Matt Cory will be performing this summer at one of Manitoba’s most iconic rock festivals, Rockin’ the Fields of Minnedosa, taking place July 31 – August 2 in Minnedosa.

Matt is scheduled to perform on Friday, July 31 at the Heritage Co-op Hilltop Stage, bringing his guitar-driven rock sound to the festival crowd alongside other performers including Last Kiss and The 12/21.

Each summer, Rockin’ the Fields transforms the scenic lakeside amphitheatre at Lake Minnedosa into a three-day celebration of classic rock, camping, and community. The festival has become a staple of the prairie music scene, drawing thousands of fans from across Manitoba and beyond for a weekend filled with live music and summer atmosphere.  

The 2026 edition continues that tradition with a lineup that includes legendary rock acts such as Collective Soul, Cheap Trick, Quiet Riot, Helix, and 54‑40, making it one of the biggest rock weekends of the summer in Western Canada.  

For Matt Cory, the performance marks another milestone in a year that continues to build momentum. Known for blending the grit of ’90s alternative with modern hard rock, Matt’s live shows are built around powerful guitar riffs, soaring melodies, and the kind of raw energy that feels right at home at a prairie rock festival.

Fans attending the festival on Friday can catch Matt Cory live at the Heritage Co-op Hilltop Stage as the weekend of music kicks off in Minnedosa.

My new single Spark in the Sky is officially out everywhere!

This track leans into a slightly different side of my sound, blending atmospheric alternative rock with a big melodic chorus. It’s a mid-tempo anthem built around layered guitars and a sense of lift, inspired by the kind of expansive rock that bands like Filter and Foo Fighters have done so well.

I’m really proud of how this one came together. Huge thanks to the incredible musicians who played on the track — Dane Neufeld on guitar, Craig Metruk on drums, and Ian Morrice on bass — for bringing so much energy and feel to the recording.

If you’ve already streamed it, shared it, or sent a message about the song, thank you. Every listen genuinely helps get the music out to more people.

Spark in the Sky is available now on all streaming platforms.

Matt Cory Announces New Lineup

Ahead of Upcoming Album Hollow Sun

Matt Cory is stepping into 2026 with momentum, unveiling a powerful new lineup as he prepares to support the release of his forthcoming album, Hollow Sun.

The refreshed roster brings together a tight-knit group of high-caliber musicians. On drums is Craig Metruk, who has been performing with Cory for the past two years and whose playing is featured prominently throughout the new album. His hard-hitting, dynamic style has become a key component of Cory’s evolving sound.

Joining the fold is longtime studio collaborator Wes Lipischak on keyboards, guitars, and backing vocals. A true multi-instrumentalist, Lipischak has earned a reputation for being able to handle virtually anything placed in front of him. Cory has often joked, “Wes is like my Bob Ezrin. He understands music theory better than I ever will, and he has perfect pitch. To put the cherry on top, he’s an amazing musician and an even more amazing guy to play with.”

Cory and Lipischak have shared the stage many times through their acoustic project Vertigo, along with numerous studio collaborations.

Rounding out the lineup is new bassist Tim Holm, another versatile multi-instrumentalist whose piano work approaches virtuoso level. His musical depth adds a fresh dimension to Cory’s live and studio sound.

“I feel like all the puzzle pieces are finally in place,” Cory says. “My goal with this lineup was to make sure that I was playing with musicians who are way better than me to help elevate the music. If I’m the guy with the vision, these are the guys I trust to make it happen on stage or in the studio.”

To build anticipation for Hollow Sun, Cory plans to release a series of singles timed with each full moon. The first single, “Spark in the Sky,” arrives Friday, March 6 on all streaming platforms.

With a sharpened band and an ambitious rollout strategy, Cory’s next chapter is clearly aimed at burning brighter than ever.

Matt Cory Wins Rock Band of the Year at the 2025 Manitoba Loud Music Awards

We’re beyond excited to share that Matt Cory took home Rock Band of the Year at the 2025 Manitoba Loud Music Awards, held at The Met in Winnipeg!

This night was unforgettable — the energy, the people, the celebration of loud, unapologetic music in Manitoba. To be recognized among so many incredible bands means the world to us.

A huge thank-you goes out to our fans, friends, and everyone who voted and came out to the shows this year. Your support is what keeps this dream alive.

We also want to give love to our brother Dane Neufeld and his partner Kendra Martinussen, who made the trip from Calgary to be there with us. Dane recorded the album and played a ton of shows with us this summer, so it was amazing to have him there for this win.

We couldn’t be prouder of what this band has built, and this award feels like a massive step forward.

Here’s to more music, more shows and keeping the volume up.

– Matt Cory