Matthew Chaffey
- Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Curtis Chaffey
- Lead guitar, Vocals
Dave Macdonald - Bass
Nick Diak - Drums
Influences
Doug Sahm, Charles Brown, Willy Deville, Fats Domino, Joe Ely, Waylon Jennings, Solomon Burke, the Byrds, CCR, Marty Stuart, Hank Thompson ,Nat King Cole, the Blasters ,Big Joe Turner, Bobby Womack, Rodney Crowell, Albert Lee, Otis Rush, Sir Douglas Quintet and all music that has soul.
The Brothers Chaffey have been singing together for over 4 years as a group, but these two Ottawa based musicians are, in fact, actual brothers. Matthew Chaffey sings lead vocal and plays rhythm guitar, while his brother Curtis Chaffey plays lead guitar and sings vocals as well. Their rock 'n roll, country blues sound comes from an appreciation of traditional North American music styles and their experiences fronting acts on the road regionally and nationally. The two have been writing and performing in various groups, but it was not until 2005 that they moved forward with recording and releasing their first CD “Harbord Street Soul”.
With help from Michael Fitzpatrick (Downchild Blues Band) on drums, Alec Fraser (David Wilcox/Jeff Healy) - bass/engineer/co-producer and Michael Fonfara (Downchild/Lou Reed) - co-producer/keyboards, the Brothers recorded a twelve song debut featuring all original material
that had veins of country, soul, blues and rock. Matthew Chaffey's soulful vocal sound moves comfortably through many different styles and his well rooted guitar playing keeps the songs grounded and driving. Accompanied by his younger brother, Curtis's cool-handed telecaster twang adds country textures to songs like "Baby, Ooh Baby" and "Come Back to Me" then changes gears with tasteful blues solos on "You've Got to Be Strong" and "The Phone".
2008 finds them recording material for a new CD to showcase their roots influenced song writing and their rock, country sound. Ken Freisen(Tragically Hip, Blue Rodeo, The Sadies) and his Almonte Ont. studio are where the Brothers have landed for this new recording. Band mates Nick Diak , drums, and Dave Macdonald, bass, are contributing their talents and all parties involved are looking forward to touring in support of the new CD this summer.
“The Brothers Chaffey are brave old souls in a brave new world.” - Sylvie Hill (Ottawa Xpress) Jan. 2008
HARBORD STREET SOUL
DRUMS, GUITARS &THINGS BABY, OOH BABY, OOH BABY I HEARD YOU CALL MY NAME YOU'VE GOT TO BE STRONG THE PHONE RUNAWAY COME BACK TO ME WRAPPED UP IN YOU JOLENE GOOD WOMAN DON'T LEAVE ME LIKE THIS I'M STILL WAITING All songs written by the Brothers Chaffey
tocan poca madre, osea no mames guey quiero tomar chelas con los chaffey guey. fumar unos gallitos, algo. les mando saludos y muchos abrazos hombres. les deseo mucho exito. paz
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Hey Boy's, Congrats to you right back on your Bluesfest slot as well as your tour out east! I am heading out east the same path in Sept to support my upcoming album. Sounds great here as alway's! Tele a blaze'n. T.A.
That was a great set at The Horseshoe. Straight-up rock-meets-country making for a footstomping good time. A raw, catchy sound which goes to show you, Canadians can jam just as well as our southern counterparts. Keep to your musical vision.
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Thanks for the kind words. I haven't been able to listen to your music yet but definitely will when I get on a computer that let's me. All the best, SandyBone
THANKS FOR THE ADD GUYS!!! GREAT SONGS... INTERESTED IN DOING ANY SHOWS IN OTTAWA WITH US???
BRAND NEW RELEASE on FLYING SAUCER!!! JULY 27, 2007!
TROLE 'TROLE'CD (FSP1005): BRAND NEW RELEASE!!! BRAND NEW album from Skin City, Ontario's TROLE. 14 songs of roots rock with Alt.Country, rockabilly and folk influences. The band features Rob Carvell (MATADORS drummer)and will be doing a cross-Canada tour in September 2007. The live band features Creepin' Jeff (MATADORS) on upright bass.
Hi there, guys! Thanks for the add. I really dig your music, it’s kinda positive and really cool. You got stylen for sure!
I’m playing in a band, where we have three brothers actually…and one of them is my own father! It is cool, because we all got same musical taste))) Anyway, good luck with your music, best wishes from Russia,