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"Lonely Commotion is a fresh blend of blues, rock ’n’ roll and country. Be prepared to have an emotional connection to songs that stir the heart, spirit and soul."
Nadia Cerelli-Fiore Promotions Director – The New Country 95.3fm
A Corus Entertainment Company
- Nadia Cerelli-Fiore of Corus Entertainment
Lucy Cerone of the Red Hot and Green Show conducts an extended interview with Eric Mattei (1/2 Hour) covering the production leading up to the album Lonely Commotion as well his motivation to return to music after an 11 year hiatus.
In the middle of the interview Eric Mattei plays an acoustic version of "No Boundaries" to which Lucy Cerone of CHRY commented "That is one of the most soulful live radio performances I've heard." - CHRY 105.5fm Radio
Discography
Lonely Commotion - 2007
Start Living - 2010
Played on 105.5fm CHRY Toronto.
Also available at www.lonelycommotion.com
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Bio
Eric Mattei is a self taught, self funded and self produced musician and songwriter who also performs his own music.
After a period of personal turmoil; Eric decided that he had to find his spirit for living again. The result of this personal search was his first full length solo album; “Lonely Commotion” (2007). Eric felt he had to tell the story of his journey through music as part of his healing and “Lonely Commotion” embodied this story.
In 2010 Eric released his latest effort; “Start Living.” This album shows a new level of song writing, musicianship and production in Eric’s music as he delves global topics about our lives on Mother Earth.
From anti-war songs like “For Shame” and the power of unity covered in “Soldiers of the Sun;” to the beautiful songs of love like “My Life For You;” Eric’s message of unity, peace and tolerance is heard throughout his album “Start Living.”
Eric’s live shows are soaked with a passion for the love of music. Covered in sweat and wielding his guitar across the stage; Eric has wowed sold out crowds across Ontario. Eric continues to sell out venues and is gaining momentum with the release of his second full length studio project; “Start Living.”
Another element of Eric’s growth is represented in his philanthropy. Music literally saved Eric’s life and he decided to extend the healing power of music to his community when he created “Every Note Counts” along with Amy Cross.
With each live show; Eric supports charities such as the Friends of Music Therapy Program at Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto and the Daily Bread Food bank. Thousands of dollars have been raised to date and Eric continues to raise money for charities with every performance.
Having co-produced with the likes of Jamie Stewart of THE CULT and shared the stage with renowned musicians like Adrian Eccleston (Kylie Monogue) and recorded two full length albums to date; Eric continues to live life to the fullest through music.
"Lonely Commotion is a fresh blend of blues, rock ’n’ roll and country. Be prepared to have an emotional connection to songs that stir the heart, spirit and soul."
Nadia Cerelli-Fiore Promotions Director – The New Country 95.3fm A Corus Entertainment Company
“Lonely Commotion is as real as it gets. It’s the type of album you can listen to over and over again.”
Lucy Cerone – CHRY 105.5fm, Toronto
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