CARAVANS

Sat 1st June 8:30pm

"Kyneton four-piece band "Caravans" return to their favourite local haunt for an early winter warmer gig.  Led by guitarist and vocalist Paul Otway, the line-up is rounded out by Bradd Bamford on drums; Paul Binns on bass guitar and keys; and Matt Wallace on guitar.  The band showcase Otway's original work, that weaves an introspective and evocative tapestry against a backdrop of rock, blues and the occasional foray into outlaw country.  Always a fun gig, the band love to book-end their performances with nods to some of their formative influences including Neil Young, The Rolling Stones and Kris Kristofferson."

TICKETS https://www.trybooking.com/CRRCQ

RELAYS with THE MODS

Fri 31st May 8:30pm

**Introducing Relays: The Raw and Unapologetic Voice of Aussie Bogan Punk**

Bendigo, Australia - May 8, 2024 - Relays, the fiery three-piece punk band straight out of Dja Dja Wurrung country, is here to shake up the Australian music scene. Drawing inspiration from punk legends like Dead Kennedys, Wipers, and Cosmic Psychos, Relays infuse their own raw attitude into every chord.

Comprised of producer Shann Lions, drummer Mik Weird, and the sensational 23-year-old autistic wunderkind, Stanley Knife, on vocals and bass, Relays packs a punch that demands attention.

In just five months, Relays has left an indelible mark on the music landscape. With over 20,000 combined plays on Spotify from their three digital singles released in 2024 alone, the band's momentum is unstoppable. Their blistering live performances in Melbourne, Beechworth, and hometown Bendigo have only fueled their rise.I

Recently, Relays completed their highly anticipated debut album at Head Gap Studio Preston, capturing the raw essence of life in regional Australia. Produced by Shann Lions and written collectively by the band, the album is a gritty reflection of their unfiltered sound.

What sets Relays apart is their commitment to authenticity. Forgoing studio gimmicks, the band opted for a live recording approach, capturing their raw energy and chemistry on two-inch tape.

As they gear up for the release of their debut album in the last quarter of 2024, Relays shows no signs of slowing down. To celebrate the release of their fifth single, "Kids Fattening Centre," on May 30th, the band is embarking on a Victorian Tour alongside some of their favorite up-and-coming acts.

TICKETS https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/97e75652-553e-456a-9aa7-54cfb017ec14

ELYSIUM, JUNKYARD WIZARDS & SACK OF FLOUR

Sat 25th May 8:30pm

With their disinterest in musics and society’s layers, Elysium still sit with their people and bring them along whilst on their journey to reach the top.

Elysium are a thrash/groove metal band that since forming in ‘22 have always persisted to leave the crowd astonished and energised. Frontman Hamish always keeps the crowd on their feet (excluding the times they crowdsurf). Including the guitarist, Jono’s amp roars as bassist Alex Kelessy jumps and prances around as Ben Taylor smashes and crashes his drums. This step by step, procedure, pattern, backwards or forwards, creates the one and only… Elysium.

TICKETS https://www.trybooking.com/CRPIO

RADIO FREE ALICE

Sat 13th April 8:30pm

Radio Free Alice return for a final headline show in Melbourne before they head to the UK for a few months.  They'll have ne merch and will celebrate their latest EP with the launch of brand new vinyl print run.

With an operatic swagger angular guitar driven sound, Melbourne’s Radio Free Alice emerged with an art school musical palette, painted from a suburban Australian canvas.  Immediate and arresting rock arrangements from the 4 piece band meld with frontman Noah Learmonth’s distinctive yearning throaty vocal, harking to the stylings of Ian Curtis and Robert Smith.  Guitars with clean tones and clever notes, melodic bass lines, urgent drumbeats, and the occasional sax translate the band’s DIY recordings to an energetic, charismatic live show from the young quartet.

Following 2023 singles “Paris Is Gone” and “Look What You’ve Done”, which have received support from triple j, FBi and 3RRR, the band have opened for Sorry, Django Django, The Snuts and a sold out four week residency at inner Melbourne’s Nighthawk.  The band’s captivating live show saw them emerge from Brisbane’s BIGSOUND showcase as one of the breakout artists for the year, as they lead into SXSW Sydney and a run of summer shows around Australia.  More music and an EP to come from this exciting new young talent this year.

TICKETS https://www.trybooking.com/CQHYU

THE MOTH BODY with Andrew McCubbin

Sat 30th March 8:30pm

The Moth Body plays a sparkling admixture of Eighties post-punk and Ninetiesalternative / dark-wave influences. Sam Sejavka’s clever, emotive, often eccentric songwriting is most often compared to that of early David Bowie.

The most arresting aspect of their act is the interplay of Sejavka’s seasoned vocals with those of his long time collaborator and guitarist Lisa Gibbs. The band is theatrical in its essence and difficult to ignore on stage, with Gibbs’ intense concentration on her work and her captivating presence. Sejavka, still at heart an old school front-man, echoes his words with movement and gesture.

The current act is a paring down of the original Moth Body which existed between 2014 to 2017. It was a full band which included, notably, Donald Baldie (Crime & The City Solution) and Phaedra Press (Womnal). Towards the end of their run, they released Tweaker in the Stairwell, a six song EP.

