your new album ‘Everything Eventually’ which has also just been released! Describe its origin and evolution.
Well Downward is the key to one’s daily activity. A cautionary tale of peril, and deepening anxieties. The song came together quite quickly, it started with the initial Riff, Chorus into which the lyrics just flowed.
What are the signature tracks on the album? Which are your personal favourites?
Well I like Losing Insight, Outspoken, WTW, and Fading Grey.
You have performed alongside great artists like Killing Heidi, Hammers, Pistonfist, Krave, Mezmik, and Lifepilot, among others. What tours and events are coming up? What are you looking forward to, and what can the fans expect?
We have a mini Tour coming up starting November 6th at Tomcat in Brisbane, Banshees Ipswich on November the 7th, The Presynct Nambour November The 8th, and Vinnies Dive Bar GC November the 9th looking forward to that, and the Bands we are playing with. The Audience are in for a real treat.
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If you could perform with any music artist, Alive or Dead, who would you choose? And why?
Oh come on aha ha. Ok well John Lennon, now (unfortunately) Ozzy Osborne. George Harrison. This list could be endless.
What are your long-term aspirations as a music artist and how are you progressing towards them?
I believe so, definitely moving towards them. I’d love to play Music as a Full-time job. I love what we do, and love writing and playing Music with Josh and Brady.
What is the best thing about performing to a live audience?
Being able to connect, the energy. Having the Audience enjoy themselves.
What’s been the career highlight so far?
Playing Norton’s, and the Sounds of Rock Festival at Hervey Bay in 2024.
Now for some quickfire questions to get a little personal:
1. What is the craziest thing you’ve ever done? Well. Honestly where to start. Maybe that is for another time
2.What is the one topic you can talk about for hours? Music, Music, Guitars, and Comic Books
3. What is the thing you like most about yourself? Wow, that’s a Tough one, well I’d have to say my Guitars
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Finally, let’s find out what your current (or all time) favorites are –
Album – One of the Hardest Questions ever, so here’s a List.
Every Beatles Album. Nirvana In Utero. Alice in Chains Dirt. Kerbdog. Manic Street Preachers Holy Bible. Pixies Doolittle. SLEEP Holy Mountain. Grinspoon Easy. Metallica the first 5 Albums. HUM so you’d prefer an Astronaut. Black Sabbath Vol 4 Sex Pistols Nevermind The Bollock’s. Iggy Pop and the Stooges Raw Power. Melvins, I’ll say Houdini, but I could pick many of theirs. I could go on, so many fantastic Artists, and Albums.
Artist – The Beatles. Black Sabbath. HUM. Nirvana. Metallica. Alice in Chains. Iggy Pop. The Smashing Pumpkins. Sex Pistols. Pixies. The Cure.
Movie – Oh my.. That is to hard. Pass aha ha
Place to visit – Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Venue to play – So far would have to say Norton’s, The Blackbox, The Presynct
Food – Sushi, Spaghetti Bolognaise
Drink – Soda Water, Coffee, Pepsi Max, Water.
Person in History – I’d have to say John Lennon, or the Dalai Lama.
Tattoo – (If you don’t have one, what would you get?) Well I have a few, there’s always room for more. I think I’ll get my Sleeves finished first.
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Follow RUINATION
Linktree – Instagram – Facebook – Spotify
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Press Release 10th October 2025 (below) HERE
RUINATION
release
‘EVERYTHING EVENTUALLY’
Album
+ ‘DOWNWARD’
Single & Official Music Video
Friday 10 October 2025
Through Golden Robot Records
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