Void of Vision
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Defunct | 2025 |
| Fate | Disbanded after farewell tour |
| Headquarters | Melbourne , Australia |
Area served | Australia, Europe, North America |
Key people | Jack Bergin, James McKendrick, Mitch Fairlie, George Pfaendner |
| Products | Studio albums: Children of Chrome (2016), Hyperdaze (2019), Chronicles (2023), What I'll Leave Behind (2024) |
Number of employees | 4 (final lineup) (2025) |
| Parent | UNFD (record label) |
Void of Vision was a metalcore group originating from Melbourne, Australia, established in 2013. The band's last formation featured vocalist Jack Bergin, guitarists James McKendrick and Mitch Fairlie, alongside drummer George Pfaendner. Throughout their career, they produced four studio albums: Children of Chrome (2016), Hyperdaze (2019), Chronicles (2023), and What I'll Leave Behind (2024). The ensemble concluded their journey following a farewell tour in February 2025 and a final performance in July.
Formation and Children of Chrome era (2013–2016)
Void of Vision came together in April 2013 with Jack Bergin on vocals, James McKendrick and Mitch Fairlie handling guitars, George Pfaendner on drums, and Matt Thompson playing bass. Their initial release was a self-produced two-track titled Reflect // Revolt, launched on Bandcamp in May 2013.
In 2014, they attracted notice through the single "Life//Blood" and completed three nationwide tours. Their debut EP, Broken // Bones, issued in October that year, earned the distinction of EP of the Year by Blunt Magazine. The music video for "Persist // Perceive", featuring Mason Bunt from Pridelands, included live footage captured during The Resolve Tour alongside Hand of Mercy and Hellions.
March 2015 saw the release of a video for "Nightmare" ahead of their support role on Hellions’ Indian Summer Tour. June brought the single "Sunrise" accompanied by a music video.
By 2016, Void of Vision had signed with the UNFD label and unveiled singles "//" and "Ctrl Freak" prior to releasing their debut full-length album, Children of Chrome, on 30 September.
Disturbia period and Thompson's exit (2017–2018)
February 2017 marked Void of Vision’s first international tour as they supported Chelsea Grin on the Self Inflicted European Tour. On 9 November, they dropped the single "Ghost in the Machine" alongside a music video. The following day, their second EP, Disturbia, was released under UNFD. Additionally, the band contributed a rendition of Silverchair's 1995 track "Israel's Son" to the tribute album Spawn (Again), which came out on 17 November. Between 17 and 25 November, Void of Vision co-headlined a farewell tour with Wollongong metalcore act Graves across key Australian cities. Bassist Matt Thompson played his final show on 11 December before departing for reasons not publicly disclosed.
On 12 January 2018, a limited run of 500 vinyl copies of Disturbia was made available physically. Later that year on 29 November, the band released "Kill All My Friends" as a standalone single with an accompanying video. This track incorporated more industrial and experimental sounds; frontman Jack Bergin described it as "110% classic VOV with a new edge." In December, Void of Vision performed at the inaugural edition of the Good Things festival.
Hyperdaze era (2019–2021)
Void of Vision premiered new material at an all-ages event in Croydon on 28 June 2019. They announced their sophomore album, Hyperdaze, on 23 July along with the single "Hole in Me", setting the album’s release for 13 September. On 16 August, they issued a cover version of Slipknot's "Psychosocial" featuring Marcus Bridge (Northlane), Sean Harmanis (Make Them Suffer), and Ryan Siew (Polaris), which was included in Metal Hammer’s March of the Maggots Slipknot tribute compilation.
Subsequent singles included "Babylon" released on 3 September and "If Only", accompanied by a music video on 9 September. On 14 September, they appeared at Amity Affliction's Heaven & Hell mini-festival. From October through December 2019, Void of Vision supported Northlane during both Australian and European legs of the Alien World Tour.
On 9 July 2020, they unveiled a low-budget homemade video for "Decay," the fourth single from Hyperdaze. The clip was filmed in an empty residence following vocalist Jack Bergin’s rental lease expiration.
On 5 February 2021, Void of Vision collaborated with Thornhill’s frontman Jacob Charlton to release a reworked version of "Year of the Rat" accompanied by a new video. Later that month saw another collaboration with Ecca Vandal for an alternate take on "Decay". The band was also scheduled to join Amity Affliction’s Australian Album Tour titled Everyone Loves You… Once You Leave Them. These revamped tracks were compiled into Hyperdaze (Redux), a remix album released on 5 March.
