Category: Matt Blais
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1 ASHER MEDIA ARTISTS @ Indie Week Toronto (Oct 16-20) – Australia’s Arcane Saints, Matt Blais (Calgary), Breached
ASHER MEDIA RELATIONS REPPED ARTISTS @ Indie Week Toronto (Oct 16-20) – Australia’s Arcane Saints, Matt Blais (Calgary), Breached
Australia’s ARCANE SAINTS whom are trekking all the way to Toronto for three shows at Indie Week in support of their new album ‘Turning The Tide’ released on July 26th via Firestarter Distribution and produced by multi-Grammy Award winning producer Toby Wright (Metallica, Kiss, Korn, Alice In Chains) whom after hearing their earlier singles on US radio, invited the Arcane Saints to his hometown of Nashville, TN to record their debut.Toby was a close friend of the late Layne Stayley, singer of Alice In Chains and delighted Arcane Saints by allowing them to use a microphone once owned by the late grunge legend during the recording. In addition to recording, a chance late night meeting in a Nashville bar also lead to Peter Keys (pianist from the legendary Lynyrd Skynyrd) making a guest appearance on the album.Upon its release the album spent 10 days at number one on the sales charts at Waterfront Records, one of Australia’s largest online music retailers. Shortly afterwards, the band became the first Australian band to grace the cover of USA’s Music Insider Magazine.Indie Week Shows:Event Link for all shows – https://www.facebook.com/events/538332339561786/
Date: Thursday, October 17
Venue: Cherry Cola (200 Bathurst)
Time: 11:30pm – 12:15am
Date: Friday, October 18
Venue: Underground Garage (365 King Street West)
Set Time: 11:00pm – 11:30pm.
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/379371935498522/
Date: Saturday, October 19
Venue: The Hideout (484 Queen St. W.)
Time: 2:45am – 3:15am
The first single from the album ‘Your Ocean’ is now streaming at the following links along with a FREE DOWNLOAD.
Video – http://youtu.be/YpNjo4jxrlY (please feel free to share and embed on your media outlet)
FREE DOWNLOAD – http://www.triplejunearthed.com.au/arcanesaints
Live Video of them performing at a huge music fest in China – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KjmQu7qmHGs
INDIE WEEK press release – https://ashermediarelations.com/2013/09/25/australias-arcane-saints-confirm-additional-shows-at-torontos-indie-week-oct-16-20/
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Local heavy melodic rock band BREACHED whom are releasing their new and third EP ‘Left Behind’ on October 22nd and having their launch show during Indie Week on
Saturday, October 19th at The Rivoli w/ Joy Arson and guests. (Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/636369836408343/)
The band released the title track as the first single to radio across Canada and can also be heard at the following links.
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/left-behind-single/id705999464
Soundcloud: http://snd.sc/16xVsES
Youtube: http://youtu.be/tj05vofLo1w
Here’s also a spoof infomercial they did for the EP – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBVd5cDt05Y
Vocalist Bobby Noakes commented
“We’re incredibly stoked to release the first single and title track from our third official EP, ‘Left Behind’. The EP encapsulates the energy and direction we’ve been working towards perfectly. It’s a song that describes the struggles and frustration of moving forward from what you thought you needed.”
The EP was recorded in between Canadian and US dates during the spring and summer months of this year while the band toured to promote their second EP ‘Revolution Sessions’, an acoustic version of their debut EP with a bonus stripped down cover of Alice In Chains ‘No Excuses’, which was also joined by a series of in-studio music videos.
More info on them can be found at this news release link – https://ashermediarelations.com/2013/09/17/cranked-heavy-melodic-breached-launching-new-ep-left-behind-streaming-title-track/
and EPK link – https://ashermediarelations.com/epks/epk-breached-left-behind-ep-2013-release-date-october-22-2013/
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Matt Blais who’s blues alternative rock has won a ton of fans across Western Canada is now returning to Toronto to play three shows at Indie Week in promotion of his latest release “The Hearbeat’, which he is currently on Canadian tour in promotion of.
He actually filmed his new music video ‘Goodbye Sunshine’ in Toronto on his last tour.Matt Blais – Goodbye Sunshine – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGOlj_goWMYSingle Stream – http://mattblaismusic.bandcamp.com/album/the-heartbeat
He’s playing Indie Week for these following dates:
Date: Thursday, October 17th
Venue: Cherry Cola (200 Bathurst)
Set time: 9:15pm – 9:45pm
Date: Friday, October 18th
Venue: Monarch Tavern (12 Clinton St.)
