Matt Dame

Vocals...all the vocals!!

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15+ years of professional session work in Nashville. Demos, Masters, Lead vocals, BGVS, tv/film, radio. 1000's of sessions in all studios with all the publishers and producers. Pro gear at home studio for timely, master level vocals in a week of less. Cuts from my vocals on major artists and used in film/tv/radio. In tune and true to melody

Grammy nominated lead singer and guitar player for the Grammy award winning Steeldrivers. (look us up!!) Singing professionally in Nashville and Muscle Shoals since 2003 for every major (and not so major) publishing company known to man. My vocals have been used on thousands of songwriter demos, master recordings, film and tv projects and radio advertising. Effective range from G below middle C to A above middle C, with falsetto range well above that. Styles I specialize in are Country, Rock, Southern Rock, Contemporary Christian, Folk, Southern Gospel...just to name a few. Named Nashville Demo Singer of the Year multiple times. Super efficient with quick turnaround time. My mic chain is the Manley Cardioid Reference tube mic with a Vintech x73 preamp and a Distressor compressor. I cut all my vocals in my GIK treated home studio so all my tracks are super clean with no reflections or outside noises.

Click the 'Contact' above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you.

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  • English

Endorse Matt Dame90 Reviews - 14 Repeat Clients

  1. Review by fragrantgas
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    Working with Matt Dame was an absolute pleasure from start to finish! He recorded vocals for my songs and the sound quality was nothing short of exceptional. It is clear that Matt invests in top-notch equipment and it truly shows in the final product. Every take came through crisp, clean, and professional.

  2. Review by Steve
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    Matt defines "professional" in every way. Great communication, friendly, delivered beyond my expectations, beautifully recorded and mix-ready on the first pass. With ALL the vocals.
    Folks, this is how it's done. Hire Matt, you'll be happy you did. I am!

  3. Review by Amber Rose Washington
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    I had the privilege of working with Matt for the first time and he delivered brilliantly! His performance and professionalism are next level! I highly recommend Matt to anyone looking for pro country vocals! A++

  4. Review by George D.
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    Matt is an exceptional talent. One of the best country voices out there. Around our 5th project together (lost count). Consumat professional, he nailed the vision for this project. Very responsive and great to work with.

  5. Review by Kevin C.
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    It was a pleasure working with Matt for the first time! He delivered an A+ high energy vocal on my country track. His performance brought so much personality and professionalism taking the song to another level. Would recommend him to anyone looking for pro country vocals on their track!

  6. Review by Mark
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    I've been working with Matt for 5+ years, across a full album's worth of songs and now well beyond - not only does Matt deliver a beautiful vocal every single time, his performances are always infused with tons of emotion, as if he knows exactly what is behind every word. He's an absolute pro to work with, and he'll bring your tunes radio-ready across the finish line. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

  7. Review by Gabe
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    truly exceptional

  8. Review by Nick Garcia
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    Truly radio-ready vocals out of the box. Matt is a top level pro on this site.

  9. Review by BIGG R.
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    Awesome job matt YOU MAKE SONGWRITERS DREAMS COME TRUE!
    Professional,prompt and a pleasure to work with thanks for sharing your awesome talents to our song

  10. Review by Mike S.
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    Matt was great to work with and a very talented vocalist. He has fantastic dynamic range in his voice and provided great background vocals as well. He was also really patient with me as I am pretty green to the production process and music language. He worked with me to get exactly what was in my head! This was very appreciated, especially with a couple of word edits on my end. He comes highly recommend by me and will hire him again!

  11. Review by Sol L.
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    Matt is awesome! Everything was exactly what I was looking for and the turn around was incredible! Thank you Matt!

  12. Review by Patrick A.
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    Well. I was looking for a good singer for my country song and found Matt. He knocked it out of the park on the first take! Great Job Matt
    You have a great voice!

  13. Review by Charlie P.
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    Matt was amazing. He gave my song a new life. He was exactly what I was looking for. I am definitely recording more songs with him.

  14. Review by Michael F.
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    Great Job, perfect vocals

  15. Review by Rachel P.
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    The GOAT. I hired Matt about six years ago while living in Nashville, got out of writing music during that time, and recently had a song come to me I just had to record. He left such a positive impression all those years ago that I decided it was Matt or no one. I even delayed the project until he got back from touring in hopes that he was still doing vocals for hire. He was and I couldn't be any happier that I waited.

  16. Review by William
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    Matt is an amazing singer who's so talented both old school and new. He will help bring your song to the next level. Brilliant

  17. Review by MICK A.
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    A great collaboration with Matt and everything worked beautifully and indeed very quickly to achieve a fabulous result for my project.
    Thank you Matt for your terrific performance!

  18. Review by Richard T.
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    Matt did a great job. Complete and right on time. He sang it just as I wanted it and added good-sounding BGV's.

  19. Review by Janeen Ferdinand
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    This was my first time working with Matt and true to his amazing reviews, he did a great job. First, take it that! Thank you Matt 🇺🇸

  20. Review by George D.
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    Lost count. Maybe fifth project with Matt. He is an exceptional artist and a great partner. Amazing job bringing the song to life. Highest recommendation... you will love the result.

Interview with Matt Dame

  1. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  2. A: I promise you will be happy with the end product or you will be refunded

  3. Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

  4. A: That people want to sell a "demo" on iTunes or have me put it out as a single

  5. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  6. A: What is your end goal for this song? How can I help you accomplish that? Can you give me some production notes?

  7. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  8. A: I want to work with you...not for you. I want to make this the best version of your song and let you get the best from me.

  9. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  10. A: 15+ years of session singing in Nashville

  11. Q: How would you describe your style?

  12. A: Country and Blues mix. Bob Seger meets Travis Tritt meets Kenny Rogers

  13. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  14. A: listen closely to the writer. take a minute or two extra and read the lyric. Connection is key

  15. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  16. A: usually country and southern rock

  17. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  18. A: Overall tone and accuracy of melody and bgvs

  19. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  20. A: My work signature is believability and accuracy. Emotion is king in my performances. I never just mail it in

  21. Q: What's your typical work process?

  22. A: Learn and sing lead vocals, then start stacking up bgvs to fit each track

  23. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  24. A: I have a great setup featuring Apollo, Mac, Slate, UA and Waves products.

  25. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  26. A: Songwriter Demos are my bread and butter. I sing in studio 5 days a week for many top songwriters and producers form all over the world

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Gear Highlights
  • Apollo Quad
  • Manley Cardioid Ref Mic
  • Vintech
  • Distressor
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