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***Midnight Skies*** will make their Melbourne debut at Mamma Chen’s on Saturday October 3, bringing their dark, cinematic blend of pop, emo and punk to Australia for the first time.

The show celebrates the release of the Seattle band’s upcoming third EP, Liminal, and the lead single and title track off the EP.

Midnight Skies are making a special first time appearance in Melbourne, bringing their new era with them. With a growing international presence and a sound that moves between haunting melodies, massive guitars and raw emotional intensity.

This is surely a show you don’t want to miss!

Supports: ***Tiny Red Houses*** + ***Day Dreamers*** + ***Grass Stains***

Mamma Chen’s acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and the Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation, the true owners of the land that we live and operate on. We would like to pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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MIDNIGHT SKIES - AUSTRALIA TOUR

**SHEER CHANCE — ALBUM LAUNCH TOUR** 🎸🎲 

***Sheer Chance*** are celebrating the launch of their new album with a string of shows around the state! From Bendigo to Geelong and even MAMMA CHEN’S! It’s time get rockin’!

Sheer Chance will hit the stage with a frenzy of upbeat anthems that won’t disappoint. Alongside special guests ***DARKSHAFT***, ***THE DROPKICKS*** & ***Mülshlucka*** - it will be an epic night of rock fused with punk!

📍 **MAMMA CHEN’S**
**Sunday, October 4th, 2026 - doors at 7pm**

#SheerChance #AlbumLaunchTour #MammaChens #RockMusic #MelbourneRock #LiveMusic #RockNRoll #MelbourneMusic

Mamma Chen’s acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and the Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation, the true owners of the land that we live and operate on. We would like to pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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SHEER CHANCE LIVE AT MAMMA CHEN'S with special guests

This event will be held on Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung country. All artists performing give their respects to all First Nations and Torres Strait Islanders past and present, and time ever lasting. It always was and always will be Aboriginal Land.

***NOTHINGE*** is a masked cold-wave, post-punk duo which draws its creativity from incongruous moments in modern life. It is a distinct macabre spectacle putting forward a restrospective set of works through the lens of a proto-punk/hypnogogique synth enthusiast. On this night, they will be revealing an album made by Zee Ro called ‘DEATH OF SPIRIT/ROCK N’ ROLL BABY’ which will be released as 9 track album on cassette (Tee shirt merch will be available on the night too). The upcoming album is a fragile and honorific cry to the underground music dwellers of the night where rock n’ roll lives irreverently.

Special guests to be performing on the night will be ***GLASS*** & ***ZE WISENHEIMER***.

***Considerations:*** There will be haze effects on the night, so please be wary of this before purchasing ticket.

NOTHINGE - ALBUM RELEASE

***Unscored*** - Single Launch “Decapitate The Snake!”

Join us at Mamma Chen’s on Friday, October 16th for a blistering night of punk rocking and rolling as Unscored celebrate the launch of their brand-new single “Decapitate The Snake!”

They’re bringing the noise and hitting the stage with three killer supports: the sensational “***My Dog, Satellite***”, tricksters “***Fool Me Twice***” and the uneducated “***Uneduc4ted***”.

Tickets: $10 online, $15 on the door

Doors at 6:30pm

Grab your tickets and come celebrate the launch with us!

Mamma Chen’s acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and the Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation, the true owners of the land that we live and operate on. We would like to pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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UNSCORED - 'DECAPITATE THE SNAKE' SINGLE LAUNCH

Need another excuse to dress up and drink? We're giving you one.

***Broken Tooth Bookings*** is throwing its first Pre-Halloween Party on OCTOBER 30TH @ MAMMA CHEN'S  in Footscray. Come dressed as whatever you've been thinking about for the last six months, or the bedsheet ghost with eyeholes you just chucked on. This early halloween party has costumes, drinks and four bands ready to send you home with bruises.

***BLACKBIRD***
Headlining the night, Brutal-Post-Hardcore band ‘Blackbird’ bring their unique blend of soaring melody and crushing breakdowns to Mamma Chen's for a night of energy, spilled drinks and stage dives.

***STITHIA***
Nothing like you've heard before, Melbourne mathcore punches onto the bill. Expect dissonance and a level of chaos you need to experience to comprehend fully.

