Thanks to all the wonderful people at the Chet Atkins Appreciation Society in Nashville, I had a great time again at the 2017 convention. It was a real honour to be there and to play for you all!
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NEW upcoming Ulverston gig
Fresh from a great gig at Zeffirellis in Ambleside, Matt and the band will be returning to The Laurel and Hardy Museum in Ulverston on Friday the 31st March. There will also be a raffle and a free welcome drink! Another great night in a cool place too.… Continue Reading
GIG News!
Hot from his recent trip to the Chet Atkins Appreciation Society’s annual convention in Nashville, Matt Cowe presents a very special concert at the Laurel and Hardy Museum in Ulverston on Friday the 4th November. Featuring a full band playing the music of 50’s American country guitar legend Chet Atkins as well as special guest…… Continue Reading
New Album!!
Looking forward to the imminent arrival of my new album of Chet Atkins tunes. Recorded here in Ulverston with local musicians Steve Simpson on double bass and Shaun Phear on snare as well as myself on acoustic rhythm guitar, it features 15 tracks of vintage Chet goodness. I have concentrated on the early years material…… Continue Reading
Burgundy Blues
Great gig last night with my band GHQ at Burgundy’s bar in Kendal. Enjoyed playing with this fun band: https://youtu.be/ey3a2Qtt83E… Continue Reading
Gig News
I will be playing with the wonderful guitarist Jon Moore on Tuesday 16th June at The Robert Gillow. We’ll be playing a mixture of Chet Atkins and Django Reinhardt tunes. The pub has a great atmosphere and it’s always fun to play there, it would be great to see you if you’re in the area.… Continue Reading
Another Fine Fest is coming
On Saturday 20th June the streets and pubs of Ulverston will be hosting the 2nd “Another Fine Fest”, celebrating all things Laurel and Hardy and just generally an opportunity for the town to enjoy a feast of live music and comedy happenings. Last year was a complete success and this year looks set to be…… Continue Reading
Chet Atkins Scale Lick
Here’s a fun scale type lick that Chet likes to use here and there. Takes a bit of a stretch, but sounds great! Contact me for one to one lessons on Skype.… Continue Reading
Guitar Lessons in Ulverston
Local to Ulverston, Cumbria? I offer guitar lessons in any style from classical to rock, all ages, contact me here for more details.… Continue Reading
Wrestling with Eric
Trying to nail Eric Clapton’s solo on While My Guitar Gently Weeps… almost there… not used to all this crazy bending. My Variax JTV59 seems to be up to the job though, on the Les Paul setting of course.… Continue Reading
