Wet Bandits began in New Zealand in 2018 as a vehicle for the bedroom produced songs of Finn Roberts.

Now residing on the east coast of Australia, the group consists of members Hugh Mckendrey (drums), Kaleb Preo (bass) and Finn Roberts (guitar/vox). For the most part Wet Bandits have largely been flying under the radar of local audiences and instead cultivated a dedicated and passionate international fanbase, mainly across the United States, Mexico, Brazil and the UK.

This global appreciation for their creative output is vividly demonstrated by the staggering stats of their breakout single, Movies As Friends, which boasts upwards of 8 million streams on YouTube and Spotify alone.

Following the release of their latest LP ‘Bad Tattoos and Weathermen’ last year, Wet Bandits has completed successful tours of NZ and Australia as well as opened for some notable acts including No Cigar, The Butlers, and The Slims. The group has extensive live show plans in 2026/27, and are currently working on a new album set to release this year.

They’ll be joined on the day by Celltowers.

$15 + BF // $20 Door // $15 Door (whilst wearing double denim)

Thom Johnston is back for his first headliner of 2026, at Footscray’s finest, Mamma Chen’s!

Thom made his mark on Melbourne’s music scene last year with two consecutive sold out shows and the successful release of his debut single ‘Shiver’. Joined by his incredible band (Ali Harman, Jack Paraiso & Nic Murray), Thom returns to his signature contemporary folk-rock sound.

Opening is Swedish genre-blender, the name Will, in his Australian debut bringing an emotionally honest and exhilarating show.

Also joining the lineup is Amber Richmond, a UK-born storyteller who entrances audiences with her distinctive folk sound and heartfelt storytelling.