***RUNNING WITH BLOOD***
Hardcore/metalcore brings two-step groove, breakdowns and plenty of reasons to get into the pit. Straight-up heavy and aggressive riffs.

***COLOURSPILL***
Colourspill lead the charge with reverb-heavy verses that swell into harsh screams and heavy distorted guitars, leaving you headbanging til your neck snaps in half.

Four bands. One Friday night. Another excuse to dress up.

Mamma Chen’s acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and the Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation, the true owners of the land that we live and operate on. We would like to pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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BROKEN TOOTH BOOKINGS: PRE-HALLOWEEN PARTY

Have you been waiting for a place to punk out in afunny costume? So have we!

***Penalty*** Fem punkin band will be haunting the stage with special guests ***Projectile Dysfunction*** and ***Lipstick Teeth***. 

We’re making a safe space for the ghouls of melbourne/naarm to necromance, creep about, and dance to the death. 

Bring a friend, a witch or a vamp to witness penalty gallivanting with feminine range. Accompanied by punchy drums, bass holding down the graveyard groove with guitars wailing in distorted cries Witching you a spooktacular halloween, see you there!

$13 (+BF) - Presales

$18 - On the door

Mamma Chen’s acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and the Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation, the true owners of the land that we live and operate on. We would like to pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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PENALTY - 'GHOULS TO THE FRONT'

***Hypnotic State*** brings you unlimited potential. They are who you want them to be. 

Fall in love with the sound of rhythmic guitar solos and slick bass lines that take your sleep-deprived skulls and hypnotise. They’re your toxic ex who won’t give your PlayStation back. They’re the nicotine addiction you don’t want to admit you have. They’re the sound of a time past, present and future. Time is their construct that you cannot, and will not, escape. Resistance is futile. Ride the wave and get high. Chase the dragon and sell your belongings. Hunter, Brodie, Aviv and Harry bring you live, loud and proud, the sound of Hypnotic State.

They'll be supported on the night by: ***Paper Daisy*** & ***Decode Island***

Mamma Chen’s acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and the Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation, the true owners of the land that we live and operate on. We would like to pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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HYPNOTIC STATE

Ladies, gentlemen and the tiny rockstar dictators who rule your world: it is time to unite!
 
***Kasem*** are throwing down a massive live show to launch their brand-new single "The Twinkle in My Nightmare", a parental venting anthem dedicated entirely to the tiring, unhinged madness of toddler chaos. 

Trust us, this is far from The Wiggles—Kasem trade the Big Red Car for a wall of amplifiers, mammoth drums and a childs toy glockenspiel. There won't be a single fruit salad or hot potato in sight, just some "Burnt Toast" provided by your favourite "Million Dollar Man." 

Fittingly, with its legendary inclusive vibe, they will be performing this show at Mamma Chen's in Footscray on a Saturday afternoon so bring the entire family as all ages are welcome at this event. (*Under 18's MUST be accompanied by a responsible guardian at all times*).

Join us with very special guests ***The Riffer's Den*** to start this unique rock and roll occasion with a massive bang!

Make sure you grab tickets as early as possible. This is a smaller gig with fairly limited availability. 

Mamma Chen’s acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and the Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation, the true owners of the land that we live and operate on. We would like to pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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KASEM - "THE TWINKLE IN MY NIGHTMARE"

***Quincoction*** is a jazz fusion band based in Melbourne. Captivating the audience with their high energy, soulful and tight harmonies. Each set, a unique and energetic performance with original grooves and spontaneous breakdowns. Quincoction will make you stamp your feet and groove to the beat

"To mark the final show of the year, we celebrate another year of music, grooves and partying the Quincoction way. Sharing the stage with ***Tracksuit Larry*** and ***Circuit Breaker***, we invite punters to sit back, relax and let the rhythm react for a night of jazz fusion, funky jazz chords and crazy rhythms. 

All things must come to an end, this show also marks the farewell of our drummer, Christian Del Mundo and keyboardist, Matthew Williamson. We celebrate their involvement during the inception of the band and wish them well as they move onto new ventures."

Stamp your feet, groove to the beat for a night of Quincoction celebrating the 2026 year.

Mamma Chen’s acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and the Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation, the true owners of the land that we live and operate on. We would like to pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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