Graven

“Really original and cool-ass cuts of music. Nostalgic!” -Michael Rosenbaum (actor/comedian/podcaster) “Always thought my friend @gravencanada was talented but he has taken it to another level on his new album. So excited for this album to be in the world.” - Bob Ham (Portland Mercury) “Matt has made a record that is easy on the ears and has lots of heart.” - Joel Plaskett (JUNO/ECMA winner) -Ranked #1 twice and in top 10 on CKCU FM for 5 straight weeks Years is a frozen and polarizing satchel of heart-sting songs, and the most grown up voice from young but middle-age-ish father thunder-twanger/alt-folker Matty McKechnie (Graven) to date. His 13th album showcases the sadness and awareness of time passing with the mix of gratitude for otherworldly and illuminating moments. With production from Jim Bryson (multi-album songmaker and collaborator with Kathleen Edwards, The Tragically Hip, The Weakerthans, Evangeline Gentle and many more), and mastering from Phil Bova, the far-away sonic landscapes are ear-candy rich and flush with rolling hills of feels. With meditational nature-based themes and relational overtones, Graven is at his playful best and swimming in his deepest depth.

Paul Weber

Over the past year Paul has been coming into Canadian Spaces, the show I host on CKCU, to regularly perform songs from his new project, the Ottawa Songs. Paul’s songs have impressed me with their deep connection to our community, strong lyric content and emotional impact. These are some of the best tunes I’ve ever heard from Paul.” - Chris White, CKCU Radio DJ “Living in Lanark County..drive by the Burnt Lands every day. I was so moved by this great song of Paul Weber's (The Great Fire of 1870) . It is right up there with Lightfoot's Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, or Stan Rogers' Mary Ellen Carter..bravo ! Truly a great work.” - Jim Mountain, CKCU Listener “Paul Weber's "Songs of Ottawa". This was a particularly touching presentation. Paul has developed a body of songs that tell the history and story of our region. Historic events, the hardship of building a community in this harsh conditions, the tales of characters well known to many who were born in this city or lived here a few decades ago. If you have a chance to catch Paul at one of his future shows I strongly encourage to go and enjoy a fascinating work of musical art.” - Juan-Luis Vasquez Ceron , House Concert Presenter