New Brunswick bluesman and multiple East Coast Music Award winner Matt Andersen just won the 26th edition of the 2010 International Blues Challenge (IBC) in the birthplace of Rock N' Roll and home of the blue's Memphis, TN.
Matt was sponsored for this event by the Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival in Fredericton, NB in the solo/duo category. Blues musicians from all over the world including 39 states, 12 countries and 5 continents were chosen by their respected Blues society's to compete in venue's on the world-famous Beale Street.
As the big winner Matt opens the door to the U.S market and the larger world stage! Some of the prizes Matt won include; Cash,1st place International Blues plaque, large profile American festival gigs, festivals in France, Italy and a slot on the Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruises. For more information on the IBC go to www.blues.org
Anderson will appear at Meaford Hall on March 13 along with another fabulous Canadian musician Wil.
Contact Meaford Hall for details.
