ABOUT

Formed in April 2022 just two weeks before their debut performance at their high school, Shelburne's Centre Dufferin District High School, the Matlockes quickly created a musical force to be reckoned with. Receiving an overwhelming amount of positivity and love following their performance, the five young musicians knew that this was the beginning of an incredible journey.​

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Drawing inspiration from popular rock and metal bands such as Metallica, Black Sabbath, Foo Fighters, and Greta Van Fleet, the Matlockes have a very diverse and unique sound, with elements of rock, metal, punk, and alternative genres in their songs.

In addition to winning the Dufferin Rising Star contest in 2022, the band has performed at many local events and fundraisers, including Collingwood's Great Northern Exhibition (2022 & 2023), Shelburne's Canada Day Festival (2023 & 2024), and Shelburne's Fridays in the Park (2024), where they had the incredible opportunity to perform with internationally recognized artists Terra Lightfoot and Charlie Edward.

The Matlockes have also headlined their locally famous School's Out Concert two years in a row (2023 & 2024), with the second featuring opener EYE45. Throughout their journey, the band has had many amazing opportunities to connect with other independent artists within their community, which is something they feel very passionate about.

During their time together as a band, the Matlockes have continued to receive immense amounts of love and support from family, friends, and fans. The release of their debut single LOST was a huge milestone for the band, marking the beginning of their journey to releasing all of their songs, beloved by hundreds of fans across Ontario.