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Matthew Dames is a seasoned street performer, playing frequently at Salamanca Market in Hobart, the Harvest Market in Launceston. His contemporary folk style is warm and sensitive and he covers songs by artists such as Tracy Chapman, Simon and Garfunkel and Dougi Maclean. Matthew's debut album "Cold Stars" was released on Thursday the 19th of December at Fresh Café. Matthew plays at the 3 Steps on George restaurant every Wednesday from 6:45-8:45pm. He has performed at many folk festivals, including Cygnet, the National and the Tamar Valley folk festival. Matthew supported Daniel Champagne in June 2013 at the Royal Oak Hotel. Matthew is the lead Singer and Rhythm Guitarist for a band called Schmeltic, the house band for Celtic Force and Scottish Power.