Matt Minglewood is a powerful performer from Nova Scotia Canada. Whether he is singing blues, rock or country MINGLEWOOD remains one of Canada's most remarkable and significant singers. Over the years he has earned three gold records, two Juno nominations, two Canadian Country Music Award nominations, Canadian Country Songwriter of the Year award and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the East Coast Music Association. An extraordinary singer and songwriter, his music has always reflected his life around him and what he is feeling at the time. Nowhere is that more evident than on his new album, DRIVING WHEEL, which is also a return to his blues rock musical roots. His current band which have been with him for the past 10 years include: laying down the bottom end and giving the band its driving force, veteran bassist Grant Leslie, from New Minas, Nova Scotia. Drummer Neil Robertson, one of Canada's premier drummers, Neil is a consummate musician and a master drummer and hails from St.John,New Brunswick.
MINGLEWOOD'S new cd DRIVING WHEEL is a cd charged with the earnest energy of the best rock and blues songwriting. In a cycle of 12 songs, with an impressive range of styles, MINGLEWOOD tells a tale of dreams, frustrations, acceptance and growth. Look for this cd of all new material that is guaranteed to please new and old fans alike. MINGLEWOOD'S new cd DRIVING WHEEL will be available in May.