Venturing Into Heavier Territory With KURT From VARRIM

Venturing Into Heavier Territory With KURT From VARRIM

Author: HEAVY Magazine February 19, 2026 Duration: 10:31
Formed in early 2022, Townsville metal outfit Varrim burst onto the scene with their debut single Buried in the Hills in August 2022, immediately setting the tone for their signature sound: angry, heavy, and groovy, with blasts of rage, wicked hooks, and evil breakdowns. This track marked the start of what would become Varrim’s DNA.
Following up with Spirit Bomb - inspired by vocalist Kurt’s love for Goku from Dragon Ball Z - the band continued to refine their sound — blending brutal heaviness with melodic and chaotic energy. In April 2023, Varrim released Hunger for the Taste of Conquer, while simultaneously chipping away at their debut EP, Funeral for the Undead, featuring four tracks: Funeral for the Undead, Slaves, Genetic Hell, and Dethroned.
The EP launched Varrim into live performance mode, securing shows across Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Rockhampton, and Yeppoon. Known for their high-energy, brutal live sets, Varrim quickly gained a reputation as a band to watch in the local heavy scene.
In December 2024, the band teamed up with local filmmaker Arik to release their debut music video for the single Exhume, featuring vocals from Yowie Smith. Exhume showcased a new direction for Varrim — darker, heavier, and packed with groove-laden, crushing breakdowns — setting the stage for the band’s next evolution.
Throughout the following year, Varrim focused on recording their next single, Carnography, and developing a music video to match. Despite a busy year of recording and production, the band still tore up stages alongside acts like Hidden Intent, King Parrot, and Pig Destroyer, as well as performing with numerous local heavy bands, steadily building a devoted following.
Carnography, dropping 21/02/26, will be the first release from Varrim’s upcoming 5-track EP Devourance. With more music, more live shows, and a relentless drive, 2026 promises to be another year of growth, aggression, and pure Varrim energy. HEAVY caught up with vocalist Kurt to find out more.


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