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Matthew Price
Acoustic / Folk Rock / Americana

Soulful Campfire Folk Rock



SALEM, Oregon
United States

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Last Login:  7/14/2009
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Member Since6/16/2005
Band MembersMatthew Price
InfluencesBen Harper, Lucinda Williams, Johnny Cash, Jack Johnson, Doc Watson, Steve Earle, Waylon Jennings, The Eagles, The Doobie Brothers, Patty Griffin, Grateful Dead, Bill Monroe, Neil Young, Crosby, Stills, and Nash, Simon and Garfunkle, The Beatles, Alison Krauss, Emmylou Harris, James Taylor, Alan Jackson, David Allen Coe, Charlie Daniels, John Prine, Ron Diller, John Butler Trio, Brett Dennen, Joe Purdy, Steve Miller Band, Death Cab for Cutie, Jason Mraz, Tom Petty, Amy Mann, Snow Patrol, The Killers, Jim Croce
Sounds LikeHere's what these people thought---------------------------------------- "Oregon’s Best Singer/Songwriter " - Portland Songwriters Association awarded at the Bite of Oregon - 2008 ----------------------------------------"1st place winner - Stranded” - Texas Songwriters Cruise Song Contest - 2009 ----------------------------------"Suggested Artist" - VH1 Song of the Year Contest - December 2008 ------------------------------------------"Best Rock song - Idol” – Portland Songwriters Association 2007
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 25 2009 6:30P
House Concert Salem
Jul 31 2009 6:30P
The Bite of Salem Salem
Aug 9 2009 10:00A
The Bite of Oregon Portland
Aug 26 2009 8:00P
Boon’s Treasury Salem
Sep 1 2009 6:00P
Oregon State Fair - Artisans Village Stage Salem, Oregon
Sep 4 2009 9:30P
Artichoke Music Portland, Oregon

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   About Matthew Price
Matthew Price was born in the small, rural town of Silverton, Oregon in 1977. His father, Dale Price was the director of Canyonview Camp, a Christian youth camp outside Silverton. As a young boy, Matthew would listen as his dad played folk songs and Christian choruses around the campfire beneath a starry sky. It was in this pure form that Matthew witnessed the natural, musical, and spiritual worlds blending together in perfect harmony. It was only natural that at age 16 Matthew would begin to learn to play campfire songs using his dad’s guitar. He and his close friend, Mat Langeliers, who was also learning guitar, would nightly stay up until the morning hours picking their guitars. In addition to the songs Matthew Price’s father played, they became interested in the bluegrass and cowboy songs of Doc Watson, Marty Robbins, and many others. They found that these songs possessed a certain story and heart that always resonated with listeners. It was during these countless nights around campfires, that Matthew Price learned of the joy that music could bring. Besides sharing a love for playing the same kind of music, Matthew Price and Mat Langeliers also held in common a curiosity for the world. Over the following years, they traveled through Alaska, Canada, Mexico, Ireland, England, Scotland, all over Western and Eastern Europe, and eventually Australia. All they needed was a sleeping bag (usually) and a musical instrument (always!) As Matthew and Mat played music with people everywhere, they found that everyone seemed to love those old cowboy songs. No one could resist a good story. It was while driving along the coast of Southern Australia, surfing and camping, that Matthew was first introduced to the music of Ben Harper. He was impressed by the soul and passion with which Ben sang. There was a deep, authentic, emotional connection between the words and music that resonated in Matthew’s soul and would eventually become an influence in his own music. After returning from Australia, Matthew moved to Bend, Oregon to work at Mount Bachelor and experiment with the ski bum lifestyle. It was there that he met fellow songwriter, Joey Hodgson. Matthew and Joey formed a mutually encouraging friendship where they helped each other to grow as writers. Matthew recalls, “We would meet up to share our latest songs and I knew that if I didn’t have some new material, Joey would give me a hard time. He pushed me. He is an amazing friend and songwriter and is an inspiration to me.” Their friendship continues to this day and only gets better with time. In 2007, Matthew began performing in Salem and Portland, Oregon and joined the Portland Songwriters Association. Besides winning songwriting awards and making friends and fans through PSA, Matthew simply enjoys being a part of a songwriting community that helps each other improve their craft and achieve their dreams. Matthew Price describes his music as soulful campfire folk rock. His life has been a magical, musical journey and the songs he writes are simply a natural overflow of the passion with which he lives. His music is as genuine as his father’s campfire songs, tells captivating stories like Doc Watson and Marty Robbins, and has a soul and passion reminiscent of Ben Harper. Matthew’s music is a part of him and as you listen, you will get to know him. In fact, as you listen, you will probably even get to know yourself a little better.
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Jack Martin





