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At the age of 19, Matthew Genovese is already establishing himself as an original, compelling singer, prolific songwriter and accomplished musician.Matthew was born and raised in Toronto. Courses at Boston’s renowned Berklee College of Music honed Matthew's guitar skills and songwriting ability. He is now attending Berklee College Of Music full time on a merit-based scholarship.Matthew’s debut album, Today, Today, Today, was released in June 2005 and was produced by Gerry Mosby (who also produced award winning albums for Grammy nominee Euphoria, Juno award winners Alfie Zappacosta and Devon Martin, and the debut CD for Staggered Crossing). Since the release of his debut album, Matthew has worked with some well respected names in the music industry in LA, London UK, Nashville, and Toronto. He has co-written with Tommy Sims (producer of Bruce Springsteens's "Streets of Philadelphia" and writer of Eric Clapton's "If I Could Change the World"), Jude Cole (manager of Lifehouse, co-writer of the recent hit "You and Me", and partner of Ironworks Music with Kiefer Sutherland), Alfie Zappacosta (Juno and American Music Award winner), Dave Dunlop (The Full Nine), and Julian Taylor (Staggered Crossing). Matthew has recorded some of his new material in LA with producers James Barber (Ryan Adams and Courtney Love) and Jude Cole (Rocco DeLuca and Mozella). In Toronto, he continues to work with producer Gerry Mosby, and regularly performs solo, and with his full band. Matthew spent time in Nashville where he wrote and recorded new material for his second album. Tommy Sims is produced the new EP which is due for release in early 2007. Matthew is represented by veteran entertainment lawyer Jim Zumwalt of the Nashville firm Zumwalt, Almon, and Hayes, whose clients include Faith Hill, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Tommy Sims, Courtney Love, and the estate of Kurt Cobain.John Mayer has provided the strongest influence and inspiration for Matt to become a singer, songwriter and guitarist. Other important musical influences include Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Buddy Guy, Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Michael Jackson, D'Angelo, John Lee Hooker, Prince, Jeff Buckley, Ben Harper and Jonny Lang.Matthew’s mature lyrics and strong, melodic compositions “...are way beyond his years”, comments Gerry Mosby. "He has definite ideas as to who he is musically, and how he wants to be perceived. He amazes me with his exploding talent and energy.”"There's something there", says Nashville artist/producer Tommy Sims. "Something very simple and driven by just the right, raw song and recording (ala, Van Morrison or James Blunt)."
Matthew Genovese Live Video's!
"Addicted To Your Love"- By Matthew Genovese
Tracy Chapman Cover- "Give Me One Reason"

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Member Since: 12/2/2005
Band Website: matthewgenovese.com
Band Members: Matthew Genovese- Vocals/Guitar,Dan Kanter- Addictional Guitar/ Background Vocals,Dave Tonelli- Bass Guitar/ Background Vocals,Matthew Ross- Drums/ Background Vocals,Dave Cohen- Keys/B3, Steve Dyte- Trumpet,Ryan Casselman- Tenor Sax,Alexandra Cowie- Background Vocals,Madison Cowie- Background Vocals,
Influences: Jimi Hendrix, John Scofield, Miles Davis, Stevie Ray Vaughn, John Mayer, Rocco Deluca, Marvin Gaye, Yosi Piamenta, Sean Lennon, John Mayer Trio, Pino Palladino, Steve Jordan, Buddy Guy, Eric Clapton, CREAM, Bob Dylan, Jonny Lang, Prince, John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, Robert Cray, Jimmy Vaughn, Dave Matthews, Jack Johnson, Donny Hathaway, Smokey Robinson, Tommy Sims, Alfie Zappacosta, Joe Walsh, Jimmy Page, David Gray, James Blunt, Tribe Called Quest,
Sounds Like: Eric Clapton, John Mayer, Jonny Lang, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimi Hendrix
Record Label: Jacflash Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Berklee College Of Music

Hey Everyone!I've been very busy the in the last year, writing and recording my latest album, getting ready to do a summer tour across America opening for TESLA, playing most of the house of blues ven...
Posted by Matthew Genovese on Wed, 12 Sep 2007 10:20:00 PST

Matthew Genovese- New Songs from soon to be released EP!

Hey! Just thought I'd let everyone know... I FINALLY got around to updating my Myspace page! www.myspace.com/matthewgenovese For the last 10 months or so I have been writting and recording my new EP i...
Posted by Matthew Genovese on Tue, 06 Mar 2007 11:38:00 PST

Matthew Genovese and Staggered Crossing Live @ The Horseshoe Tavern

Matthew Genovese returns to the legendary Horseshoe Tavern as the opening act for Staggered Crossing and their Christmas Party, Saturday December 16, 2006. Matthew and his band will go on at 11 pm, fo...
Posted by Matthew Genovese on Thu, 23 Nov 2006 09:40:00 PST

Matthew Genovese- Music New EP

Hey! I havent posted anything in a while and I thought I would just take the time to let everyone know what I've been doing in the past couple of months. I've played all around Toronto, Since the Gig ...
Posted by Matthew Genovese on Wed, 17 May 2006 01:23:00 PST

Matthew Genovese @ The Marquee Event Theater (This Sat.) Feb. 18th ALL AGES!!

Hey Everyone!Just thought I would let everyone know I am playing at the Marquee Event Theater (280 Coxwell Ave Toronto, Canada) on Feb. 18th (this Sat.) Its ALL AGES, and its a full band show! There a...
Posted by Matthew Genovese on Fri, 17 Feb 2006 04:29:00 PST

SHOW TOMORROW- ALL AGES- FULL BAND @ THE FUNHAUS- 7 PM FEB 4th

02/04/2006 08:00 PM - The FunHaus Club and Concert Hall - FULL BAND! ALL AGES!!!526 Queen Street West, Toronto, ,CA - Cost TBA Matthew Genovese live-FULL BAND PERFORMANCE!!!!!!!!! ALL AGES!!! FEB 4...
Posted by Matthew Genovese on Sat, 04 Feb 2006 09:55:00 PST

Matthew Genovese-NEW SHOWS ADDED- ALL AGES FULL BAND!!

 Hey! Thanks to all of you who were able to brave the cold and tear yourselves away from the Season 5 Premiere of 24 to see me perform at the Rivoli last night. It was a great show! Upcoming...
Posted by Matthew Genovese on Tue, 17 Jan 2006 07:50:00 PST

Matthew Genovese- 2 LIVE ACOUSTIC SHOWS @ The Rivoli and THE NOW LOUNGE!

Hey everyone! First of all I would like to thank everyone that came out last night to my show at Mad Monty's! For those of you that didn't make it, or for those who want to come to another show, I am...
Posted by Matthew Genovese on Thu, 12 Jan 2006 03:43:00 PST

Matthew Genovese- Acoustic Show Tomorrow (Wed. Jan. 11th) @ 8:30 PM

Tomorrow (Wed. Jan 11th) @ 8:30 PM - Mad Monty's Pub - Acoustic Performace I'm playing a small acoustic show tomorrow at Mad Monty's Pub 2655 Yonge St. (Right beside Sporting Life), Toronto, ,CA -...
Posted by Matthew Genovese on Tue, 10 Jan 2006 02:36:00 PST

Fallin' Down- New Track

Hey Everyone! I just posted another one of my new tunes! I just recorded it on Dec. 1st in LA at Glenwood Place Studios in Burbank/LA-along with the other songs on my page "Rainbow" and "Six Stops ...
Posted by Matthew Genovese on Thu, 05 Jan 2006 05:06:00 PST