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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Al Matcott & Romanie

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”

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Fletching

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

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TRACTOR BASH

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 

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The Wet Whistles

Sun 1st June 3pm

Buckle up, country rock fans—The Wet Whistles are hitting the road and rolling into 2025 with a bang! The Sex, Drugs & Country Music Tour is bringing high-energy anthems, boot-stomping riffs, and a whole lot of whiskey-fueled mayhem to a town near you.

Expect raw, electrifying performances, killer harmonies, and a setlist packed with country bangers and rock-infused chaos. Whether it’s a honky-tonk dive bar or a festival stage, The Wet Whistles are here to raise hell and make memories.

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TAYLOR SHERIDAN

Fri 23rd May 8:30pm

KYNETON! On the 23rd of May I will playing a one off side show while touring with Jimmy Barnes at Major Tom's. Come and enjoy a night filled with the songs and stories off my debut album Troubadour. I can’t wait to see you there! 

Taylor Sheridan’s debut album “Troubadour” shot to the top of the ARIA Charts, holding the #1 spot on the Australian Aria Country Albums Charts for five weeks, #1 Independent Album and the #4 spot on the Australian Aria Albums Charts. A seasoned musician, Sheridan captivates audiences with his soulful storytelling and magnetic stage presence. He has performed at many of Australia’s biggest festivals and shared the spotlight with music legends like Jimmy Barnes, John Farnham, Pete Murray, Jon Stevens, Daryl Braithwaite, Vanessa Amorosi and the Grammy award winning Dionne Warwick, PJ Morton (Maroon 5) and Gladys Knight just to name a few. Sheridan was also a key member of the Australian band Taxiride. Taylor is becoming known as a compelling and irresistible force, promising to enchant audiences with every note.

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Monnone Alone w/ The Steinbecks

Sun 18th May 2:30pm

Monnone Alone pay a visit to Major Tom's in Kyneton to help launch their fourth album Here Comes the Afternoon on Sunday, May 18 with special guests, indie legends The Steinbecks.

Although the name may suggest otherwise, Monnone Alone are a bona fide pop group based around the songwriting of Mark Monnone (ex-Lucksmiths) and featuring members of A-grade pop tinkerers Architecture in Helsinki, Mid-State Orange and Ciggie Witch.

The new album was predominantly recorded on 8-track cassette by Monnone Alone in their shabby-chic backyard studio Stock Cube in the inner-northern Melbourne suburb of Coburg, with some sparkly touches added by Gareth Parton at Los Bomberos.

Deviating from the straight-ahead powerpop of 2019’s Summer of the Mosquito and the locked-down bedroom pop of Stay Foggy (2021), the new album delves into some gentle psychedelia and sunshine pop whilst touching ever so fondly upon The Apples in Stereo, The Who, The Cure, The Bats and yes, Happy Mondays!

Very special guests at the Major Tom's show, making a rare live appearance, will be The Steinbecks featuring various members of the Meadows family, who’ve also been known to play with bands such as Blush, Leaf Mosaic and The Sugargliders.

2:30pm doors
3:00pm The Steinbecks
4:00pm Monnone Alone

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