Jul 1 2009 9:08 PM

Yeah man that is just about the coolest venue I have been to. Some awesome performers doing it too, so I'm glad to be up there. Hopefully we can run into each other again sometime soon. Maybe at open mic? Fridays at Cafe Noir.
Composer For Media





Jun 27 2009 2:04 PM

Looking to Collaborate! What’s Up On Your End?
Jack Martin





Jun 22 2009 7:19 PM

Matt! I have missed your music! Hope everything is going well.
Mindy Dillard





Jun 11 2009 7:05 PM

Glad we're friends Mr. Matthew Price. I've loved hearing you're music the times I've heard it as well... see you soon...
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May 8 2009 4:32 AM

your music is so cute. :) <3
Karma





May 6 2009 5:40 PM

having the hardest time listening on the myspace player today - it's time to download Matt's tunes so i don't have to go through this all the time!
Joe Purdy





Mar 26 2009 6:40 PM

Joe Purdy¹s new record ³Last Clock on the Wall² is now available on iTunes.

Listen to the album on this player and simply click iTunes to purchase.

Thanks for all the support.




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Jim





Mar 1 2009 5:08 PM

Matt, thanks for the add…

May peace and happiness fill your cup
May the sun find you smiling when it comes up
May you never face hard times all alone
May the road be smooth you’re traveling on

Jim
Matt Mills and the Wandering Past





Jan 31 2009 8:04 PM

hey, thanks for the add..

hope you like the music..
Neon Gypsies





Jan 23 2009 8:50 PM

thanks for the add and for supporting local music!!!!!!
Ron Greene





Jan 6 2009 7:25 AM

Hey Matt.... hope you had a great Holiday season!! How are things on your side of the world?? ;)
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Dec 16 2008 3:41 AM

just working really.. might be getting a car soon. :)

i'm taking my cat out after work and we're goin slidin!

hows the wife and behbeh?
Karma





Dec 8 2008 7:01 PM

hey matt - just checking in with you to see how things are going - hope you had a great thanksgiving and all the best for the holidays.
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Nov 23 2008 12:40 AM

(^.
~) how goes it?
DC Music





Nov 21 2008 7:12 PM






NIAYH





Nov 16 2008 11:50 PM

HI Howdy.
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Ron Greene





Nov 13 2008 8:12 AM

It IS a crazy small world isn't it??? It was cool seeing a familiar face and even better getting a chance to sit talk for a few. I look forward to hearing from you and hearing how things are going for you. Looking forward to doing a show together again sometime as well! Keep in touch bro!

RG
Toni and Ash





Nov 13 2008 4:21 AM

we have seen Christian Audigier twice.
we hang out with cool people from a very far far away distance! ha ha ha!!!
Toni and Ash





Nov 13 2008 2:57 AM

ooooooooooh-your music is FABULOUS! great meeting you last weekend!!!
Karma





Nov 12 2008 6:33 AM

Hey Matt - just stopping by to listen to your tunes and see how you are doing. hope all is well with you. love you to and the family.
K
West Of Oregon





Oct 23 2008 3:08 PM

Much gratitude for yo additude dude!

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Peace&Luv&Rock&Roll&Huggin everywere!
Chris Jones Sound





Oct 1 2008 1:14 AM

Hey man I was double booked the other night sorry for bouncing so early but I gotta say i really love your stuff. There isn't very many people around here with your playing style man, very unique and soothing. It was surely a pleasure listening to you r for the time that I did. Hopefully we can do that again.

Thanks,
Chris Jones
Becky™





Sep 26 2008 2:01 AM

i will see if i can make it.
dont know what the mom has planned.

Good luck!

love ya!
Becky™





Sep 24 2008 2:17 PM

Hey Cousin Matt! :]
I heard you plyaed a great show Saturday night, good job!

you should play an All Ages Show so i can go :]
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