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Matt Andersen

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Weightless (2014)	Something in Between (2013)	Coal Mining Blues (2013)
Piggyback (2013)	Spirit of Christmas (2011)	Second Time Around (2007)

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Halifax, NS, Canada

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Blues

Style
Blues

Mood
Boisterous

Born

2002

Active
2002 to Present...

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Most Loved Tracks

	Track	Last.FM Listens	Youtube views	Loves
	Broken Man	6,997		3 users
	I Lost My Way	4,911		3 users

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Growing up in Perth-Andover, you learn a thing or two about the tough grind. The family-oriented, blue-collar community is home to singer-songwriter and guitarist Matt Andersen. While manual labour wasn't his calling, hard work is something you pride yourself on growing up in a small-town. Having played over 200 shows in 2012, his work ethic has never been questioned. Matt's narrative-driven writing cuts through the soul, blending blues and folk, encompassed in total honesty. He takes listeners on a ride with his diverse musical styles, skilled guitar work and over-the-top showmanship. Matt's intimate, high-energy performances have captivated audiences across the world, from Canada, to the US, to Australia and the UK, from small clubs to festivals. In 2011 Matt released Coal Mining Blues, produced by Colin Linden. The album was recorded at the Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock, New York and features keyboardist Garth Hudson (The Band) and singer Amy Helm (Olabelle). The songs delve into the lives of the working class and the bonds he shares with mining communities, family and friends back home. The moving title track paints a clear picture of the blood, sweat and tears of a backbreaking trade. "I'm not trying to change anyone's lives in a big way, but I love it when really get involved in the music," says Matt, who won three 2012 Maple Blues Awards and received a British Blues Award nomination, among many others. "When people get involved, it really makes it a great night -- for everyone." Through his exhilarating performances and connection to his audience, Matt continues to work hard and tell the stories he was born to tell.