Tell us about yourself and what you do?
I'm a musician from New Brunswick Canada. I write songs, play guitar and sing. My music has a lot of different styles in it. I love the blues so there is a huge blues influence in what I do. But, I also grew up on country, classic rock, gospel and bluegrass. So you can hear that in my music as well.
How did you start out?
I played in bars and clubs for a couple of years before I started writing my own material. Then I started getting into festivals and theatre shows.
What is your current release?
"Coal Mining Blues" is my most recent release. It was produced by Colin Linden and recorded at Levon Helm's studio.
What is the best part of being a singer/song writer?
Getting to play music for a living. I consider myself very fortunate to be able to do that.
What is your most significant moment yet?
Touring Europe, UK, USA, Canada and Australia all in the same year.
What are your biggest musical influences?
Blues is a big influence on me. I also take a lot from folk and classic rock.
What venue/gig do you most want to play?
Massey Hall. Toronto, Ontario Canada. It's a great venue with an amazing history.
What is your best/favourite song you have written?
"Devil's Bride". It's a fun story and a blast to play.
What’s your favourite album of this year?
Blackie and The Rodeo Kings - Kings and Queens
What does the next six months have in store for you?
A tour of the UK, Ireland and Holland, a tour in Australia and a new album to be recorded in Australia. As well as festivals throughout Canada and the US.
Where do you see yourself in ten years?
If all goes well. Still playing music.
What’s the best thing about Americana-UK?
Getting the word out to a new audience that may have never heard of me otherwise
This Canadian seems to be keeping some illustrious company these days and when he’s not recording with Levon Helm, he’s touring most of the known world. Artists don’t come as hard working as Matt Andersen or maybe as privileged to have Garth Hudson making a guest appearance on your album!
Additional Info
- Artist Website: Stubby Fingers
- Label Website: Busted Flat Records
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Will Bray
Will Bray is our Interviews Editor and occasional reviewer. He can also be found promoting live music around the south east and London, a committee member of the long standing boutique Leigh Folk Festival and drummer with The Lucky Strikes. His favourites include The Band, Felice Brothers and Nick Cave.
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