In 2013, Metal-Roos was founded as a way to promote Australia’s metal scene. On October 10, Bendigo’s home of metal, Music Man, will host the local leg of Metal United Down Under, an event which unites 20 promoters, 17 Australian cities, eight Australian states/territories and 14 media partners on the same night. Bendigo bands include Cement Pig, Evil Intent, Dead Light District, Chase the Ace, Obscure and Necron 99.