Matt Andersen will perform a March 30 solo show at L’AstralMatt Andersen returns to L’Astral for an intimate March 30 solo show The Montrealer February 24, 2017 2650 Matt Andersen returns to L’Astral for an intimate solo show A long-time favourite on Stuart McLean’s Vinyl Café live shows on CBC Radio, Matt Andersen has earned a solid fan base across North America and Europe. With over 10 million views on YouTube, a 2013 European Blues Award, and winning Best Solo Performer at the Memphis Blues Challenge, it appears that the entire world is now discovering Matt Andersen. Matt is a powerhouse performer with a giant soul-filled voice and commanding stage presence. In addition to headlining major festivals, clubs and theatres throughout North America, Europe and Australia, he has shared the stage and toured with Bo Diddley, Buddy Guy, Greg Allman, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Randy Bachman, Little Feat, Jonny Lang, Serena Ryder, and more. Andersen has won the 2013 Euro Blues Award for Best Solo /Acoustic Act, three Maple Blues Awards in 2012, and nabbed him 2010 International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Andersen has received a JUNO nomination for Roots & Traditional Album of the Year, a CIMA Road Gold award, and two consecutive Maple Blues Award for Male Vocalist of the year. Anderson will perform at L’Astral, the music headquarters for the Montreal International Jazz Festival. Tickets are $29.50 (taxes included / service charge extra) at L’ Astral (305 Ste-Catherine W.), at 514-790-1245 and at ticketmaster.ca