Just in case you missed it, I was a guest on the Homegrown Show with host Brandon Backstrom on BOB FM, out of the Twin Cities in MN. This station does a lot for the independent artist scene, and this…

What a weekend! I volunteer on the Board of Directors for the Midwest Country Music Organization and last weekend we had our annual event. It was hosted at the Medina Entertainment Center, and consisted of a workshop all day Saturday…

Had a great time at Moondance Jammin Country in Walker, MN. It was my 7th or 8th year I think performing in the Lazy Moon Saloon. 

Had the pleasure of being introduced by Larissa from KB101 out of the Bemidji…

Recently sat down with Brandon for the Homegrown Show on BOB FM, 106.1 in the Twin Cities. We chatted about music, outdoors, and listened to some great tunes from other local artists. 

Oh we also checked out a few tunes…

This Saturday, I'll be appearing on the Just For Show, Show. With Ted H. I had a chance to record on his most recent album, and he asked me to interview him. Or did he interview Me? I guess you'll…

Visit itunes on March 15th to Pre-Order "Welcome Back Old Friend", the new release from Matt Graunke & The Crow River Rebellion. Available on all platforms March 23rd. Limited physical copies available via CD. 

The new album, "Welcome Back Old Friend" will be available for pre-order on iTunes on Mar 16th. I will post the link when it is available. The album features 7 songs performed by some amazing musicians and good friends. 

The…

So here's the poop. It's cold as hell out, everywhere in the nation. Now is the time for chili. Of all the chili recipes you will ever read, this is definitely one of them. 

Unlike most recipes on the internet…

In January, I had the opportunity to guest on "The Healing Half" with Miki Speer. She hosts a weekly show about grief, and dealing with loss. Why did I belong on that show you ask? 

In 2018/2019 I had a…

I do a lot of my recording at North Fork Records outside of Delano on the mighty Crow River. Brandon runs that shop, and does a fantastic job. He's been working with Me, and other members of the Midwest Country…

Fun Fact: I am a Charter Member of the Midwest Country Music Organization. After a year or two helping out where I could, I was asked to join the Board of Directors. In February of 2020, I joined as Director…

This is the first of many updates on the situation over here at Camp Carlos. We've been busy recording new material. And by "we" I mean Me and anyone I've been able to convince to come along for the ride…