Guitar firepower
Big riffs, sharp leads, and the kind of tone that fills a room.
Northern California · Live Rock
Family built.Family strong.
Formed in the winter of 2023, BIG MACHINE was the concept of Christopher Duran and his son, Mason Duran, who brought it to life with members Linus Oliver, Bill Hunting, and Brian McGuire. Hailing from Northern California, BIG MACHINE brings its ’80s brand of heavy metal covers to life in a big way!
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About the band
Built like steel.
Ready to move.
BIG MACHINE brings a hard-hitting live rock show powered by strong vocals, layered guitars, and a rhythm section that never lets up.
From the first downbeat to the final encore, the band delivers a bold, high-energy performance made for loud rooms, full floors, and unforgettable nights.
The BIG MACHINE sound
Heavy hooks.
Live-wire energy.
BIG MACHINE delivers high-energy, classic ’80s metal anthems from legendary artists like Judas Priest, Ratt, Dokken, Whitesnake, Scorpions, Dio, Krokus, Fastway, Mötley Crüe, Poison, Alice in Chains, Black Sabbath, AC/DC, Ozzy Osbourne, and Billy Squier—and the hits just keep coming! They also crank up unexpected, metal-infused interpretations of songs by iconic artists such as Journey, Christopher Cross, and George Michael, bringing a bold, electrifying edge to every performance!
Commanding vocals
Strong melodies and choruses made to be heard above the crowd.
Driving rhythm
A locked-in groove that keeps every song moving forward.
BIG MACHINE on stage
See BIG MACHINE
live.
New BIG MACHINE performance clips and live moments will be added here.
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Live performance
BIG MACHINE — Live @ Goldfields
Opera House performance
BIG MACHINE — Live at the Opera House
PJ's Roadhouse performance
The Last In Line at PJ's Roadhouse
Opera House performance
BIG MACHINE — At the Opera House — June 28, 2026
Opera House performance
BIG MACHINE — @ The Opera House
On the road
Catch the next show.
Aug21Fri · 2026
BIG MACHINE with Class of ’85
Roseville Opera House Saloon · 411 Lincoln Street, Roseville, CABIG MACHINE takes center stage for a full-throttle night of classic ’80s rock with Class of ’85.
Sep11Fri · 2026
BIG MACHINE — Mason’s Birthday Show
The Valencia Club · 2162 Taylor Road, Penryn, CACome celebrate Mason’s birthday with BIG MACHINE for a full-throttle night of live ’80s metal.
Sep19Sat · 2026
BIG MACHINE with RIFF/RAFF
Swabbies on the River · 5871 Garden Highway, Sacramento, CABIG MACHINE joins RIFF/RAFF for a high-voltage night of live rock on the Sacramento River.
BIG MACHINE pictures
Pictures.
Band portraits, live performances, and moments from the road.
BIG MACHINE photo albumPictures folder30 photos
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Clubs, festivals, private events, and special shows—tell us about the venue and the date.