Matt’s manager contacted us looking for some dates in the new year and I admit I replied that I’d never heard of him. His manager sent a CD through the post and I was intrigued and hooked in equal measures. His new album sounds like an incredible mix of Van Morrison, John Lee Hooker, Paul Weller and Eric Clapton… Have a listen to half a dozen songs streamed at www.stubbyfingers.ca/music.php and check out ‘Working man Blues’, ‘Something Inbetween’ and ‘Have You Got The Blues?’ and see what we mean.

The Canadian Telegraph-Journal wrote of Matt’s new album:

"The album finds a great groove right away, with this solid, classic band providing a brilliant backing for Andersen's country-infused blues. It's timeless in its tales and impeccable in its playing. Shuffles, slide licks, tasty picking and full background vocals pillow Andersen's sweet singing."

This should be remarkable show – everyone who enjoyed Dai Thomas last year should turn out for this one. Still can't believe we’ve got the guy coming over from Canada and he’s playing Crewe…