Striking A Chord
MUSIC
Matt Quinn :
Striking A Chord
Mt . Joy ’ s celebrated frontman , Matt Quinn , took center stage for a moving and expressive solo show at Spruce Peak Arts
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att Quinn is a songwriter , guitarist , and the lead singer for the acclaimed rock band , Mt . Joy . On the heels of Mt . Joy ’ s well-received 2022 album , Orange Blood , and their latest single release , “ Highway Queen ,” Quinn performed a compelling solo set at Spruce Peak Arts in Stowe on May 15 . He took to the Spruce Peak Arts stage before embarking on a nationwide headlining tour with Mt . Joy and joining Vermont-born folk-rock icon Noah Kahan for several high-profile festival and concert appearances . In the weeks leading up to the performance , Quinn sat down with VERMONT Magazine for a candid conversation . He shared his thoughts on the importance of authentic artistry , freedom in musicality , and the powerful connection that occurs when an artist strips down their sound and returns to their musical roots .
STORY BY BENJAMIN LERNER • PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY MATT QUINN AND SPRUCE PEAK ARTS
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