Scott Matthews returns to the Church In Newport Pagnell

Where Two Rivers Meet are delighted to present the incredible singer songwriter Scott Matthews who returns to wow the crowd in the beautiful setting of St Peter & St Paul's church in Newport Pagnell. The WTRM team turn this ancient building into a stunningly lit, acoustic haven with a fully stocked bar.

Support comes from the incredible Ernest Herb (DJ Set)

Doors 6.30pm

DJ Set from Ernest Herb 6.45 - 7.20pm

Headline from Scott Matthews

Set One 7.40pm

Set Two 9pm

Meet & Greet 10pm

Close 11pm

About the performers:

Scott Matthews emerged from the Black Country twenty years ago, challenged the statusquo and quickly established himself as one of the most revered singer-songwriters of a generation with his mesmeric and inimitable debut album,Passing Stranger. The album that fearlessly pushed generic boundaries with a unique tapestry of folk, rock,blues and ethnic song-writing, earned Matthews some of the highest accolades in the music industry and the respect of fellow artists including Robert Plant, Foo Fighters, RufusWainwright and Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien, who described Scott’s music as ‘timeless...existing outside any genre...a beautiful thing’.

It is clear that Scott has left an indelible mark upon the world of music. To mark the beginning of the anniversary year, the Ivor-Novello award winning artist will be releasing a brand-new live album and performing a select number of shows across the UK. Matthews’ latest release will be the first volume in a series of exploratory live albums that document the transfiguration of songs that span a neight-studio-album career, dating back to 2006. Describing what live performance means to him, Scott says, ‘The lifeblood of these songs flow at their purest and headiest when connecting with a live audience. In all my adventures on the road, I feel most alive when the barriers are knocked down, exposed and leaving nothing behind.’

The effortless ability to evolve songs during his highly-anticipated live shows is palpable amongst audiences, proving the timelessness of masterful song-writing. Twenty-year-old songs organically metamorphosise with a maturity that carries the hallmark of a craftsman who has truly honed his skill. Old favourites grow to new and unexpected heights that can take even the artist himself by surprise at times.It is clear that Matthews belongs on stage. Through his poetic lyricism, soaring vocals and intricate guitar playing, he weaves a magic that beguiles audiences. It is no wonder that his shows have become globally renowned for their spiritual atmosphere, transcending therestraints of time.

Ernest Herb Returns with a bliised out DJ Set

After his stellar support slot here last year, Ernest Herb is bringing is decks to mix some beautifully blissed out tunes to ease you into a gorgeous late summer evening of music in this beautiful church. So, grab yourself a drink, sit back or wander round this beautiful building and enjoy the magic.

Extra tips for people coming along:

The church can get a little chilly when the sun goes down, so dress in comfortable clothes and feel free to bring and extra jumper, and maybe a cushion for comfort t if you fancy!

We'll send out info to all ticket holders about where to park and all other details you'll need to fully enjoy the event a week or so before the event date.

Where Two Rivers Meet is a collective of creatively curious friends who put on events in our town to bring music and the arts to our community.

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