Bio:

Updated Biography

Matt Theberge began recording with his band Warp in late 1995. The sessions took place at Mania Record Studios. The producers of the album were Dave Duchesne and Darel Rano. After completing the bands first demo, and befriending one of the producers, Matt found himself feeling as though he'd like to continue recording music, on his own. So, after seperating from his current band, Matt began recording his first solo CD, with the help of Producer Dave Duchesne. The album, rightfully titled Alone was completed in 1996. Matt performed all of the instruments on the album, as well as the vocals. This was the start of 12 Daze.

In between recording sessions, Matt and Dave founded the band Alien X. The band would record two albums together and tour for nearly 4 years. The band backed semi-major acts such as Great White and Blue Oyster Cult. Also during that time, Matt and Dave decided to work on a short term project titled Coldfire: A Tribute to the Band Rush. Matt would find himself playing drums for the band. Coldfire only played a few shows, two of which were with 80's guitar legend Rik Emmet.

During these 4 years, Matt attended Keene State College, located in Southern NH, and earned himself a Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Management. Matt recorded his 2nd album, The 12 Chapters of Away - An Acoustic Collection Volume One, in his small 3 room apartment in Keene NH "in between skipping classes". Once Matt graduated, he stumbled back to his hometown of Berlin NH.

Back home, Matt found himself with the opportunity to open up his own business, with the help from a Co-Investor. The business was featured in New Hampshire Magazine. Gorham Billiards & Cigar was just how it sounds. Sporting 5 regulation Olhausen Pool Tables and offering a wide variety of cigars and accessories, the business did quite well, for about a year and a half. While working, Matt recorded his 3rd and 4th albums No Man's Field - Phase One and This Dark State. Soon after, the business went under. At least a shot was taken, right?

This gave Matt plenty of time to write and record in his home personal studio. Taken approximately three years to complete, Matt released his 5th CD titled Bring the New - An Acoustic Collection Volume Two. This album is Matt's personal favorite. Matt used Orchestrated Keys to help bring out the feel for each and every song on the album. This album, lyrically, is very revealing and a straight look into Matt's life.

Over the years, Matt has written and recorded over 100 songs. After going through some of the masters, Matt decided to release a 2 CD Set titled Unreleased & Uncut which features songs dating back to 1995. This album was released late in 2005.

Matt wrote a short story titled The 12 Chapters of Away, which is related to his 2nd album, also titled The 12 Chapters of Away. Matt also has plans to begin writing a screenplay about "life". The working title, Comfort's Therapy, is actually a song title that can be found on This Dark State.

Currently, Matt is recording his 7th album, which will include members of Blind Melon, Chris Shinn, Jena Kraus, Jamie Shields, Nick Hildyard, and many others.

Interesting Fact: Matt has never performed live under the name of 12 Daze. The only bands he has performed live with are Oblideration, Peanut Butter & Jealousy (Ha!), Crescent Moon, Warp, Alien X, Coldfire, and Clockwork Orange.

I NEED YOUR HELP!

Help me improve my studio by making a small donation! Anything will help ( 1 dollar, 2 dollars, 5 dollars, 10 dollars, 50 dollars...)! If you donate, you will be credited as a Sponsor within the next CD. You will also receive a free CD (for those who donate 5 dollars or more...anything less will get you stickers and other small merch!), once the album is complete.

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Thanks to all who have donated thus far. I am slowly getting closer to the first step in the upgrade!

Discography

Unreleased & Uncut (2005)

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Bring the New (2005)

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This Dark State (2004)

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No Man's Field - Phase 1 (2003)

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The 12 Chapters of Away (1998)

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Alone (1996)

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Past Bands

• D.A.C.
• Extirpate
• Oblideration
• PB&J
• Crescent Moon
• Warp
• Alien X
• Coldfire
• Clockwork Orange

Videos

Member Since:

April 15, 2005

Members:

Matt Theberge

• Vocals
• Electric Guitars
• Acoustic Guitars
• Electric Bass
• Acoustic Bass
• Drums
• Piano
• Keyboards
• Percussion
• Harmonica
• Producer
• Reproduction
• Marketing
• CD Layouts & Design
• Merchandise Distribution

Click the above picture to check out the very cool art of Blair Smith! This picture is a work in progress. Smith's work is far beyond progressive. VISIT HIS SITE!

Influences:

Blind Melon, Unified Theory, Chris Shinn, Candlebox, Kevin Martin & The Hiwatts, The Sound I Saw, Abandon Jalopy, Counting Crows, Jena Kraus, Fiona Apple, Poe, Starsailor, Mazzy Star, Robert Plant, Damien Rice, Anna Nalick, Mad Season, Maktub, Leo's Invention, Bush, Faith No More, Brad, Satchel, Pigeonhead, Rogers Stevens, Amie Mann, Dishwalla, Sarah Severson, Toadies, Pearl Jam, Cornell, Cantrell, Ray Lamontagne, Huffamoose, Filter, The Refreshments, Ten Pound Brown, Frank Sinatra, Under the Influence of Giants, OK Go, Joan Osbourne, Zakk Wylde, Dave Mustaine, August Annd, Move as a Verb, Brad Smith, Christopher Thorn, Shannon Hoon, The Tender Trio, Halo Complex, Alice in Chains, Joe Tullos, Annie Lenox, Andrea Bocelli, Tindersticks, Paula Cole, Sarah McLachlan, Natalie Merchant, Beth Hart, Edie Brickel, Carly Simon, Ani Difranco, K's Choice, Norah Jones, Yo' Mama, My Mama, ..... Anything "moody" as hell...

Sounds Like:

You decide...

Current 12 Daze Sponsors

• Tattoo Sue HUGE SUPPORTER!

  

• Rogers Stevens (of Blind Melon)
• Brad Smith (of Blind Melon)
• Christopher Thorn (of Blind Melon)
• Terry Theberge
• Paulette Theberge
• Kevin Theberge
• Leigh Bickerstaff
• Rick Bickerstaff
• Karen Bradley
• Vincent Bertin
• EL (signed musician)
• Melanie Thaxton
• Anne Langlois
• Jason LaBonte
• Mick Stockton
• Jill Davis
• Jasmine York
• Amber Davis
• The Drum Shop - Portland, Maine
• Ryan Conway
• John Mullins
• Ernie Blais
• Meredith Coleman
• Pamela Stone
• Jamie Vancour
• Larry Ward
• Daystar Music Marketplace
• Jeff Lobb
• Jeremy Boldery
• Jan Balsavage
• Jason Higdon
• Carolyn Watts
• Mike Stouffer
• Karen Rutt
• Brandy Weith
• Malachi Greiner
• Scott MacMillan
• Christina Pardi
• Jerad Puckett
• Katie Berry
• Hiedi Ables
• Shawn Lafferty

Become a 12 Daze Sponsor!

Sponsor 12 Daze by donating a dollar or more. If you would like to donate using a credit card or a PayPal account, please click the "Donation Button" found to your right. If you would like to make a donation via cash/check/money order, PM me and I'll send you a mailing address!

So, lift up those couch cushions and see if you can't scrounge a few bucks together to help support the construction of the new 12 Daze studio! I've almost reached my goal!

12 Daze now entered into the World Wide Band and Artist Directory' Annual Trade Publication

This annual, three-volume publication, featuring 12 Daze, is lodged with the Library of Congress in Washington D.C. and the British Reference Library in London.

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Record Label:

New Color Records