Electronic press kit
artist overview
Genre: Hard Rock / Rock
Location: Manitoba, Canada
For Fans Of: Alice in Chains, Three Days Grace, Ozzy Osbourne, Shinedown, Thornley, Big Wreck
Overview: Matt Cory is a hard-rock and alternative artist from Brandon, Manitoba, known for heavy riffs, soaring melodies, and raw emotion. Drawing inspiration from Ozzy Osbourne, Shinedown, and Three Days Grace, he delivers music that’s both personal and anthemic. In 2025, his band—Dane Neufeld (guitar/vocals), Ian Morris (bass/vocals), and Craig Metruk(drums)—won Rock Band of the Year at the Manitoba Loud Music Awards. They’ve recorded a full-length album set for spring 2026. Beyond performing, Matt mentors over thirty guitar students weekly, combining electrifying music with a dedication to inspiring the next generation.
What’s Next: Matt Cory plans to take his high-energy shows beyond Manitoba, bringing his hard-rock sound to audiences across Western Canada. By performing at key festivals, regional venues, and touring cities in Saskatchewan, Alberta, and beyond, he aims to grow his fanbase while showcasing the intensity, emotion, and raw power of his live performances. These shows will highlight both his award-winning band and his new material from the upcoming 2026 full-length album, giving fans across the region a first-hand experience of Matt Cory’s electrifying stage presence.
key highlights
Award-Winning Artist:
Winner of Rock Band of the Year at the 2025 Manitoba Loud Music Awards.
Winner of Guitarist of the Year, Vocalist of the Year, and Rock Band of the Year at the 2023 Manitoba Loud Music Awards.
Nominated for Single of the Year in 2023 for Lit Up & Out of Line.
Festival & Live Performances: Featured performer at major festivals and venues across Manitoba, delivering high-energy, engaging live shows.
Cinematic Music Videos: Collaborated with MLMA-winner Travis Anema on cinematic videos for Let’s Go Downtown!
Song Recognition: Named “Song of the Week” by Manitoba Music for Let’s Go Downtown!.
Online Presence & Fanbase: Built a loyal following with daily guitar content and original releases, connecting with fans beyond live shows.
Upcoming Releases: Full-length album set for spring 2026, showcasing his band’s energy, musicianship and signature hard-rock sound
recent releases
Die on This Hill (2025): Heavy shuffle track, single from upcoming album, Hollow Sun
Smoke ’Em in Paradise: Live & Unplugged at the CCM (2025): Raw live acoustic recordings
Dust (2025): A heavy, sludgy single setting the tone for the upcoming EP Hollow Sun (2025)
Runaway (Can’t Hear a Thing) (2024): Slide-driven grunge anthem inspired by a paranormal encounter
Let’s Go Downtown! EP (2024): A high-energy tribute to ‘70s garage rock
Ghost Rising EP (2023): Featured the MLMA-nominated single Lit Up and Out of Line
