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ST. JOHN’S, NL—Acclaimed singer/songwriter Matt Brouwer has received the JUNO Award for Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the Year from the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences (CARAS) for his latest recording, Where’s Our Revolution. Brouwer accepted the award Saturday at the 2010 JUNO Gala Dinner and Awards held at St. John’s Convention Centre in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Other 2010 JUNO Award winners included Michael Buble, Kings of Leon and K’haan. The JUNO Award is considered Canada’s equivalent of the GRAMMY® Award.

Born in Truro, Nova Scotia, Brouwer attended Bible college in Alberta where he began his journey as a singer/songwriter/recording artist. In addition to the Juno Award, he has also received two GMA Canada Covenant Awards and two Vibe Awards (Canadian People’s Choice).

Where’s Our Revolution, Brouwer’s third studio recording, was produced by GRAMMY® Award winner Michael Omartian. Re-released in August as a Deluxe Edition by Indie Extreme/Universal Music Christian Group, the project features 12 new songs written or co-written by Brouwer, including the recent Top 20 hit, “Sometimes.”

For further information, visit www.mattbrouwer.com or www.junoawards.ca.

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Acclaimed Canadian singer/songwriter Matt Brouwer received a JUNO Award Nomination (Canada’s Grammy equivalent) this month for his latest album, Where’s Our Revolution in the Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album Category. Brouwer joins a list of nominees that include well-known Canadian artists like Michael Buble, Diana Krall, and Nickelback who are all up for various awards this year.

“I am thrilled and humbled to be included in the list of nominees,” Brouwer said, “the JUNO’s are legendary in Canada, so to be nominated is so cool, and really a dream come true.”

In addition to his JUNO nomination, Brouwer received two GMA Canada Covenant Awards last year. He took home honors for Fan Choice Artist of the Year, as well as Folk/Roots Song of the Year for “The Other Side.”

Where’s Our Revolution, Brouwer’s third studio recording, was produced by GRAMMY Award winner Michael Omartian. Re-released in August 2009 as a Deluxe Edition by Indie Extreme/Universal Music Christian Group, the recording features 12 new songs written and co-written by Brouwer. The project includes the hit singles, “Sometimes,” “Come Back Around,” and the Covenant Award winning “The Other Side” with Amy Grant and Vince Gill; “I Shall Believe” and other bonus selections; as well as exclusive video content, including a free download of the “I Shall Believe” video.

Now residing in Houston, Brouwer debuted on Reunion Records and scored a hit with the single “Water.” His recent work has included radio success with the singles “Sometimes,” “I Shall Believe,” “Surrender” and “Father I Adore You.” In addition to national and international touring, Brouwer is an Artist in Residence at Woodlands United Methodist Church in Houston.

The JUNO Awards: The awards will be presented at the JUNO Gala Dinner & Awards on Saturday, April 17, as well as at The 2010 JUNO Awards, which will be broadcast on CTV on Sunday, April 18 from Mile One Centre in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.

About Indie Extreme, LLC (www.indieextreme.com): Indie Extreme, LLC (with offices in Houston, TX and Nashville, TN) provides distribution, marketing, management and administrative services for independent artists and record labels worldwide. Serving as an “Umbrella Label” since 2006, the Company allows independent artists and their labels to focus their efforts and energies on their creative pursuits while leveraging the Company’s infrastructure for all of the administrative aspects of their business/career.

About UMCG/Fontana Distribution: Fontana, the independent arm of UMGD, provides unparalleled sales and marketing support, as well as back office services, for a diverse roster of labels and their artists. Fontana distributes more than 60 labels including American Gramophone, Angeles Records, Big Vin, Delicious Vinyl, Ipecac, Mad Science Recordings, Nitro, Quango, Rendezvous, Six Degrees, SMC, Telarc, Trustkill, Upstairs Records, Vagrant Records, VP Records, Warcon, and many others. Universal Music Christian Group is a newly formed division of Fontana, offering labels quality service at all levels, from retail marketing and sales to digital initiatives and administrative services. UMCG distributes more than 20 labels including Indie Extreme, Executive Music Group, Arrow Records, Concord Records, Desert Music Group, Geffen, Music World, Island and many others.

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“Sometimes”enters Billboard Top 30 Christian AC Chart

NASHVILLE, TN (Nov 2009) – Black Shoe Records/Indie Extreme recording artist, Matt Brouwer’s single “Sometimes” off of his latest album, Where’s Our Revolution, made a splash on the Christian AC Billboard Chart the week of November 28, 2009 debuting at #30 on the chart above of all other new entries. The song continues rising up the KLOVE top songs chart to #15 as listeners respond positively to the powerful lyrics which are striking a chord of hope in these tough times.

