In October 2024, Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission ventured into Neil Finn’s prestigious Roundhead Studios in Auckland, collaborating with award-winning producer Steven Schram. Their latest release, *First Step in a Homeward Direction*, a seven-track maxi single, showcases an inspired musical journey.
The lead track is a powerful, all-guns-blazing rock ballad, both triumphant and fragile, capturing the essence of touring life. The remaining six tracks feature covers from various contemporaries, including a lost track from Spencer P. Jones and Kim Salmon. Closing the record is *Helping Hand* by Screaming Jets, delivering a rendition as surprising as it is poignant.
To bring the record to audiences, Mick Thomas’ Roving Commission is embarking on a national tour throughout June. With winter in full swing, fans can expect a heartwarming new batch of songs alongside Mick’s beloved classics. After commanding the big stages with confidence at this year’s Port Fairy Folk Festival, the Roving Commission continues to solidify its reputation.
These upcoming shows will offer fans a chance to witness the band’s quiet ascendancy as one of Australia’s premier touring acts. The energy, passion, and storytelling embedded in each song promise an unforgettable live experience.
Joining Mick and the band on this exhilarating tour is special guest Sky Scraper Stan, adding another layer of musical brilliance to the lineup. Known for his compelling songwriting and captivating stage presence, Stan’s addition to the tour amplifies the excitement.
Fans can expect an evening filled with deeply resonant performances, showcasing artistry and emotion in every note. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to their music, this tour guarantees a night of unforgettable moments. Secure your tickets now and experience Mick and the Roving Commission live in their element.
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Mojos is a one-of-a-kind live music venue and hi-fi listening bar in North Fremantle. It’s a second home for creatives, artists, misfits, the young, the older, the wild and the tame, but most of all, the music enthusiast. It doesn’t matter if you fit the bill or colour outside of it. If you love music, you’re in the right place.
Since the first gig in the 1970’s, our iconic North Fremantle site has had a special history. For over fifty years, it’s been a place where live music has reverberated and counter culture has been celebrated. Once The Stoned Crow, it became Mojo’s Bar in the early 1990’s. Since then the venue has hosted incredible international and national acts, along with many West Australian locals destined for greatness. The intimate, rollicking 200-capacity venue is first-pick for emerging artists, national legends and international touring acts alike.
Homegrown icons such as The Triffids, John Butler, Tame Impala, CW Stoneking, Abbe May, The Stems, San Cisco, Spacey Jane and Stella Donnelly graced our stage from their beginnings. History has and always will be heavily thrummed through these walls.
In 2024, the venue expanded to include a hi-fi listening bar. If there’s no live music, patrons can still soak up the closest thing to it through our vintage JBL 4344 speakers and our thousands of eclectic and diverse records selected by our curators. The switch to analogue instead of Spotify’ing our way through the day is a purposeful ode to Mojo’s commitment to music and the artists who made it.
We are also deeply committed to inclusivity and diversity in all areas of our venue. We are incredibly proud of our elite production team and our dedicated music lovin’ staff. It’s our mission to make all feel welcome; for artists and guests to feel safe and respected and to make this space special for all.
Step inside and feel everything else fall away – we are here for the love of music.
OPENING HOURS
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday to Saturday: 4PM til late
Sunday: Closed
Cashless Payments
Mojos is a cashless venue. We accept payment by credit and debit cards or digital wallet apps via EFTPOS. If you would like to understand more about our decision to go cashless, feel free to email vm@mojosbar.com.au for more information.
