Matt Joe Gow

Matt Joe Gow (born in Auckland, New Zealand) is a musician, songwriter, producer and the lead singer and frontman of Australian Americana band Matt Joe Gow & The Dead Leaves. Joe Gow released his debut album The Messenger (Matt Joe Gow and the Dead Leaves album) through Liberation Music to critical acclaim. His follow up album Seven Years released in 2016 was nominated for a Victoria Music Award for Best Country Album and his third solo album, the self produced Break Rattle And Roll released in October 2018 won the award for Best Country Album as did his follow up Between Tonight & Tomorrow released in 2023. Joe Gow's musical style is influenced by folk, blues, and soulful rock while being firmly rooted in country. He is often referred to as an Americana or Alt. Country artist.