Set Time: 8:30pm – 9:00pm
Date: Saturday, October 19th
Venue: The Hideout (484 Queen St. W.)
Set Time: 1:15am – 1:45am
Tour Press release can be found at this link – https://ashermediarelations.com/2013/09/24/rocker-matt-blais-confirms-additional-shows-at-indie-week-new-canadian-dates-for-the-heartbeat-tour-new-music-video-goodbye-sunshine/
EPK – https://ashermediarelations.com/epks/epk-matt-blais/
Gaining strong comparisons to artists such as Sam Roberts, Matt Mays and Joel Plaskett, Matt Blais’ latest release ‘The Heartbeat’ combines elements of fiery rock and roll with smooth vintage soul to form a sound so uniquely his own that one can’t help but become emotionally charged. The combination of a high energy live show and a passion for song writing is Blais’ formula for success, which thus far has been very well received by critics and the audiences that continue to grow in number.
Matt Blais comments:
“I’ve missed being on the road. I like to think of myself as a musical troubadour, or some kind of old school minstrel. The road is my home, especially the Canadian road. I don’t think there is a better time to tour Canada than in the fall so I’m excited to take my music to any city that will have me!”
0 Third Show Added For Matt Blais At Indie Week In Toronto; New Canadian Dates For ‘The Heartbeat Tour’; New Music Video ‘Goodbye Sunshine’
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Third Show Added For Matt Blais At Indie Week In Toronto; New Canadian Dates For ‘The Heartbeat Tour’; New Music Video ‘Goodbye Sunshine’
Calgary, AB alternative blues/ rock musician Matt Blais has confirmed he will be performing three show dates at Indie Week Canada in Toronto, ON.
Indie Week Shows
Date: Thursday, October 17th
Venue: Cherry Cola (200 Bathurst)
Set time: 9:15pm – 9:45pm
Date: Friday, October 18th
Venue: Monarch Tavern (12 Clinton St.)
Set Time: 8:30pm – 9:00pm
Date: Saturday, October 19th
Venue: The Hideout (484 Queen St. W.)
Set Time: 1:15am – 1:45am
Single Stream – http://mattblaismusic.bandcamp.com/album/the-heartbeat
Matt Blais – Goodbye Sunshine – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGOlj_goWMY
Gaining strong comparisons to artists such as Sam Roberts, Matt Mays and Joel Plaskett, Matt Blais’ latest release ‘The Heartbeat’ combines elements of fiery rock and roll with smooth vintage soul to form a sound so uniquely his own that one can’t help but become emotionally charged. The combination of a high energy live show and a passion for song writing is Blais’ formula for success, which thus far has been very well received by critics and the audiences that continue to grow in number.
Matt Blais comments:
“I’ve missed being on the road. I like to think of myself as a musical troubadour, or some kind of old school minstrel. The road is my home, especially the Canadian road. I don’t think there is a better time to tour Canada than in the fall so I’m excited to take my music to any city that will have me!”
New Canadian tour dates have also been announced in support of his newly released album ‘The Heartbeat’.
Tour Dates:
Thursday, Oct 10 – Shannon’s Irish Pub – Winnipeg, MB
Friday, Oct 11 – The Foundry – Thunder Bay, ON
Saturday, Oct 12 – Rockstar Bar – Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Thursday, Oct 17 – Cherry Cola – Indie Week – Toronto, ON
Friday, Oct 18 – Monarch Tavern – Indie Week – Toronto, ON
Saturday, Oct 19 – The Hideout – Indie Week – Toronto, ON
Thursday, Oct 24 – TBA
Friday, Oct 25 – TBA
Saturday, Oct 26 – Rockhouse Tap & Grill – Dryden, ON
Thursday, Oct 31 – North Hill Inn – Brandon, MB
Friday, Nov 1 – The Fez – Saskatoon, SK
Saturday, Nov 2 – Studio 37, Blank-Fest III – Calgary, AB
Track Listing – The Heartbeat
1. Running
2. Guilty Heart
3. Headed Back to You
4. Goodbye Sunshine
5. All I’ve Got to Lose
6. Looking At You Now
7. Always
8. Get Out
9. I Wanna Love You
10. Set the City On Fire
For more info, show dates, music and to order ‘The Hearbeat’ from Matt Blais, please visit these links:
Purchase link – http://mattblaismusic.bandcamp.com/album/the-heartbeat
0 TmakWorld – Matt Blais – Emerging Artist Spotlight
0 Rocker Matt Blais Comments On Performing At Blankfest-Calgary III; Indie Week + Canadian Dates For ‘The Heartbeat Tou
ALBUM PROMOS FOR MEDIA COVERAGE (ex. feature, interview, album review, airplay, etc.) CAN BE REQUESTED HERE
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Rocker Matt Blais Comments On Performing At Blankfest-Calgary III; Indie Week + Canadian Dates For ‘The Heartbeat Tour’
In the midst of his second cross Canada tour in promotion of his latest album ‘The Heartbeat’, Calgary, AB alternative blues/ rock musician Matt Blais comments on his upcoming November 2nd performance at this year’s third annual Blankfest Calgary a homeless benefit for the city’s shelter The Mustard Seed.
