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Houston, Texas — Gulf Coast Country artist Captain Matt announces the release of his new album, The Beginning: First Cuts Before the Band, available for digital download November 22. This album captures the earliest phase of his songwriting journey—raw, heartfelt recordings made before the formation of his full band, The Boatcrew.
Captain Matt is also proud to announce a new partnership with Fanner Guitar Works, the internationally respected boutique instrument maker known for innovative craftsmanship and custom builds.
Fanner Guitar Works to Build Custom Ukulele for Captain Matt
As part of this collaboration, Fanner Guitar Works is building a custom baritone ukulele tailored to Captain Matt’s unique blend of Texas storytelling and coastal soul. This instrument will play a central role in future studio sessions and onstage performances throughout 2026.
“This custom ukulele is part of my story now,” said Captain Matt.
“Fanner understands the values behind what we stand for—Faith, Family, Freedom, and Fun—and I’m honored to create with them.”
Exclusive behind-the-scenes content will be released as the ukulele is crafted.
About the Album: The Beginning
The Beginning offers an intimate look at the foundation of Captain Matt’s career. These “first cuts before the band” were written during a period defined by hard lessons, uncertainty, long nights, and an unwavering desire to build something meaningful.
The album cover features a worn-out captain staring into the future—a portrait of exhaustion, grit, and determination. It represents the moment before everything changed, when the future was unclear but the dream was already alive.
“Those years shaped me,” Captain Matt says.
“The man on that cover is tired but hopeful. That’s where these songs come from.”
The album will be available November 22.
Gulf Coast Country & the 2026 Texas Tour + Festival Circuit
Rooted in Houston, Texas, Captain Matt has emerged as a key voice of Gulf Coast Country: a genre blending Texas Country, Americana, Trop Rock, Southern Rock, and real coastal storytelling. The movement is grounded in the values he lives by:
Faith, Family, Freedom, and Fun.
With The Beginning setting the stage, Captain Matt & The Boatcrew now prepare for:
The 2026 Texas Tour & Festival Appearances
The upcoming performance run will be centered primarily around Texas, including:
Texas Tour Stops
- Listening rooms & songwriter showcases
- Honky-tonks and iconic Texas stages
- Gulf Coast bars, marinas, and dockside venues
- Houston, Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, San Antonio, Hill Country, and college towns
Texas Festival Performances
- Captain Matt & The Boatcrew will also appear at a growing lineup of Texas festivals, including:
- Gulf Coast music & arts festivals
- Barbecue cook-off events
- Marina, harbor, & beach festivals
- Family-friendly community events
- Americana and country festival stages across the state
These shows will introduce The Boatcrew’s full-band sound to new audiences across Texas.
About Captain Matt & The Boatcrew
Captain Matt is a Houston-based Gulf Coast Country singer-songwriter known for his ukulele-driven sound, heartfelt narratives, and commitment to uplifting others. Together with The Boatcrew—a community built around positive vibes, coastal culture, and real musicianship—they champion Faith, Family, Freedom, and Fun as the heartbeat of everything they do.
About Fanner Guitar Works
Fanner Guitar Works is an internationally acclaimed builder of handcrafted hybrid, electric, and custom instruments. Their collaboration with Captain Matt includes a made-to-order baritone ukulele designed to support his evolving sound and future touring.
Media Contact
Boat House Music Group (BHMG)
Houston, Texas
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www.CaptainMattMusic.com