Melbourne based metal artist Johnny Bottos has just unleashed his powerful new four-track EP called Fossil, which premiered exclusively via HEAVY. The new EP was recorded with renowned heavy producer Mike Trubetskov.
Combining intensity, groove and raw power, Johnny Bottos blends a unique twist of old school and modern sounds, resulting in a soaring kind of heavy music laden with some of the tastiest riffs you’ve ever heard. Johnny Bottos debuted in 2024 with the release of his single Crown Of Thorns.
Johnny released his blistering single The Devil’s Cross in May 2025, which also premiered exclusively via HEAVY. The single was aired on well over 100 radio stations worldwide and received positive coverage from AMNplify, Australian Music Scene and many more outlets. He then released with his hard-hitting single called Blood Stained Heart, which was the title track from his debut album. The single premiered via Metal Roos and gained airplay on 24/7 Metal Radio. He quickly followed-up with his single Respect, which premiered exclusively via AAA Backstage.
Bottos then dropped his debut album called Blood Stained Heart in October 25. The album focused on mental health struggles, past trauma and the cathartic release that music can provide for somebody who is suffering. 2026 then saw the release of EP
Welcome To The Freakshow, leading in to todays unveiling of Fossil.
New EP Fossil is available now via all online streaming platforms.