Blais comments:
“One of the greatest things about music is its ability to affect people. Most of the time that change is on a personal level. With an event like Blankfest however, all the performers have the opportunity to make a huge impact with their music. While some musicians joke that they do this “because the chicks are great”, the truth is they want their music to mean something more and make a difference. That’s the spirit of Blankfest.”
This year’s event will see nine local Calgary bands and two Red Deer bands ranging in various genres of rock n’ roll, metal and hip hop, performing between 6:30pm to 2am at Studio 37 to share their tunes, raise awareness, funds and clothing for the city’s homeless.
Blankfest Calgary is just one of many events across North America inspired by founder Kenn Rowell, who has been organizing Blankfest in New York City since 1997 and has encouraged others to hold Blankfests in various parts of the USA, Canada (Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver) and Europe to help the homeless with the support from their music communities. (full Blankfest background info below.)
Event Details:
Blank-Fest Calgary III
Saturday November 2nd
Studio 37
1690 – 37 Street SW, Calgary, AB
Doors 6:30 pm
18+
Supporting: The Mustard Seed
Admission: A blanket, warm clothing or monetary donation of choice at the door.
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/225731990918093/
Bands:
Same Monkey (Calgary) – Rock – https://www.facebook.com/samemonkeymusic
Wellington Folk (Calgary) – Folk/ Rock – https://www.facebook.com/thewellingtonfolk
Mammoth Grove (Calgary) – Groove Rock –https://www.facebook.com/mammothgrove
Mike Ferraro (Calgary) – Acoustic – https://www.facebook.com/candeloramusic
King Dylan (Calgary) – Hip Hop/Rap – https://www.facebook.com/TheRealKingDyl
Atacama Republic (Calgary) – Rock – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Atacama-Republic/103289433057261
Matt Blais (Calgary) – Blues Rock – https://www.facebook.com/mattblaismusic
The Heartwicks (Calgary) – Rock – https://www.facebook.com/theheartwicks
Dusty Tucker (Red Deer) – Hard Rock – https://www.facebook.com/DustyTuckerBand
Leave the Living (Red Deer) – Metal – https://www.facebook.com/leavetheliving
Before the Storm (Calgary) – Metal – https://www.facebook.com/BTSMUSIC
For more info, please visit the following link:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlankFest.Calgary
In additional news, Blais has confirmed additional show dates at Indie Week Canada in Toronto, ON.
Indie Week Shows
Date: Thursday, October 17th
Venue: Cherry Cola (200 Bathurst)
Set time: 9:15pm – 9:45pm
Date: Saturday, October 19th
Venue: The Hideout (484 Queen St. W.)
Set Time: 1:15am – 1:45am
Single Stream – http://mattblaismusic.bandcamp.com/album/the-heartbeat
Matt Blais – Goodbye Sunshine – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGOlj_goWMY
Gaining strong comparisons to artists such as Sam Roberts, Matt Mays and Joel Plaskett, Matt Blais’ latest release ‘The Heartbeat’ combines elements of fiery rock and roll with smooth vintage soul to form a sound so uniquely his own that one can’t help but become emotionally charged. The combination of a high energy live show and a passion for song writing is Blais’ formula for success, which thus far has been very well received by critics and the audiences that continue to grow in number.
