Melbourne based metal artist Johnny Bottos has just unleashed his powerful new four-track EP Fossil, which 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.
Bottos debuted in 2024 with the release of his single Crown Of Thorns before releasing his blistering single The Devil’s Cross in May 2025. 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, the title track from his debut album which dropped 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.
After consolidating with Welcome To The Freakshow earlier this year, Bottos returns with Fossil, marking the next phase of his musical career. HEAVY caught up with Bottos to find out more.
