| Matt Walst Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 9 in |
| Weight | 69 kg |
| Date of Birth | December 28, 1982 |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
Matt Walst is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and musician who is best known for being the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist for My Darkest Days from 2005 to 2013 and Three Days Grace. He has more than 100k followers on Facebook and more than 100k followers on Instagram.
Born Name
Matthew Jean Paul Walst
Nick Name
Matt
Sun Sign
Capricorn
Born Place
Asphodel-Norwood, Ontario, Canada
Nationality
Occupation
Singer, Songwriter, Musician
Family
- Father – Lou Walst
- Mother – Karol Walst
- Siblings – Brad Walst (Older Brother) (Bassist with Three Days Grace)
Genre
Post-Grunge, Hard Rock, Alternative Metal
Instruments
Vocals, Guitar
Labels
- 604 Records
- Mercury Records
- RCA Records
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 9 in or 175 cm
Weight
69 kg or 152 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Matt has dated –
- Nicole Bowser
- Ashley Wright
Race / Ethnicity
White
Hair Color
Blonde
However, he dyes his hair black.
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Tattoos on his arms
- Wears earrings and eyebrow ring
Brand Endorsements
Matt has endorsed brands such as –
- Gretsch Guitars
- Kickasso
- Movember
Matt Walst Favorite Things
- Album – Lateralus (By Tool)
- Song From The Lateralus Album – Parabola
- Song From The Three Days Grace Album – Let You Down
- Songs Written By Him – P*rn Star Dancing, Without You
- Song By Three Days Grace To Perform – The Good Life
- Song In The White Room Album – Last Train to Trancentral
Source – Loudwire, TrentArthur.ca, Instagram, Amp.App.com, Instagram
Matt Walst Facts
- In 2014, he stepped in as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of Three Days Grace after Adam Gontier‘s departure in 2013.
- Matt was the frontman of My Darkest Days from 2005 to 2013. Chad Kroeger of Nickelback was impressed with the band’s sound and signed them onto his record label 604 Records.
- He counts Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, and Deftones as his biggest musical influences.
- Matt co-wrote P*rn Star Dancing for My Darkest Days‘ debut album in 2010. The hit single was certified ‘Gold’ by RIAA in the United States.
Featured Image by Matt Walst / Instagram
