Brett Matthews
Originally from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Brett Matthews brings a fresh take to the alternative genre by blending R&B, Pop, Country, and Folk influences into a sound that is melancholic, nostalgic, and emotionally resonant. Known for his similarities to artists like Bon Iver, City & Colour, and Noah Kahan, Brett’s music weaves together haunting melodies and introspective lyrics.
Since beginning his career performing with Canadian hip-hop artist Classified in 2019, Brett has played over 150 shows across Canada. In 2024, he delivered standout performances at JUNOfest, followed by a featured set at the 2025 ECMA Awards Gala. His breakout single “If I Die Today” (featuring Classified) earned over 1,200 radio spins, won Country Release of the Year at the 2025 ECMAs, and helped secure his nomination for Breakthrough Artist of the Year. The track also placed second in the 2023 American Songwriter Competition, where entries were judged by Julia Michaels, Jelly Roll, and Tommy Lee.
Released in September 2025, Brett’s debut album “Tomorrow” surpassed 600,000 streams and was featured on Apple Music’s “New Releases” and playlists including New in Pop, Made in Canada, and Atlantic Waves, as well as Spotify’s “All New Country” and Country Frontier. The album includes “If I Die Today” and “Lucky Ones,” a solo track co-written with Ria Mae.
In 2026, Brett received two more East Coast Music Award nominations for Pop Release of the Year and Fans’ Choice Video of the Year for “Lucky Ones” and its accompanying music video featuring social media influencer Alicia Mccarvell and her husband. Now working on his next release, Brett continues to evolve his sound—pushing deeper into honest storytelling and genre-blending melodies that resonate on a national stage.