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Wide Open Saloon

Denver, CO, US

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Biografía de Uncle Kracker

Matthew Shafer (Born 6 June 1974) is American Rock and Pop singer songwriter and occasional rapper, often known by his stage name, Uncle Kracker.

Uncle Kracker was born in Mount Clemens, Michigan, in the early 70’s. After early attempts at rapping in his early years, his first taste of performing came after meeting a young Robert James Ritchie aka Kid Rock at a turntable competition his brother was playing at. After hitting it off with Kid Rock, he agreed to perform with his then band “Twisted Brown Trucker”.

As Kid Rock blew up, he kept Shafer on as his tour DJ and also used him as a back up vocalist for his 1996 album “Early Mornin' Stoned Pimp”. After continuing DJing for Ritchie over a number of years, Shafer decided to begin work on his own solo album.

In 2000, Shafer released his debut LP, “Double Wide” under the moniker Uncle Kracker. The albums rock and rap blending sound was a hit around the world, proven by its success in the charts, as Double Wide rose as high number 7 in the US, as well as charting in many European countries. This album remains Shafer’s most successful to date and has been certified double platinum.

Following the release of his first effort, Uncle Kracker went on an extensive tour around the US, before writing and recording his follow up album, “No Stranger To Shame”, which came out in 2002. Shafer’s sophomore effort was also a success commercially, especially after the release of it’s first single, “Drift Away” was an instant hit. The track is a cover of Dobie Gray’s 70’s hit song.

Moving forward, Uncle Kracker ditched his rap rock leanings and moved into the world of country music, releasing a further three albums in that genre, the latest being 2012’s “Midnight Special”.

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Matthew Shafer better known by his stage name Uncle Kracker has been working the circuit since the late 80s however most do not realise this musician has these years of experience behind him as he approaches the stage in his downplayed mannerisms. He takes to his chair with his guitar in such a nonchalant way that the audience are thrown for a moment before he begins the recognisable chords of 'Nobody's Sad on a Saturday Night'.

The show is very much on as Kracker finds his groove and plays through a setlist of alt-rock gems. His friendly, down to earth personality is also a huge highlight of the gig as the audience simply beam with enthusiasm as he interacts and chats with them on a personal level. There is clear adoration on both parts here tonight as Matthew knows that it is through their support he is able to stand on stage and share his music which he has a clear equal passion for. Ending an enjoyable set with a cover by his musical influence Kid Rock, you feel the whole mood lift as singer and crowd bellow out the chorus of 'All Summer Long'.

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