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02-09-2010, 12:55
On Thursday September 30th, WagonWheel Presents... welcomes back Canadian singer/songwriter Matt Andersen to The Grapes, Sheffield. His energetic acoustic blues, heartfelt ballads and honeyed voice have seen him prove to be a very popular live draw on his previous visits and produced spectacular shows from just one man and a guitar. Support comes from Mark Wynn and The Listeners. Doors open 8pm and advance tickets priced at £6 are available from Wegottickets.com (http://www.wegottickets.com/event/91198) or entry will be £8 on the night.
***MATT ANDERSEN***
New Brunswick's Matt Andersen is a larger than life personality who's showmanship has been earning him a fervent and steadfast audience wherever he graces the stage. Matt's sprawling blues, roots and rock musical hybrid, allied to his sorrowing and soulful voice, has sparked a phenomenal buzz on Canada's east coast.
In the past few years, Matt has released an introductory EP along with two critically-acclaimed live fans' favorites, the full length studio release "Second time around", "Something In-between" which garnered two East Coast Music awards for Matt (Male Solo Artist of the Year and Blues Recording of the Year), "Piggyback" with harmonica virtuoso Mike Stevens and "Live at the Phoenix Theatre". Along with a very busy touring schedule as a headliner at major festivals, clubs and theatres throughout North America and the UK, Matt has also shared the stage and toured with David "Honeyboy" Edwards, America, Randy Bachman, the late Bo Diddley, Little Feat and a host of others.
On Jan 24, 2010 Matt won the 26th edition of the 2010 International Blues Challenge (IBC) in the birthplace of Rock N' Roll and home of the blues, Memphis, TN. Matt was sponsored for this event by the Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival in Fredericton, NB in the solo/duo category. Blues musicians from all over the world including 39 states, 12 countries and 5 continents were chosen by their respected Blues societies to compete in venues on the world-famous Beale Street. Matt is the 1st Canadian ever to Win the IBC in it's 26 years of inception.
Matt is a very real and rare talent, acclaimed as one of Canada's finest guitar players. Come and see what all the fuss is about.
*Sandman Magazine* “A man who is surely going to be a friend of blues fans in South Yorkshire for a long time to come following this memorable appearance”
*The Times* "Canada's greatest guitarist made one acoustic guitar sound like a fully staffed band. Outrageous skill and contagious joy."
*BBC Radio 2 Paul Jones* "I like this album."
*Maverick* "Very pleasurable album from this talented guitarist/singer/songwriter."
*Manchester Evening News* "Matt Andersen is an acoustic bluesman whose latest CD, Second Time Around, is as cheerful and relaxed as a conversation with an old friend. The sharp picking is a blues fancier's dream, and his voice has a restrained fervour that shines on strong original material."
*Rock n Reel* "This is a serious collection. Matt demonstrates his considerable skills. He has a big voice, which can roar, bellow or be remarkably gentle, even managing to sound authentically black in some of his phrasing. There isn't one track that I won't welcome hearing again."
*Blues Matters* "A strong release. This album comes from raw talent. I hope there's more to follow."
http://www.myspace.com/mattandersenmusic
http://www.stubbyfingers.ca/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xa265U5h350
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OS9aDpEyrB8
***MARK WYNN***
A veteran of 5 bands, including notably Hijack Oscar and Boss Caine, Mark Wynn is now heading out on his own. Following his self titled debut solo EP of blues edged country, steeped in the influence of the likes of Townes Van Zandt and Steve Earle which was released in 2009, Mark is back with his first full length solo album. 'Backstreet Ballads and Assorted Wrecks (part one)' is out now, with part two soon to follow.
http://www.myspace.com/markwynn
***THE LISTENERS***
The Listeners are currently a solo project, focused around the voice of Emma Thorpe, a velvet glove softening the punch, delivering songs with, in turn, uncompromising invective and heart on sleeve insight.
A new single is due to be released soon.
