August 31, 2011
PROTECTION RACKET DRUM CASES - I am thrilled to announce that I am endorsing Protection Racket Cases. These are the only drum bags that I would ever trust to keep my gear in top condition. I suggest that you check out these great cases from the UK. Thanks to Dean Bowdery and John Meydam.
June 15, 2011
I am now on ReverbNation. Check out my page and join here http://www.reverbnation.com/mattbabineaudrummer
February 4, 2011
Main Street School of Music is having a drum tuning seminar on Sunday, February 7 at 12:00 pm. I am hosting this event. Bring a drum or 2, a pair of sticks and a drum key and I will show you how to make them sound great. To register, contact the school at 613-622-5443. Space is limited, so reserve your spot right away.
January 7, 2011
I am in the studio recording drums for a television commercial with Canadian music legends- The Cooper Brothers.
September 7, 2010
I just started teaching drums today at International Musicland in Barrhaven (Ottawa area). I still have a couple of time slots available. I also have limited space available in Arnprior as well as Shine Music Academy near downtown Ottawa. Shoot me an email if interested.
April 22, 2010
Comfortably Numb - Canada's Pink Floyd Show will be performing live at Le FestiVoix de Trois-Rivières (Quebec). As one of Canada's leading outdoor music festivals, concerts attract audiences of over 15,000 people per show.
January 22, 2010
Studio Update: Tracking drums at The Listening Eye Studio in Chelsea, QC for Jiles Band's 3rd upcoming CD.
September, 2009
I am now teaching at Shine Music Academy in Ottawa, ON. Anyone who is interested can contact the school from my links page.
April 5, 2009
DEREK JONES CD RELEASE: Derek Jones' new record "The Equinox" will be released on May 14 with a live show at Gracies East in Ottawa. I will be on drums. This record sounds amazing, so come on out to hear the band play the entire CD. 2 songs from the CD are up on my Discography page now.
February, 2009
AK Project: The AK Project features members of Comfortably Numb. Material is in the works and a new record will hopefully be out soon and I am drumming and collaberating on it. This will be VERY different sounding from the first AK record. Fans of Opeth, Dream Theater, Metallica and Rush should check it out. The music will be very heavy at times. Keep posted for a release date.
October, 2008
I am now teaching drums at Main Street School of Music. Anyone in the greater Ottawa area who is interested in lessons can inquire here. Just go to my Contact page.
July 20, 2008
Studio Update: I will be tracking drums for Derek Jones upcoming CD at The Listening Eye Studio in Chelsea PQ
July 10, 2008
I am now endorsing REMO Drum Heads! Thanks to Tim at Direct Music Supply.
June, 2008
DDRUM: I am very excited to announce that I am endorsing Ddrum acoustic drums. Ddrum are very progressive drum makers and are the fastest growing drum company around.
March 1, 2008
**CANADA'S PINK FLOYD SHOW** I am now the drummer for Comfortably Numb. Check back soon for 2008 tour dates.
February 26, 2008
Studio Update: Tracking drums at The Listening Eye Studio in Chelsea for Jiles Band's debut CD.
February 4, 2008
Studio Update: I'll be tracking drums for LAJ's upcoming debut EP at Little Chicago Studios in Ottawa.
February 1, 2008
I am now sponsored by DRUM STAR WEAR! They are a clothing brand from California that make really cool swag for drummers. Even though they are a very new company, they have a lot of support from some of the best drummers on the planet. I suggest you check them out. www.myspace.com/drumstarwear
August 30, 2007
Istanbul/Alchemy Cymbals have added me to their artist roster. I will being playing a mix of Traditional, Sultan and Alchemy models. Check them out at istanbulcymbals.com
May 16, 2007
Amanda Rheaume's new record "If you never live" will be out on June 14, 2007. There will be 3 cd release parties (Ottawa, Toronto and London) check the shows page for more details.
April 7, 2007
New shows announced with Amanda Rheaume. Check the shows page.
March 3, 2007
I am doing the myspace thing now. You can check it out out www.myspace.com/mattbabineau
February 26, 2007
News from the studio. I have just finished playing the drum tracks for Amanda Rheaume's upcoming record. It is being produced by Amanda and Shawn Bradley and it is sounding amazing so far. I will post more updates and the release date as soon as I know.
October 16, 2006
Los Cabos Drum Sticks have added me to their artist roster. I will be playing their 5A Hickory model. This up and coming company is making great drumsticks and they are available at most music and drumshops. Check them out at loscabosdrumsticks.com.