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Canada’s own Matt Dusk is not only an extremely talented musician but he is one of the nicest and most down to earth people I’ve had the opportunity to meet. Whether you’ve been a fan since his days at the Golden Nugget on Fox’s The Casino or one of his newer fans who have become instantly hooked after hearing his incredible voice on the radio, you don’t want to miss out on the opportunity to see him perform live.

Although I admire performers who can dance around the stage for 3 hours without breaking a sweat, I’ve never been much of a fan for the lip sync and have always been a bit of a sucker for real live music, the kind where the band plays, the singer sings and the audience and performers feed off each others’ energy and connect in a  special way that can only be felt at that very moment. Put me in front of a live band and I’m a happy camper. Put me in front of a band that plays hard and exudes passion and I will contently sit there all day. But, sitting in front of a stage with Matt Dusk and his band is where I would happily camp for a week. He has a voice, look and talent that will catch you but add his level of ease, confidence and ability to engage an audience’s attention to the list and he will have you hooked. He is genuine, friendly and attentive, and he always makes time for his fans, something which not a lot of performers take the time to do.  With 13 shows in 20 days and running out of CDs along the way because they are so high in demand, he is just as busy, if not busier, but always makes time to connect with fans. He is in no need of extra “hoopla” or fancy bells and whistles. His passion and love for music and his audience is apparent from the moment he steps on stage.

If you weren’t one of the luckier ones who had the opportunity to catch him live at one of his stops in November, keep an eye out for him in the new year because with a new album recently released and chart-topping songs in his pocket, his is definitely one show you don’t want to miss.

If you’re feeling in the holiday spirit or even if you aren’t quite there yet, pick up a copy of his “Peace on Earth” album which is sure to get you in the holiday mood.

Visit www.MattDusk.com for more information on his music and upcoming tour dates.