Sun 14h Sept 2pm
A Hammer’ Debut single release.
Local band Caravans celebrate the release of their debut single, ‘A Hammer’ at Major Tom’s, 14 September.
Tracked at Castlemaine’s Sound Recordings, it is the first song issued from the full length album “Bright Lights’.
You can hear ‘A Hammer’ from September 1, wherever you listen to music online. Bang on!
Sat 13th Sept 8:30pm
1800 Thunderchief is celebrating their debut 8 track album at major Tom’s, joined by the classic rock powerhouse that is Sunbury's Mancrave, Thunderchief's blues rock guitar solos backed by the tightest, funkiest and sturdiest bass and drum duo in the ranges will make for an awesome, energetic and all round great night you won't want to miss.
Fri 5th Sept 8:30pm
James Dixon (Swordfish) solo & tragic with very special guests Children Of Sid Fogg
Tickets $10 on the door. Table bookings call 5422 6395
Fri 22nd Aug 8pm
Nashville-based, Melbourne born folk artist Jordie Lane, returns to Australia to celebrate the 1st birthday of his acclaimed new album ‘Tropical Depression’. With the album debuting at No #1 on the ARIA Australian Country Chart, Lane will return to local stages after a series of sold out shows in 2024, and additions to many best-of-lists and mainstage appearances at Woodford and Port Fairy Folk festivals. This new collection of songs and live band show wanders near the intersection of Americana and 60s-inspired folk while sticking strong to his Roots storytelling crowd favourites such as ‘Black Diamond’ and ‘I Could Die Looking At You’ . Packed with humour, wit and sharp social commentary, Tropical Depression tackles a broad range of topics, from facing extreme weather to Lane’s own mental health journey.
Sat 16th Aug 8pm
Introducing Nate Faker — the long-awaited solo debut from Nathan Hudson, the voice and vision behind Australian alt-rock legends Faker. In this electrifying new chapter, Nate reimagines Faker’s iconic catalogue, unveils unreleased gems, and shares stories from across the band's illustrious career.
Fri 1st Aug 8:30pm
A late-bloomer singer-songwriter superband forged in the cultural hotbeds of Malmsbury and Drummond, this genre-bending group dabbles fearlessly in indie folk, rock, and electronic sounds, using these genre ideas to create something indescribable by the group but accidentally memorable to those that bear witness.
Led by Chris Hudson on vocals, keys and guitar and Josh Ellis on vocals and guitar (both known locally as “who’s that guy?”), the band’s lineup is rounded out by the groove styling Steve Myers on bass and human metronome Damien Fletcher on drums.
The Late Entrants, born from finding spare time, backyard jams, and the universal small-town belief that “you should be heard by more than you neighbours,” The group brings heartfelt lyrics, layered instrumentation and the unshakable energy of four blokes who finally figured out what they wanted to be when they grew up.
The show will also feature special guest and local legend Jared Brentnall. Jared is a Melbourne based producer, composer and multi-instrumentalist who combines a multitude of influences and his love of songwriting into something diverse, thought-provoking and sonically rich. Jared has been heavily involved in the Melbourne music scene for over 15 years, playing in instrumental post-rock, progressive, contemporary rock, indie and alternative bands.
Sat 19th July 8pm
Two songwriters who both recently release new singles, and recently discovered they both live on the same street are hightailing it up the Calder to Major Tom’s for an evening of singsongery.
Al Matcott’s new is called “wouldn’t expect to see you here”
Romanie’s new single is called “uh oh”
Sat 26th July 8pm
Local artist Kent Wilson debuts his sonic project – Fletching – a layering of instrumentation, bird song, and occasional vocal samples. Beats, bass, synths and strings combine to blend and bend genres into soundscapes for imaginary adventures into nether realms.
One time bassist with 90s funk-metal outfit Quell, Fletching puts the collision of rock and electronic sensibilities of that era at its core. Then couches it in bird song from field recordings. Is that a currawong and a trumpet dueting over an 808? It just might well be.
Featuring tracks from his latest EP ‘New bird with temples’, plus fresh tunes, old tunes, and looney tunes.
Special Guest DJ Lando Calrissian
Sat 21st June 12pm
Pack your bags and strap in, put in your ear plugs and prepare to be enthralled by the Tractor Bash. Tractorbeamz are heading to Kyneton and they are bringing a whole lot of friends with them to help with the total annihilation of Major Toms.
Far from rock but not quite noise rock, born of 90's grunge era parents and COVID High school jams. Tractorbeamz create Noisy, Grungy, grubby, garage rock that is impossible to ignore. Self described as "big" their sole intent to deliver a soundscape that is exactly that.
Joining Tractorbeamz on their quest will be:
Post-Junk Noise makers and chaos creators Special Guest
Neo-Post-Progadelic-But-Sometimes-Post-Black-Stoner-Gaze local legends Junkyard Wizards
Soul encapsulator Hannah Cooper
Emo Australiana Folk Poet Birdgirl
Kynetons 2022 daffodil queen on DJ duties
Plus more to be announced… Stay Tuned
Expect your soul to be caressed by the soft touch of a musical angel
Expect an existential hand wiggling around in your mind
Expect catharsis
Expect massive vibes
21st of June, $25, Priceless Memories
