Richie Weed & His Band Of Strays

Thurs 27th Nov 8pm

Richie Weed, the unmistakable voice of Tumbleweed, steps into bold new territory with his debut solo album Strays (2024). Recorded live-to-tape, the album captures raw honesty and spirit, marking a powerful new chapter in his career.

Currently touring nationally with Jeff Martin (The Tea Party) and ARIA Award–winner Shane Nicholson in a sold-out celebration of Neil Young’s music, Richie is also collaborating with Zia McCabe (The Dandy Warhols) and Ricky Maymi (Brian Jonestown Massacre) on an upcoming project, Arktik Lake.

On tour now, Richie Weed brings his songs, stories, and spirit to the Major Tom's stage—an intimate and electrifying journey from one of Australia’s most enduring and inventive voices. 

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King Canoe

Fri 24th Oct 8:30pm

King Canoe is a collaboration between eight stalwarts of the Melbourne reggae and soul music scene. With a focus on original instrumental reggae and taking influence from the 1960s Jamaican music scene and beyond, King Canoe brings a fresh sound to a classic genre. 

King Canoe’s members have recorded and performed with an enormous variety of acts including: The Cat Empire, Gotye, Tim Rogers, Midnight Oil, C.W. Stoneking, Paul Kelly, Emma Donovan, Maceo Parker, The Congos, Kutcha Edwards, Nai Palm, Archie Roach, Bombay Royale, The Meltdown and many more.

Since releasing their debut album ‘High Tide’, King Canoe have become a regular feature at Melbourne’s iconic music venues. A second studio album is due out early next year.

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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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