Post-Covid, Gibbs and Sejavka elected to reform the band in a simplified form, using backing tracks to fill out the sound. The idea immediately bore fruit with interest growing exponentially and culminating with a performance in Sevajka’s ancestral country of Latvia in the Summer of 2023.

TICKETS https://www.trybooking.com/CPVXB

KERRYN FIELDS and ALANA WILKINSON

Fri 22nd March 8:30pm

Join Kerryn Fields and Alana Wilkinson for a night of storyteller’s magic.

You’ll know Kerryn Fields and Alana Wilkinson as two of Australia’s finest folk favourites. Taking the evening song for song, Kerryn and Alana join forces in this intimate setting to dive deeper into the songwriting process, creating a true fan favourite show. Together over two sets, they’ll explore the inspiration behind the catchy melodies, the stories behind your favourite lyrics and show off the goodies in their musical treasure chests - well beyond what you’ve come to find at either of their solo shows. 

Alana Wilkinson 

Award winning songwriter Alana Wilkinson continues to grace stages as one of the most loved artists on the Australian folk scene.

2024 is making a memorable mark for Wilkinson - standing ovations at Woodford Folk Festival, completing the Festival of Small Halls Summer circuit, touring theatres with Aussie rock legend Ross Wilson and heading to the US for an official showcase at Folk Alliance International. Alana has turned heads with a string of triumphant and much talked-about major festival appearances showcasing her wit, humour and insightful social commentary. 

Combining delicate melodies with disarmingly insightful vignettes about the human condition, Wilkinson is a smiling assassin. Her songs skewer ex-lovers, ridiculous social norms and the absurd challenges of a suburban upbringing in a merciless, yet strangely affectionate way, leaving audiences feeling like they’re sitting in her living room, chatting about life over a steaming cuppa.

Kerryn Fields

Fuelled by reverence, integrity and a deep spiritual connection to the human experience, NZ songwriter Kerryn Fields paints timeless musical portraits that do what others rarely can: bring us home to ourselves.

With multiple awards and nominations to her name, Fields’ trademark warmth of character , evident in both life and music, fuels a creative offering that expands well beyond her command of guitar, voice and audience.

Radiating warmth, humour and a depth of character that’s palpable as soon as she enters a room, Fields utilises music and storytelling as a vehicle for doing what she does best: making peace with her own human existence. It’s because of this startling ability to meet and embrace herself so willingly that others feel able to do the same.

TICKETS https://www.trybooking.com/CPZWI

JUNKYARDS WIZARDS

Sat 2nd March 8:30pm

Junkyard Wizards is the all-original progressive psych-rock powerhouse born out of the Macedon Ranges music scene. Blending influences from 70s psych and the current Australian underground scene, the musical palette they have to offer is both varied and unique. Formed back in 2019 with just two recording members, the group released their debut single ‘The Cosmic Cake.’ After a few member changes over the years and a brief hiatus throughout most of 2023, the band re-entered the scene with full force and enthusiasm, playing several local shows before taking their new live act to the Melbourne scene, ripping up the Tote Hotel in Fitzroy earlier this year.

With a severe lack of recent releases, the band is in the process of recording their debut album titled ‘The Sky As We Know It', lots of which will be showcased in this upcoming gig. 

Exclusively available for this show only as an option with your entry ticket is a limited-run cassette or compact disc release featuring demo recordings of new and unreleased Junkyard Wizards material!

Join Junkyard Wizards on their first headline show at Major Tom’s with exciting support slots provided by local blues rock powerhouse, ‘Thunderchief’, and legendary 3-piece, ‘Fifth Quarter’, coming all the way from Geelong!

TICKETS https://www.trybooking.com/CPJVZ

THE MODS & THE SHINKICKS

Fri 23rd Feb 8:30pm

Hailing from regional Victoria just north of Melbourne on Wurundjeri Country, The Mods are a genre-defying four-piece band fusing a multitude of musical styles and influences including rock, jazz, alt-folk, pop and psychedelia. The band released their self-titled debut album in early 2024, a ten-track odyssey exploring the elations and tribulations of modern adolescence, which was written, recorded and produced by the group throughout 2023. The Mods - Chelsea (drums/vocals), Aubrey (bass/vocals), Sunday (guitar/vocals) and Jack (guitar/pedals)

- formed in early 2022 after meeting in high school music classes. Following early success in several local Battle of the Bands competitions, the group discovered their passion for performing to live audiences and turned to writing their own material. Alongside Elo and the Shin Kicks, these two young bands will assure you a good night.

TICKETS https://www.trybooking.com/COLUQ

POLLY & POCKETS (cancelled)

Fri 16th Feb 8:30pm

After the release of their debut album 'Live to Love' in 2023, Polly
and the Pockets are hitting the road this Summer to play a small run
of shows around Victoria. This marks Polly and the gang's first
headline show in Kyneton and they are keen to bring their unique brand
of psych-drenched, groove-laden, kicking alt-rock back to Major Tom's.
Coming along for the ride is friends and legends The Piggietails
ensuring a night of exquisite vibes.

TICKETS https://www.trybooking.com/COHVW