Chronicles series (2021–2023)
The single "The Lonely People" was released with an accompanying music video on 3 September. On 20 October, they followed up with "VAMPYR" while announcing the EP Chronicles I: Lust, which dropped on 22 October featuring four tracks including both singles—initiating an ongoing EP series.
On 21 February 2022, Void of Vision introduced "Dominatrix," showcasing an evolution in their sound. A second single titled "Into the Dark" arrived on 4 April alongside news about the next installment in the series. The EP Chronicles II: Heaven was released on 29 April containing five tracks including these singles plus a collaboration with Creeper’s Hannah Greenwood on "Altar." On 18 October, they released another single named "Hell Hell Hell."
Unexpectedly, the third and concluding EP in the series, Chronicles III: Underworld, was released on 11 November featuring "Hell Hell Hell" along with two additional songs.
On 17 February 2023, all three EPs were combined into one studio album entitled Chronicles. In March, Void of Vision participated in the inaugural Australian Knotfest festival lineup. April brought news of an Australian headline tour supporting Like Moths To Flames along with Varials and Annalynn as special guests. Shortly afterward, vocalist Jack Bergin was hospitalized due to a ruptured cerebral arteriovenous malformation causing the band to withdraw from their planned Unify Gathering Off The Record appearance.
Final chapter: What I'll Leave Behind and disbandment (2024–2025)
October saw the release of the single "Angel Of Darkness," accompanied by announcements for tours across North America/Canada supporting Invent, Animate and Europe/UK supporting Stray From The Path.
In June 2024, they revealed plans for their final album titled What I'll Leave Behind, scheduled for release on 20 September. On 14 November, Void of Vision announced their decision to disband following a farewell Australian headline tour set for February 2025. The closing show is slated for 22 February at Perth’s Magnet House venue. This resolution came after reflecting upon their ten-year tenure feeling they had fulfilled their ambitions and reached a satisfying endpoint. Their focus shifted toward personal development while commemorating their legacy through this concluding tour. After completing the main Farewell Tour dates, an additional final performance was arranged for 5 July at Melbourne’s Forum Theatre.
Musical style
Void of Vision’s sound is influenced by bands such as Northlane, Architects, and Meshuggah, fusing elements from genres like metalcore, nu metal, and industrial music. Their live performances are noted for intense energy and unpredictable dynamics.
Members
Final lineup
- Jack Bergin – unclean vocals (2013–2025), clean vocals (2022–2025)
- James McKendrick – lead guitar, clean vocals (2013–2025)
- Mitch Fairlie – rhythm guitar (2013–2025)
- George Pfaendner – drums (2013–2025)
Former members
- Matt Thompson – bass guitar, backing vocals (2013–2017)
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Studio albums
| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions |
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| Children of Chrome |
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| Hyperdaze |
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| Chronicles |
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| What I'll Leave Behind |
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Remix albums
| Title | Album details |
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| Hyperdaze (Redux) |
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Extended plays
| Title | EP details |
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| Broken // Bones |
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| Disturbia |
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| Chronicles I : Lust |
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| Chronicles II : Heaven |
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| Chronicles III : Underworld |
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Singles
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Kill All My Friends" | 2018 | Non-album single |
| "Angel of Darkness" | 2023 | What I'll Leave Behind |
| "Empty" | 2024 | |
| "Gamma Knife" | ||
| "Blood For Blood" |
Album appearances
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Israel's Son" | 2017 | "Spawn (Again): A Tribute to Silverchair" |
| "Psychosocial" (feat. Marcus Bridge , Sean Harmanis & Ryan Siew) | 2019 | "March of the Maggots" |
| "Eyes Wide Shut" (PhaseOne & Void Of Vision) | 2023 | "PhaseOne x UNFD - EP" |
AIR Awards
The Australian Independent Record Awards annually honor achievements within Australia's independent music scene. Template:Awards table ! Ref . |- | 2022 |'‘Chronicles I : Lust '’ |'Best Independent Heavy Album or EP' |'Template:Nom' |- | 2024 |'‘Chronicles '’ |'Best Independent Heavy Album or EP' |' '
External links
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