Band Name: Jay Mathey
Name: Jay Mathey
Who is Jay Mathey?
Acoustic Singer/ songwriter based out of Charlotte, NC.
How Long Have You Been Playing?
12 years ( I am 27) I have been gigging in the Charlotte since 2003
What Instruments Do You Play?
Acoustic Guitar- Martin Triple O
Premium Series
- Martin Triple O CXE Auditorium
Dobro -
Dean Steel Guitar
Electric-
Fender Strat & Les Paul
What Was Your First Album?
George Harrison- Cloud 9 & Poison-
Open up and say Ahh ( bought them at the same time)
What Was Your First Concert?
Pantera
Who Is Your Favorite Band?
Dave Matthews Band ( but Robert Randolph
is a close second)
Who Is Your Favorite Local Band?
Rayen & Ziad and Kenny Floyd.
What Band Do You Dislike The Most?
What Should A Crowd Expect From A Jay Mathey Show?
To
hear a wide range of covers done well mixed with well written originals.
What Do You Do To Get Ready For A Show?
It usually involves loading
the van, driving, setting up the sound system and drinking a beer.
Do You Have Any Weird or Fascinating Fan Stories You Can Share?
This crazy drunk ( older ) lady came up on stage and LICKED my bald head ear to ear. I FELT
SO VIOLATED !!!
What Is Your Take On The Local Music Scene?
Since I play out every
night the local music scene has been good to me. Lots of good venues and lots of good musicians.
Is There Anything You Would Like To See Change?
I think it's pretty great as it is.
What Is The Best Venue You Played?
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Charlotte;House of Blues, Orlando; Hard Rock Cafe, Nashville;
but locally the Flying Saucer.
What Is The Worst Venue You Played?
Any paying venue is a good one!
Is There Anything Else You Would Like To Say, or Any Advice You Would Like To Give?
As Marc Cohn said to me " Keep On"
