📅 Friday 18 September 2026 at 4:00 PM
📍 9-9bis — Rue Alain Bashung, 62590 Oignies

The 9-9bis opens its doors for a **free residency showcase** with **Matt Van T & The Moaning Strings**! A retro-style country artist, Matt Van T delivers a set of old-school country, blending Honky Tonk and Outlaw country with Hillbilly resonance.

🎸 **A one-man-band with retro charm**

Equipped with a suitcase turned into a bass drum, Matt Van T wanders from town to town like a travelling *medicine show*. His music is sometimes simple and effective like a Honky Tonk hit on an old transistor radio, sometimes epic like an Outlaw anthem, or raw and feverish like a shot of Hillbilly with a bourbon chaser.

His influences range from Jimmie Rodgers to the Carter Family, from Merle Travis to Hank Williams, through Johnny Cash, Steve Earle and Townes Van Zandt. An authentic dive into the roots of American music, in a unique mining heritage setting!

💡 **What is a residency showcase?**
A residency showcase is a public presentation of the work developed by artists during their creative time at 9-9bis. It’s an opportunity to discover emerging artists and share their first stage experiences.

🎟️ **Free entry** — Registration via 9-9bis.com

🔗 More info: [9-9bis.com/evenement/matt-van-t-residence/](https://9-9bis.com/evenement/matt-van-t-residence/)