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Content Source: OztixAustralias iconic camp out heavy music festival, Blacken Open Air, returns for its ninth incarnation!
Gathering on Arrernte country, against the ancient backdrop of NDhala Gorge, Blacken provides a uniquely Australian experience.
Run by Alice Springs own heavy music record label, The Black Wreath, this is a festival like no other. Featuring a monstrous lineup of bands from across the nation, as well as Arrernte cultural performance, art installations, sideshows and an array of gourmet food, there is something for everyone. Experience the most unique heavy music event in the country when Blacken returns to the Dead Centre.
"Australia's most unique festival" - Triple J
"A festival with global appeal thats held for all the right reasons" - Loud Mag
"A deadset cavalcade of Aussie heavy talent" - The Music
"A festival bigger than its individual parts" - Blunt Magazine
"A truly unique experience down under" - Wall Of Sound
"The greatest experience of my life" - Rawing in the Pit
"The most highly regarded event on the Australian metal calendar" - Metal Obsession