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Matt Humphreys
Pop / Folk Rock / Acoustic



Toronto, Ontario
Canada

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Member Since12/15/2005
Band Websitewww.matthumphreys.ca
Band MembersMatt Humphreys (vocals/guitar/piano)
InfluencesI was and still am heavily influenced by some great songwriters whose careers began in the early 70s. Billy Joel, Elton John, and James Taylor have been quintessential in contributing to my songwriting and singing style.
Sounds LikeJason Mraz, John Mayer, Howie Day, Gavin DeGraw, Billy Joel, James Taylor

Everything Changed On The Way is available at:

CD Baby
PayPlay.fm
iTunes
MattHumphreys.ca


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   About Matt Humphreys


New CD available now at matthumphreys.ca



Here's a recent performance of Matt and the band, live on BT:


Here's a recent performance of 'Everything Changed On The Way' at The Bitter End in New York.





'Everything Changed On The Way...' the new EP from Matt Humphreys is more fact than fiction for this singer/songwriter from Toronto. Having grown up in a Northern Ontario town, Matt brings a folk/roots vibe to his brand of adult contemporary pop. His songs speak of growing up, experiencing life, and finding (and losing out on) love.

The EP, produced by veteran Paul Milner who's previous credits include Queensryche, Eddy Grant, Sass Jordan, and the Doughboys, is backed by a band of stellar musicians including Kevin Breit (Celine Dion, Norah Jones), Mark Rogers (Kazzer, Edwin), and Jamie Oakes (Amy Sky, Tom Cochrane). 'Bailee', a song about breaking free from an emotionally negative relationship, highlights Matt's soaring melody over layered instrumental arrangements.

Buy it now on CD Baby!

Born in Sudbury and raised in the town of Timmins, Ontario, Matt studied piano and voice privately before moving to Toronto to complete a Bachelor of Music in Voice. He continued to embrace the popular side of music as a frequent performer in pubs and clubs in the Toronto area, joining the ever growing Irish pub circuit of the late-90s.

From 1998 - 2003, Matt founded the successful celtic/folk ensemble Urban Folk with his brother Beau. They toured extensively across Canada, releasing two albums both containing original material penned by Matt. Post-Urban Folk Matt continued to play solo, building on the relationships he established at dozens of venues across the province.

Matt was recognized for his vocal abilities by being a featured contestant on the first season of the CTV television show 'Canadian Idol', battling his way to the top 48 singers in Canada, and more recently, in the third season, reaching the TOP 32..

After his TV appearances, Matt decided to concentrate on creating a solo persona that melded together the piano-pop greats of the 1970s with a much needed urban feel. Striving to break the mold of the contemporary pop singer, Matt draws inspiration from artists like Billy Joel, Elton John, and James Taylor. He continues to break new boundaries with his 'Everything Changed On The Way...' which is already receiving national radio play on CBC.





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Liam Titcomb





Jul 13 2009 6:00 PM

Hey All,



I have finally hit the road on a busking tour to raise money for War Child,
Coast-to-coast – 50 cities – ALL PROCEEDS TO WARCHILD. Why? 66% of all
war victims are CHILDREN. Shocked like me? War Child helps these
children that have been affected by war. Check out the new blog – the
whole story is up there. Love to have you be a part of it.

You’ll find a Blog, Tour page and a Bio page. I’ll be blogging daily from the road.



http://www.liamtitcomb.com/warchild/



I've also got this “widget” for a FREE download of 5
songs. Please send it on to your peeps – to help raise awareness of War
Child and the tour.





You can also embed this widget in your facebook, myspace etc. I’d really appreciate that.

We have permission from Sony ATV publishing to give the songs away from now till the end of the tour... So let’s work it.

Thanks,



-Liam

Vedette





Jun 24 2009 1:33 PM

Hey there,
Wanted to give you a head's up about a few upcoming TORONTO shows:

THURS July 2 @ Sneaky Dee's
SAT Aug 1 @ Velvet Underground
FRI Sept 11 @ Hard Rock Café

In the meantime, we have a handful of new songs up... feel free to pop by for a listen :)
Cheers from your friends,
VEDETTE
Adrian Edward





Jun 22 2009 7:18 PM

hey!
just wanted to stop in let you know that I've changed my artist name to Adrian Edward but it's still me, I'm not going anywhere! lol!
have a great week
much love
~adrian edward
Adrian Edward
David Hein





May 29 2009 1:00 PM

Congrats, Matt!
Vedette





May 6 2009 3:22 AM

sounds great!

wanna come by and have a listen to your fellow Torontonians? Come on by... it's cozy and stuff
Epyllion





May 5 2009 4:49 PM

Matt Humphreys - real quick message here. Hope you're doing well.

Our latest release is now available on iTunes (and many other online distributors including Amazon, eMusic etc.
)

You can get all 32 tracks (WOW!) for only 9.99 , or buy the songs that you like! Just follow this link.

http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=306521560&s=143455

Thanks for the support! :)
Epyllion





May 5 2009 4:48 PM

Matt Humphreys - real quick message here. Hope you're doing well.

Our latest release is now available on iTunes (and many other online distributors including Amazon, eMusic etc.
)

You can get all 32 tracks (WOW!) for only 9.99 , or buy the songs that you like! Just follow this link.

http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=306521560&s=143455

Thanks for the support! :)
Proving Ground





Apr 24 2009 1:34 PM

new album out now,
take a trip [through the red door]
Celia





Apr 5 2009 3:08 AM

Thanks for adding me, love your style xx
Vedette





Apr 1 2009 2:23 PM

We are playing tonight (APRIL 1st) at Rancho Relaxo on College (at Spadina). We are on at 9:30.
Wanna come?
Vedette





Mar 24 2009 7:37 PM

Hey Matt
Thanks for being a friend!
Hope you had a chance to hear our music as well
if not: come on by and have a listen

we're playing in Toronto in April at Rancho Relaxo and the Opera House
we'd love to have you there :)
Vedette





Mar 11 2009 4:44 PM

sounds good
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Jan 17 2009 12:46 AM

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Jan 5 2009 2:04 PM

Happy New Year from The Essentials! We hope you have a great 2009.
Adrian Edward





Jan 1 2009 6:43 PM

Hey,
Hope you had a great time last night and that you're looking forward to a great 2009.
much love
~adrian
adrianrhen. com
Tyler Stenson





Nov 28 2008 10:32 PM

Thanks for adding me Matt!

Hope you like my music and best of luck with your own... peace!
bebamikawe





Nov 28 2008 9:46 PM

CRAZY Matt!
Satori Son





Nov 10 2008 8:54 AM

Thanks for the Add
Allie





Nov 6 2008 3:41 AM

I'll be there with bells on!
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Oct 29 2008 11:24 PM

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TO A NEWER AND BIGGER MYSPACE PAGE!
To handle our international interest and provide an easier way for artist and fans to locate each other....

PLEASE ADD OUR NEW MYSPACE LOCATION!
http://www. myspace. com/gotstuffstoppa


thanks again for adding us!
gotstuff?stoppa! family
cougs

ps: we will be closing this one page soon.
bebamikawe





Sep 19 2008 5:03 PM

hey there! We saw Ethan after all... on our way out last Wednesday night :)
LUKE WILL





Sep 5 2008 4:30 AM

Thanks for accepting my request buddy :)
iDolphin





Aug 27 2008 12:32 PM

THE NIGHT by iDolphin - myspace. com/idolphin1
Guitars and Electronics by Rockguru

you dance in every raindrop
Carolina





Aug 17 2008 2:01 AM

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