Matt Costa on Tour

Matt Costa’s recent stop in Montreal impressed Folk101 so much that we feel compelled to share his upcoming tour dates and some additional information about the singer.

A few weeks ago, Folk101 received a review copy of Matt Costa's debut album Songs We Sing. The record was solid, full of catchy, upbeat songs, but it did not immediately snag our gnat-sized attention span.

Then, on July 7, Folk101 was fortunate enough to attend Mr. Costa's show at La Tulipe in Montreal, where we make our headquarters. The show was packed, and it was clear that something about that album had escaped us (yes, even the experts sometimes have an off day), but had not slipped past those packed shoulder-to-shoulder in beer-sloshing mayhem.

When Costa took the stage, what we missed became glaringly obvious. His music is addictive. The songs are smart, sensitive, uplifting and basically just a whole lot of fun. This up-and-coming troubadour sent Folk101 home with a smile and humming a happy tune. And now, the album seems even better. It's truly a perfect compliment to the sunny weather.

Check back for Folk101's complete review of the show.

Until then, though, you can amuse yourself by scrolling down and looking over the dates remaining for Matt & Co. on his current tour. If you have a chance and he is coming to a town near you, I highly recommend checking out the show. Also, see Matt Costa's calendar of performances for more information.

8/1/2006 Aspen, CO | Belly Up | All Ages

8/2/2006 Englewood, CO | Gothic Theater | 16+

8/3/2006 Colorado Springs, CO | The Black Sheep | All Ages

8/5/2006 Chicago, Ill | Lollapalooza

8/11/2006 Steamboat Springs, CO | Howelsen Hill | Free-Show | All Ages

8/25/2006 Del Mar, CA | Del Mar Racetrack | All Ages

8/26/2006 Anaheim, CA | House of Blues

8/29/2006 San Luis Obisbo, CA | The Graduate | 18+

8/30/2006 Sacramento, CA | The Library | 18+

8/31/2006 San Francisco | Slim's | All Ages

9/2/2006 Portland, OR | Wonder Ballroom | All Ages

9/3/2006 Seattle WA | Bumbershoot

9/4/2006 Vancouver, BC. | Commodore Ballroom | 19+

9/5/2006 Victoria, BC. | Sugar | 19+

9/7/2006 Edmonton, AB. | Power Plant | 18+

9/8/2006 Calgary AB | Liberty Lounge | 18+

9/9/2006 Saskatoon SK | Louis Pub | 16+

9/11/2006 Winnipeg, MB | West End Cultural Center | All Ages

9/13/2006 Madison, WI | Majestic Theater | All Ages

9/14/2006 Ames, IA | Maintenance Shop

9/15/2006 Lawrence, KS | The Bottleneck

9/17/2006 Austin TX | Austin City Limits Festival | All Ages

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