Amaya Laucirica

Sat 11th Oct 8pm

Melbourne based singer/songwriter Amaya Laucirica will be playing her highly anticipated fifth album ‘The Blue Hour’ on Saturday October 11th at Major Toms. Described as “gorgeous classic songwriting in the Forster/McLennan mould” by Alan Brough (Spicks and Specks), the night will showcase Laucirica’s world-class band with Mat Watson (Mat Watson/Underground Lovers Moda Discoteca) on drums and Matt Sigley (Underground Lovers/The Lovetones) plus special guests.

The Blue Hour is Laucirica’s compelling meditation on the nuances of motherhood, identity, acceptance and connection. All of which comes together on its centrepiece single, ‘Now or Never’ – a sonic articulation of the moment when the sun breaks the blue morning light and the world becomes clear again.

“It’s about inhabiting an optimistic landscape. One that looks brightly towards the future and appreciates its past as well.”

Described as a “a thoughtfully crafted, emotionally rich release that further solidifies Laucirica’s place among Australia’s most affecting songwriters” by The Music Files, Amaya and her band are sure to prove that this will be a show not to be missed!

"Now or Never is a testament to her evolution—delicate yet powerful, melancholic yet hopeful. Laucirica has once again reminded us why she remains a vital force in Australia’s music landscape”. -  Crush Cop

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Porpoise Spit

Sat 4th Oct 8:30pm

"This Spring, Porpoise Spit set sail on their most ambitious tour yet, taking their acclaimed second LP “What’s It Like Down There?” on the road across the country.

With a STACKED lineup of mates in every port and riding high on the success of their breakout anthemic single “The Boys,” expect a cacophony of thrashing guitars, haunting harmonies, and a whole lot of cheeky spirit.

Recently hailed as "One to Watch" by US tastemaker station KEXP, and named the #1 Highlight of BIGSOUND by Double J, the year of the Porps keeps on rolling on.

The Boys - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mz8JQy2P49Y"

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Winter McQuinn

Sat 27th Sept 8pm

Following singles “Walkin’ Through That Door”, “Always Looking” & ‘Growing Old’— All of which earned support from Rolling Stone AU/NZ, Spotify, Rage, Double J, 2Ser, RRR, The AU Review and New Commute — Naarm/Melbourne psych-folk artist Winter McQuinn shares news of his biggest national tour yet in support of his upcoming album Where Are We Now?, out September 19 via Third Eye Stimuli Records (AU) and Born Losers Records (North America).

Join Winter McQuinn & his band made up of Acacia Coates (Pinch Points), William Murray (Moby Beefheart, Fur, Beefheart & McQuinn) and Rudy Polacheck (Mature Themes) as they gallivant along the highways of so called Australia. With headline shows sprinkled along support slots with Sylvie (US), Leah Senior, Sonny & The Sunsets and Kacy & Clayton, it’s his biggest tour of the continent to date.

Join Winter McQuinn & his band at Major Toms with support from Hugh F, doors 730pm

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Caravans Single Launch

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!

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Thunderchief Album Launch

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.

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James Dixon & Children Of Sid Fogg

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

JORDIE LANE - Secret Show

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.

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NATE FAKER

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. 

THE LATE ENTRANTS

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.

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