Sedative (band)

Sedative
Sedative performing at TerrorLoud Darwin 2025
Sedative performing at TerrorLoud Darwin 2025
Background information
OriginPerth, Western Australia, Australia
GenresBeatdown hardcore, deathcore
Years active2021–present
LabelIndependent
Members
  • Matthew Daly (Blanche Dubrah)
  • Ryan Spencer
  • Silverstein Fontonarosa
  • Benjamin Reay
  • Ryan Wiseman
Past members
  • André Avila
  • Nathan Wolfenden
  • Raphael Abadi
  • Scott Foster
WebsiteInstagram

Sedative is an Australian deathcore band from Perth, formed in 2021. The band currently consists of vocalist Matthew Daly (Blanche Dubrah),guitarists Benjamin Reay and Ryan Wiseman, bassist Ryan Spencer, and drummer Silverstein Fontonarosa. Sedative have released one LP to date; Death Romantic, and one studio album; Love is Not Enough.

History

Formation and early singles (2021)

Sedative was formed from remnants of Grenade Brain, a previous band that Matthew Daly (Blanche Dubrah) ,Raphael Abadi, and Ryan Spencer were part of.[1] the initial lineup consisted of Dubrah on vocals, Abadi on guitar, André Avila performing guitar and backing vocals, Spencer on bass and vocals, and drummer Nathan Wolfenden.[2] The band debuted with the single "Cough Medicine" on 9 June 2021, accompanied by a music video directed by Avila and Dubrah. The track delves into themes of coping mechanisms and mental health struggles, setting the tone for the band's thematic focus.[3] The band performed their first shows under the Sedative name on 25 and 26 June in Perth and Bunbury supporting the Melbourne metalcore band Vengeance.[4]

Subsequent singles included "No Hard Feelings" released on 15 September,[5] and "Vile" which released on 3 December, the latter described as a relentless composition addressing substance abuse and self-worth. Between these singles, the band performed their first interstate show in Adelaide, South Australia on 28 October.[6]

Death Romantic and HELL:AM (2022–2023)

On 11 March 2022, Sedative released the single "Romilda Vane" as well as the announcement of an upcoming EP Death Romantic.[7] Their next single from the EP "Godspeed" was released on 8 April, alongside an animated music video. "Godspeed" was noted for its hardcore-influenced vocals and blistering riffs.[8] The third and final single off the EP "Unlove" was released on 11 May and highlighted as a flagship single representing the album’s sonic direction.[9] Sedative's EP was then released on 20 May, which included their previously released singles and some new tracks.[8]

On 8 July, Sedative performed in Northbridge, supporting Saviour.[10] On 14 July, they supported the American deathcore band Fit for an Autopsy as local support, during the band's Perth-leg of their Australia-wide tour, marking the first time the band had supported an international act.[11] On 9 September, Sedative performed at the Amplifier Bar in Perth as part of ATLVS's "The Wound, The Blade" Australian Tour.[12] On 30 September, Sedative released a new single "Midnight Valentine", the single was accompanied by a music video.[13] The band performed at the Amplifier Bar again on 18 November, supporting Saviour again, this time for their Australian Tour.[14]

On 10 February 2023, Sedative release the two-track EP HE:LL AM that featured the previously released "Midnight Valentine" and the track "Heavy Lies The Head".[15] The band later supported the Slovenian metalcore band Within Destruction on 5 March in Northcote, Victoria.[16]

Line-up change (2023–present)

At some point prior to June 2023, founding guitarist André Avila left the band for unspecified reasons though still remained involved in the video production for its music videos. He was replaced as guitarist by Scott Foster.[17] The band then performed at TerrorLoud 2 in Darwin on 10 June, which was headlined by Make Them Suffer.[18] Their first single of the year "Ain't No Love" was then released on 30 June with an accompanying music video.[17] The following single "Romeo" was released on 15 September with a music video. "Romeo" was described as a magnetic and searing track that highlighted the band’s evolution.[19] Sometime during 2023, drummer Nathan Wolfenden also departed the band and was replaced with Silverstein Fontonarosa.[20]

Their single "Lake City Quiet Pills", released on 17 May 2024, continued their trajectory with a strong reception in the Australian heavy community.[21] Following that, the band performed a national tour from 23 May-2 June in the major east coast cities, ending with a Perth performance on 21 June.[22] Sedative then embarked on their first international tour in Southeast Asia throughout early November. Performing in Singapore,[23] Bangkok,[24] and at BLVCK FEST in Hanoi.[25] Sometime during 2024, guitarists Raphael Abadi and Scott Foster were replaced by Benjamin Reay and Ryan Wiseman.[20]

In April 2025, news of a criminal court proceeding against lead vocalist Matthew Daly for Common Assault in circumstances of Aggravation or racial Aggravation came to light following his arrest. In a separate incident, Daly was charged in November 2025 with visually recording a private activity without consent. He first appeared in the Magistrates Court in December 2025 in relation to a police summons, and the matter subsequently proceeded to a criminal trial listed for March 2026. The band has not publicly commented on either of the cases against Daly.

