Matthew J. Hooper

Multi-award-winning singer-songwriter Matthew J. Hooper seamlessly blends classic

singer-songwriter aesthetics with a distinctive northern indie sensibility. His music, rich with

evocative storytelling, draws inspiration from a pivotal stint in Nashville, Tennessee, which

notably landed him a Billboard No. 1. With a reputation for crafting compelling narratives

and memorable tunes, Matthew J. Hooper brings the soulful depth of vintage Music City

together with the raw, authentic spirit of the North of England

Returning to Cafe 9 for the third time, this time as part of his headline tour supporting his

brand-new record, “On Hamilton Street.”

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Grand Prize winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, Danny is a finger-style guitarist and songwriter who has toured as the opening act for Richard Thompson, and Fairport Convention, on their respective U.K. tours.

Danny’s debut solo album, 'Small Talk Songs', is available now. Danny recorded the album himself, in his Liverpool city centre flat, with three microphones. Throughout the recording process, he opened the door to his little fifth-floor balcony, so that the songs of the Scouse seagulls overhead could be heard lilting quietly in the background of this airy, richly recorded acoustic album.

'Mesmerising storytelling... A major talent-in-waiting.' - At The Barrier

'Stunning... crystalline guitar playing, and a pure vocal delivery.' - Buzz Magazine

'... An up-and-coming virtuoso guitarist'. - The Daily Record

'He is less a one man band, and more a one man orchestra... A poetic soul, and a sublime vocal range, reminiscent of the late Jeff Buckley'. - Americana UK (live review)

‘An excellent debut album which holds the attention throughout and shows a depth of musicianship promising much more for the future.’ - Folking

'A fully qualified guitar-botherer' - Simon Nicol, Fairport Convention

‘An album of lyrical mischievousness… Rich in it’s depth, outstanding in it’s delivery’ - Liverpool Sound & Vision

'Bradley's guitar playing is a delight... A clear voice, and he is adventurous with his lyrics'. - Americana UK

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Please note this ticket price DOES include a BYOB fee should you wish to bring alcohol to the venue.

All additional purchases of non alcoholic drinks and home baked sweet treats from the cafe counter are always very much appreciated.