"As a recording artist, it's always exciting when your music is getting out there and being heard. I'm thrilled to be included on the KLOVE playlist! After a tough year, a tough economy, etc. I hope this song is a source of encouragement and a reminder of the hope that comes from believing in the bigger picture of God's transforming power in our lives." says Matt.

“Sometimes” continues to maintain its Top 25 status on the CRW AC Signature Chart at #23.

Indie Extreme, based in Nashville, Tenn., represents musical acts ranging from folk legend Judy Collins to hit CCM artist Matt Brouwer and multi-Platinum Latin Pop artist Alvaro Torres.  The firm partners with Universal Music Christian Group/Fontana for distribution and retail marketing, along with providing various label services to independent labels.

For more information about Matt Brouwer, visit http://www.indieextreme.com/matt_index.html. To learn more about Indie Extreme or our labels, visit http://www.indieextreme.com, call (615) 309-1718 or (281) 890-5034, send an e-mail to Lisa@indieextreme.com or kathyd@indieextreme.com, or write the company at 1507 16th Ave S., Nashville, TN. 37212.

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“Sometimes” enters Top 25 on the CRW AC Signature Chart

NASHVILLE, TN (Nov 2009) – Black Shoe Records/Indie Extreme recording artist, Matt Brouwer was recently added into rotation at K-LOVE. His single “Sometimes” off of his latest album, Where’s Our Revolution, quickly made its way into the station’s Top 20.  Brouwer’s single currently stands at #17 of the best Christian music played on K-LOVE.

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“Sometimes” enters Top 25 on the CRW AC Signature Chart

NASHVILLE, TN (Nov 2009) – Black Shoe Records/Indie Extreme recording artist, Matt Brouwer was recently added into rotation at K-LOVE. His single “Sometimes” off of his latest album, Where’s Our Revolution, quickly made its way into the station’s Top 20.  Brouwer’s single currently stands at #17 of the best Christian music played on K-LOVE.

"As a recording artist, it's always exciting when your music is getting out there and being heard. I'm thrilled to be included on the KLOVE playlist! After a tough year, a tough economy, etc. I hope this song is a source of encouragement and a reminder of the hope that comes from believing in the bigger picture of God's transforming power in our lives." says Matt.

“Sometimes” also maintains its Top 25 status on the CRW AC Signature Chart at #23.

Indie Extreme, which is based in Nashville, Tenn., represents musical acts ranging from folk legend Judy Collins to hit CCM artist Matt Brouwer.  The firm partners with Universal Music Christian Group/Fontana for distribution and retail marketing, along with providing various label services to independent labels.
 
For more information about Matt Brouwer, visit http://www.indieextreme.com/matt_index.html. To learn more about Indie Extreme or our labels, visit http://www.indieextreme.com, call (615) 309-1718 or (281) 890-5034, send an e-mail to Lisa@indieextreme.com or kathyd@indieextreme.com, or write the company at 1507 16th Ave S., Nashville, TN. 37212.

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MATT BROUWER GARNERS SIX COVENANT AWARD NOMINATIONS

NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Acclaimed Canadian singer/songwriter Matt Brouwer has received six Covenant Award nominations for his latest recording, Where’s Our Revolution, which was re-released as a Deluxe Edition last week by Universal Music Christian Group/Fontana.  The nominations were recently announced by GMA Canada.

Brouwer received nominations in the following categories:

• Album of the Year – Where’s Our Revolution


• Recorded Song of the Year – “Come Back Around”


• Male Vocalist of the Year


• Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year – Where’s Our Revolution


• Video of the Year – “I Shall Believe”


• Folk/Roots Song of the Year – “The Other Side” (Matt Brouwer with Amy Grant and Vince Gill)

The 2009 Covenant Awards will be presented during GMA Canada’s Music Week, to be held October 20 – 23 in Calgary, Alberta.

Where’s Our Revolution, Brouwer’s third studio recording, was produced by GRAMMY Award winner Michael Omartian.  The recording features 12 new songs written or co-written by Brouwer, including the current single, “Sometimes.”  The project also features the #1 singles “Beautiful Now” and “Come Back Around”; “I Shall Believe” and other bonus selections; as well as exclusive video content, including a free download of the “I Shall Believe” video.

Now residing in Houston, Brouwer debuted on Reunion Records and scored a hit with the single “Water.”  His recent work has included more radio success with the singles “I Shall Believe,” “Surrender” and “Father I Adore You.”  In addition to national and international touring, Brouwer is an Artist in Residence at Woodlands United Methodist Church in Houston.

For further information, visit www.mattbrouwer.com.