Tour Dates:
Thursday, Oct 10 – Shannon’s Irish Pub – Winnipeg, MB
Friday, Oct 11 – The Foundry – Thunder Bay, ON
Saturday, Oct 12 – Rockstar Bar – Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Thursday, Oct 17 – Cherry Cola – Indie Week – Toronto, ON
Saturday, Oct 19 – The Hideout – Indie Week – Toronto, ON
Thursday, Oct 24 – TBA
Friday, Oct 25 – TBA
Saturday, Oct 26 – Rockhouse Tap & Grill – Dryden, ON
Thursday, Oct 31 – North Hill Inn – Brandon, MB
Friday, Nov 1 – The Fez – Saskatoon, SK
Saturday, Nov 2 – Studio 37, Blank-Fest III – Calgary, AB
Track Listing – The Heartbeat
1. Running
2. Guilty Heart
3. Headed Back to You
4. Goodbye Sunshine
5. All I’ve Got to Lose
6. Looking At You Now
7. Always
8. Get Out
9. I Wanna Love You
10. Set the City On Fire
For more info, show dates, music and to order ‘The Hearbeat’ from Matt Blais, please visit these links:
Purchase link – http://mattblaismusic.bandcamp.com/album/the-heartbeat
0 Rocker Matt Blais Confirms Additional Shows At Indie Week; New Canadian Dates For ‘The Heartbeat Tour’; New Music Video ‘Goodbye Sunshine’
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Rocker Matt Blais Confirms Additional Shows At Indie Week; New Canadian Dates For ‘The Heartbeat Tour’; New Music Video ‘Goodbye Sunshine’
Calgary, AB alternative blues/ rock musician Matt Blais has confirmed additional show dates at Indie Week Canada in Toronto, ON.
Indie Week Shows
Date: Thursday, October 17th
Venue: Cherry Cola (200 Bathurst)
Set time: 9:15pm – 9:45pm
Date: Saturday, October 19th
Venue: The Hideout (484 Queen St. W.)
Set Time: 1:15am – 1:45am
Single Stream – http://mattblaismusic.bandcamp.com/album/the-heartbeat
Matt Blais – Goodbye Sunshine – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGOlj_goWMY
Gaining strong comparisons to artists such as Sam Roberts, Matt Mays and Joel Plaskett, Matt Blais’ latest release ‘The Heartbeat’ combines elements of fiery rock and roll with smooth vintage soul to form a sound so uniquely his own that one can’t help but become emotionally charged. The combination of a high energy live show and a passion for song writing is Blais’ formula for success, which thus far has been very well received by critics and the audiences that continue to grow in number.
Matt Blais comments:
“I’ve missed being on the road. I like to think of myself as a musical troubadour, or some kind of old school minstrel. The road is my home, especially the Canadian road. I don’t think there is a better time to tour Canada than in the fall so I’m excited to take my music to any city that will have me!”
New Canadian tour dates have also been announced in support of his newly released album ‘The Heartbeat’.
Tour Dates:
Tuesday, Sept 24 – Dicken’s Pub – Calgary, AB
Friday, Sept 27 – AB Culture Days – High Prairie, AB (early show)
Friday, Sept 27 – Better Than Fred’s – Grande Prairie, AB
Saturday Sept 28 – TBA
Sunday, Sept 29 – One The Rocks – Edmonton, AB
Thursday, Oct 10 – Shannon’s Irish Pub – Winnipeg, MB
Friday, Oct 11 – The Foundry – Thunder Bay, ON
Saturday, Oct 12 – Rockstar Bar – Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Thursday, Oct 17 – Cherry Cola – Indie Week – Toronto, ON
Saturday, Oct 19 – The Hideout – Indie Week – Toronto, ON
Thursday, Oct 24 – TBA
Friday, Oct 25 – TBA
Saturday, Oct 26 – TBA
Thursday, Oct 31 – North Hill Inn – Brandon, MB
Friday, Nov 1 – The Fez – Saskatoon, SK
Saturday, Nov 2 – Studio 37, Blank-Fest III – Calgary, AB
Track Listing – The Heartbeat
1. Running
2. Guilty Heart
3. Headed Back to You
4. Goodbye Sunshine
5. All I’ve Got to Lose
6. Looking At You Now
7. Always
8. Get Out
9. I Wanna Love You
10. Set the City On Fire
For more info, show dates, music and to order ‘The Hearbeat’ from Matt Blais, please visit these links:
Purchase link – http://mattblaismusic.bandcamp.com/album/the-heartbeat
https://www.facebook.com/mattblaismusic
https://www.twitter.com/mattblaismusic
Videos
Live Video – Guilty Heart – http://youtu.be/jtZN-LSb1qM
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