"Like P.J Harvey......****** off, unplugged and wearing a kaftan!" Music Mart Magazine
"the listeners were f**king brilliant i really enjoyed last night!" Richard Hawley
http://www.myspace.com/thelisteners
Facebook Event page:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=151413418209808
Last.fm Event page:
http://www.last.fm/event/1657673
http://c1.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/89/l_cf57d36680b54104909be8a3fac78854.jpg
***MATT ANDERSEN***
New Brunswick's Matt Andersen is a larger than life personality who's showmanship has been earning him a fervent and steadfast audience wherever he graces the stage. Matt's sprawling blues, roots and rock musical hybrid, allied to his sorrowing and soulful voice, has sparked a phenomenal buzz on Canada's east coast.
In the past few years, Matt has released an introductory EP along with two critically-acclaimed live fans' favorites, the full length studio release "Second time around", "Something In-between" which garnered two East Coast Music awards for Matt (Male Solo Artist of the Year and Blues Recording of the Year), "Piggyback" with harmonica virtuoso Mike Stevens and "Live at the Phoenix Theatre". Along with a very busy touring schedule as a headliner at major festivals, clubs and theatres throughout North America and the UK, Matt has also shared the stage and toured with David "Honeyboy" Edwards, America, Randy Bachman, the late Bo Diddley, Little Feat and a host of others.
On Jan 24, 2010 Matt won the 26th edition of the 2010 International Blues Challenge (IBC) in the birthplace of Rock N' Roll and home of the blues, Memphis, TN. Matt was sponsored for this event by the Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival in Fredericton, NB in the solo/duo category. Blues musicians from all over the world including 39 states, 12 countries and 5 continents were chosen by their respected Blues societies to compete in venues on the world-famous Beale Street. Matt is the 1st Canadian ever to Win the IBC in it's 26 years of inception.
Matt is a very real and rare talent, acclaimed as one of Canada's finest guitar players. Come and see what all the fuss is about.
*Sandman Magazine* “A man who is surely going to be a friend of blues fans in South Yorkshire for a long time to come following this memorable appearance”
*The Times* "Canada's greatest guitarist made one acoustic guitar sound like a fully staffed band. Outrageous skill and contagious joy."
*BBC Radio 2 Paul Jones* "I like this album."
*Maverick* "Very pleasurable album from this talented guitarist/singer/songwriter."
*Manchester Evening News* "Matt Andersen is an acoustic bluesman whose latest CD, Second Time Around, is as cheerful and relaxed as a conversation with an old friend. The sharp picking is a blues fancier's dream, and his voice has a restrained fervour that shines on strong original material."
*Rock n Reel* "This is a serious collection. Matt demonstrates his considerable skills. He has a big voice, which can roar, bellow or be remarkably gentle, even managing to sound authentically black in some of his phrasing. There isn't one track that I won't welcome hearing again."
*Blues Matters* "A strong release. This album comes from raw talent. I hope there's more to follow."
http://www.myspace.com/mattandersenmusic
http://www.stubbyfingers.ca/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xa265U5h350
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OS9aDpEyrB8
***MARK WYNN***
A veteran of 5 bands, including notably Hijack Oscar and Boss Caine, Mark Wynn is now heading out on his own. Following his self titled debut solo EP of blues edged country, steeped in the influence of the likes of Townes Van Zandt and Steve Earle which was released in 2009, Mark is back with his first full length solo album. 'Backstreet Ballads and Assorted Wrecks (part one)' is out now, with part two soon to follow.
http://www.myspace.com/markwynn
***THE LISTENERS***
The Listeners are currently a solo project, focused around the voice of Emma Thorpe, a velvet glove softening the punch, delivering songs with, in turn, uncompromising invective and heart on sleeve insight.
A new single is due to be released soon.
"Like P.J Harvey......****** off, unplugged and wearing a kaftan!" Music Mart Magazine
"the listeners were f**king brilliant i really enjoyed last night!" Richard Hawley
http://www.myspace.com/thelisteners
Facebook Event page:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=151413418209808
Last.fm Event page:
http://www.last.fm/event/1657673
http://c1.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/89/l_cf57d36680b54104909be8a3fac78854.jpg