Matthew Byrne - Horizon Lines (2017)

Matthew Byrne s music has traveled well beyond the rugged shores of his Newfoundland home since his 2010 debut, Ballads. Touring as both a solo artist as well as singer with The Dardanelles, he has graced major festival stages worldwide. With his second album, Hearts & Heroes, receiving Traditional Recording of the Year at the 2015 Canadian Folk Music Awards, Byrne has established himself as one of Canada s most authentic and vital traditional voices.

Born into a family of Newfoundland music makers, Matthew s repertoire is heavily influenced by that unique musical lineage the weaving of a great story with a beautiful melody and he supports this tradition with powerful vocals, polished guitar work, and a presence that fills the room. His repertoire transcends time and place and his live performance reminds us how satisfying traditional songs can be when stripped down to their basic elements.