Gold Coast punk band formed in a single-car garage in Nerang. Loud, chaotic and completely uninterested in polishing the edges.
- Inspired by
- C.O.F.F.I.N, Mini Skirt, Cosmic Psychos, Split System, Stiff Richards
- Latest
- Debut EP 666, out now. Launched with 666 Fest, their own eight-band mini fest.
- Gives back
- Have played charity gigs raising money for For Kids In Care and Women’s Cancer Support Haven in Nerang. Three members shaved their heads at Balcony Bash Vol. 3, raising over $6,000 for women’s cancer support.
Split System / Antenna / Mini Skirt / Radium Dolls / Mac The Knife / The Bennies / Holy Stone / Flight To Dubai / Drunk Mums / Surf Trash + more
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Four-piece · PunkJohnny & The C-Sections started in a single-car garage in Nerang in 2024 and have been getting onto lineups across the Gold Coast ever since. In June 2026 they released their debut EP, 666, and launched it with their own mini fest.
They’ve played several gigs raising money for charities supporting kids affected by domestic violence and women’s cancer support, including For Kids In Care and Women’s Cancer Support Haven in Nerang. At Balcony Bash Vol. 3, three of the band shaved their heads and raised over $6,000 for women’s cancer support.
Band members
- Johnny FisherVocals
- Sam MathewsGuitar
- Tahlia McNaughtBass
- Lachlan HethornDrums
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666 Fest
6 June 2026 · Burleigh Heads QLDWhat started as an EP launch turned into one of the Gold Coast's most talked-about underground events of 2026
Official 666 Fest recap video by Byron D'Arcy
Watch on YouTubeOn 6/6/26, Mo's Desert Clubhouse was taken over by 666 FEST, a showcase of the underground heavy music scene presented by Riffs For A Reason, Johnny & The C-Sections, Messy Fuzz and Disaikner.
Celebrating the launch of Johnny & The C-Sections' debut EP 666, released on 6/6/26, the festival brought together a diverse lineup of local heavy acts including Stench Pit, My Friend Chloe, Zenith, Pity Vincent, The Local Romance, Sindicate and Perpanic.
Alongside live music, attendees experienced market stalls, tattoos by Disaikner, DJs and fire performances, creating a unique celebration of the alternative music and creative community.
Built entirely through grassroots collaboration with no sponsors or external funding, 666 FEST proved that the underground is still thriving. It was a reminder that when the community rallies behind a shared vision, they can create something far bigger than any one person could achieve alone.
Beyond the music, the festival also raised funds for For Kids In Care, supporting children affected by domestic violence and neglect.
Before the event had even wrapped up, people were already asking when the next one would be. Looks like 666 FEST might have to become an annual ritual.
— Bad News Zine
Details
- Date
- Saturday 6 June 2026, 2pm doors
- Venue
- Mo's Desert Clubhouse, Burleigh Heads QLD
- Presented by
- Riffs For A Reason, Johnny & The C-Sections, Messy Fuzz, Disaikner
- Also
- Tattoos and art by Disaikner, markets, fire dancers, tarot readings
- Raised funds for
- For Kids In Care
Press & Stats
Updated October 2026Fact sheet
- Name
- Johnny & The C-Sections
- Est.
- 2024
- Genre
- Punk
- Home base
- Nerang, Gold Coast QLD
- Live format
- Four-piece
- Inspired by
- C.O.F.F.I.N, Mini Skirt, Cosmic Psychos, Split System, Stiff Richards
2026 snapshot
- 950Instagram followers
- 7Tracks on debut EP 666
Highlights
- 666 Fest · 6 June 2026Launched the 666 EP with their own mini fest. See 666 Fest.
- Balcony Bash Vol. 3 · 2026Three band members shaved their heads on the night, raising over $6,000 for women’s cancer support.
Stage plot
Contact
Gold Coast QLD · AustraliaJohnny & The C-Sections
j.csections@gmail.com
Socials
@johnnyandthecsections