Musical style and themes

Sedative's sound is rooted in deathcore, slam, and metallic hardcore, blending crushing breakdowns, blast beats, and growling vocals. Lyrically, they explore themes of mental health, grief, addiction, and existential dread, aiming for a cathartic and emotionally intense experience.[3] They also self-describe as death metal, nu-deathcore, and beatdown hardcore throughout their Bandcamp website, the handle "sedativehc" also identifies them as hardcore.[26] The BLVCK FEST organisers Dev Records also listed the band as beatdown on the official poster.[25] Their music has been featured on Triple J's The Racket and Spotify’s "Homegrown & Heavy" playlist, and they have accrued over 150,000 streams across platforms.[27]

Members

Current

  • Matthew Daly – unclean vocals (2021–present)
  • Benjamin Reay – lead guitar (2024–present)
  • Ryan Wiseman – rhythm guitar (2024–present)
  • Ryan Spencer – bass, backing vocals (2021–present)
  • Silverstein Fontonarosa – drums (2023–present)

Former

  • André Avila – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2021–2023)
  • Raphael Abadi – lead guitar (2021–2024)
  • Scott Foster – rhythm guitar (2023–2024)
  • Nathan Wolfenden – drums (2021–2023)

Timeline

Discography

Studio albums

List of studio albums
Title Album details
Love Is Not Enough

Long plays

List of long plays
Title Album details
Death Romantic

Extended plays

List of extended plays
Title Album details
HE:LL AM

Singles

Title Year Album
"Cough Medicine" 2021 Non-album singles
"No Hard Feelings"
"Vile"
"Romilda Vane" 2022 Death Romantic
"Godspeed"
"Unlove"
"Midnight Valentine" HE:LL AM
"Ain't No Love" 2023 Non-album single
"Romeo" Love Is Not Enough
"Lake City Quiet Pills" 2024
"12 Gauge Apology" 2025

References

  1. ↑ Aarons, Ricky (24 June 2020). "Perth's Grenade Brain Are Here And Ready To Detonate". WallOfSound. Archived from the original on 17 January 2021. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  2. ↑ Sievers, Alex (9 June 2021). "Premiere: Sedative call out to the void on debut track, 'Cough Medicine'". The Music. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  3. 1 2 "Australian metalcore / metallic hardcore pack SEDATIVE share debut single & video called "Cough Medicine"". IDIOTEQ. 10 June 2021. Retrieved 4 May 2025.
  4. ↑ The Rockpit (11 June 2021). "Perth Metallic Hardcore outfit 'Sedative' release debut single and video 'Cough Medicine'". The Rockpit. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  5. ↑ HEAVY (14 September 2021). "SEDATIVE With No Hard Feelings Ahead Of Single". Heavy Mag. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  6. ↑ "SEDATIVE release 'VILE' new single/video". Kronos Mortus News. 3 December 2021. Retrieved 4 May 2025.
  7. ↑ Chauve (11 March 2022). "Sedative: Perth Metalcore outfit announce debut record "Death Romantic" & release single "Romilda Vane"". Bloody News. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  8. 1 2 "Perth's Sedative Have Arrived With 'Godspeed'". Wall of Sound. 8 April 2022. Retrieved 4 May 2025.
  9. ↑ "PREMIERE: Perth's Sedative Sheds 'Unlove' Ahead of Death Romantic LP". Wall of Sound. 11 May 2022. Retrieved 4 May 2025.
  10. ↑ SAVIOUR (@saviourperth) (22 June 2022). "@liveconformdie @idleeyes_au @sedativehc @rinrinmusicofficial Let's go Perth! ❤". Instagram. Retrieved 11 May 2025.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  11. ↑ "Fit For An Autopsy Announce First Ever AUS Headline Shows". New World Artists. 18 May 2022. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  12. ↑ "Sep 09, 2022: ATLVS / Darkmatter / Sedative / Nankasi". Concert Archives. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  13. ↑ Kamiński, Karol (29 September 2022). ""Midnight Valentine" – Australian deathcore / beatdown act SEDATIVE wreaks havoc with new single and music video". IDIOTEQ. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  14. ↑ "Nov 18, 2022: Saviour / Liveconformdie / Idle Eyes / Sedative". Concert Archives. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  15. ↑ "HE:LL AM - Sedative". Bandcamp. 10 February 2023. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  16. ↑ "Within Destruction (SVN) With Lune, Sedative, Spectre + special guest local". RRR. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  17. 1 2 Aarons, Ricky (29 June 2023). "Sedative Step it Up on Latest Tune 'Ain't No Love'". Wall of Sound. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  18. ↑ "TerrorLoud 2 - Darwin". Sedative. Archived from the original on 29 May 2024. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  19. ↑ "SEDATIVE // Romeo". Hysteria Magazine. 26 September 2023. Retrieved 4 May 2025.
  20. 1 2 Personal messages with Sedative through Facebook Messenger.
  21. ↑ "Sedative Make Noise With New Single 'Lake City Quiet Pills'". Wall of Sound. 19 May 2024. Retrieved 4 May 2025.
  22. ↑ "Sedative Concert Setlists & Tour Dates". Setlist.fm. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  23. ↑ Sedative (25 September 2024). "‼️ SEDATIVE DOES ASIA ‼️ INCREDIBLY EXCITED TO BE CROSSING INTERNATIONAL WATERS THIS NOVEMBER. PLAYING WITH SOME OF THE COUNTRY’S GREATEST IN @annalynnband AND @kokeshi_jpn Presented by @_obsoletemusic_ and @wickedproductions.sg". Facebook. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  24. ↑ "Nightlife BKK: MONO Oath Asia Tour 2024, Genshin Concert Tour, & More!". The Beat Asia. 6 November 2024. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  25. 1 2 "BLVCK FEST". Dev Records. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
  26. ↑ "Sedative". Bandcamp. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
  27. ↑ "Perth Deathcore Aficionados Sedative Release Brutal New Single 'Midnight Valentine'". FrontView Magazine. 4 October 2022. Retrieved 11 May 2025.
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