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Matt Brouwer Adds Concert During MS-150 Houston to Austin to Spring Tour

            NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 2009) – Black Shoe Records/Indie Extreme recording artist Matt Brouwer’s song Beautiful Now was number one on the March 2, 2009 CRW Global AC, CHR, and Canadian CCM charts for a second straight week. Hitting #1 on all three charts on the same week is a milestone achievement for the Canadian born singer/songwriter. The song, which is the first single from his album, “Where’s Our Revolution”, has been at the top of the charts for more than 20 weeks now. Meanwhile, Brouwer’s second single Come Back Around also sits at #4 and #9 on the Canadian and AC charts respectively. 

“Come Back Around” has been very well received by Station Programmers across the US, Canada, and abroad. With a message of an admitted collision between disillusionment and hope, the song deeply communicates. It brilliantly echoes the current spiritual and emotional climate of our world today.

 “The song ‘Come Back Around’ by Matt Brouwer is a perfect fit for us. It is fresh sounding and Matt delivers a compelling message that resonates with our listeners and staff…appropriate and fitting.”

Chris Grindrod, Program Director, WEEC FM

 “We have added ‘Come Back Around’. Actually, added it "out of the chute" directly into our "Heavy" airplay category. A Very strong song!”

Matt Dorfner, KJLY Blue Earth, MN

As Brouwer’s “Love Can Save a Life Tour” with guest artist, Quimi www.quimialaniz.com , prepares to kick off in late March, the MS-150 (Houston-Austin) stop in La Grange, TX has been added to the tour schedule. The MS-150 Houston to Austin is the biggest Bike MS event in the United States as 13,000 cyclists saddle up to raise funds to support MS research and services for men, women and children living with multiple sclerosis. Matt and the band will entertain the cyclists during their overnight stay at the La Grange Fairgrounds. Matt’s concert at the La Grange Fairgrounds on April 18^th is sponsored by The Loft and TOMS Shoes. Other stops on the spring tour schedule include Austin, TX, Tampa, FL, Jacksonville, FL, Brevard, NC, League City, TX, Nashville, TN, Lincoln, NE, Fremont, NE, Hume Lake, CA, Seattle, WA and El Paso, TX.

For a complete list of tour dates and more information go to www.mattbrouwer.com or www.myspace.com/mattbrouwermusic

MATT BROUWER ANNOUNCES 2009 "LOVE CAN SAVE A LIFE TOUR" PLANS

“Come Back Around” releases to CCM and College radio formats early 2009

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (December 2008) – Black Shoe Records/Indie Extreme recording artist Matt Brouwer announces his 2009 “Love Can Save a Life Tour”. Inspired by the response to the first single Beautiful Now from his new release Where’s Our Revolution produced by Grammy award-winning producer, Michael Omartian, the tour will challenge and focus attention on the call to respond to the needs within our own communities in North America as well as those around the world. Matt is a World Vision Artist Associate. World Vision offers practical ways to share love with people in desperate need.

Matt recently signed with literary agency, Credo Communications, out of Grand Rapids, MI. Matt will be staying close to home during the first couple of months of 2009, performing at several songwriter venues across Texas such as Dosey Doe Coffee House in The Woodlands and The Bugle Boy in La Grange, while he works on the basics for his first book.

The second single Come Back Around from the album Where’s Our Revolution has been generating a lot of buzz and has been a favorite both during radio/TV interviews and at concerts this past year. The song is a loving invitation to a generation disillusioned and let down by their heroes to find hope and reconciliation in the shared experience and rediscovering faith.

“The song “Come Back Around” I think, speaks for a lot of people on the fringes who feel disillusioned by life, culture, and faith…it’s a simple sentiment to acknowledge how a lot of us feel and an invitation to allow ones self to be re-embraced by God’s love.” stated Brouwer

Brouwer logged over 25,000 touring miles throughout his Where’s Our Revolution 2008 Tour. Matt performed for audiences totaling over 15,000 through Mississippi, North Carolina, Florida, Texas, Arizona, California, Oregon, Colorado, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Tennessee. He plans to revisit many of the same regions while expanding into new territory with dates already on the books in Austin, TX, Jacksonville, FL, Brevard, NC, Hume Lake, CA and Lincoln, NE.

Brouwer has previously landed hits on the Billboard CCM records chart (I Shall Believe); CCM CHR chart (Water, Sanity); and the New Music Weekly Hot 100, AC, Indie AC, and Top 40 charts (Surrender). Where's Our Revolution, marks a huge step forward for Brouwer, being hailed by critics as an artistic and production triumph. The success of Beautiful Now, #1 on CRW Global AC and CHR charts and #1 on CanCon AC chart, Top 60 CRW Signature CHR chart points to a very successful run as the album is overflowing with a bevy of radio friendly pop singles.

"It's an honor working with Matt and his independent label, Black Shoe Records," said Indie Extreme CEO Kathy Douglas.  "The Where's Our Revolution CD has been a result of several years of hard work and growth in Matt, both as a writer and musician. He is a unique individual with a clear yet gently confrontational message to his generation, one of love, hope and authenticity."

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