Wednesday, May 11, 2022

WHERE ARE THEY NOW? #17 ~ MATT BROUWER


Show of hands if you have ever been to Truro, Nova Scotia! Several years ago, Catherine Kirk Rendall and I had the pleasure of travelling to Truro and meeting the lady who gave birth to this next talented artist in my, "Where Are They Now" series.

Matt Brouwer came to school at Prairie College from his hometown in NS and it wasn't long until this singer, songwriter and guitar player had formed a band (MNW) and was playing weekly in the school chapel and auditorium. One thing led to another and after recording 2 albums with MNW, Matt signed to Reunion Records in Nashville, TN and his first solo project, Immagerical was released.
With more than 19 years of hit songs, including “Water,” “I Shall Believe,” “Tonight,” and the Top 20 "Sometimes”; two GMA Canada Covenant Awards; two Canadian people’s choice Vibe Awards, he currently lives in The Woodlands, TX with his wife and family. Matt also won a 2010 Juno Award (Canada’s Grammy equivalent) for Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the year, Matt has a lot to celebrate in all that has been accomplished so far over the course of his career.
Brouwer's music has been hailed for its relentless vulnerability as he shares his life's story of tragedy (the tragic death of his father) and hope (his Spiritual pilgrimage) with his listeners.
With the passage of time inevitably comes change and it is in looking back that Matt is starting to see a new and exciting road ahead.
I will post a link below to a song that we recorded in my little studio in Three Hills with the uber talent, Eldon Winter. Listen for Jill Paquette DeZwaan performing the female vocal parts.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnIje-dEsy0
Matt's website:
https://www.mattbrouwer.com

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