The Franklin Electric is Montreal-based indie folk project led by singer-songwriter and producer Jon Matte. Evolving from a collective of friends and musicians, Jon remains true to the essence and heart that inspired him from the very beginning.

Ten years ago, Jon started something he couldn’t fully understand at the time. What began as a way to make sense of his thoughts and emotions has grown into something far bigger than he ever imagined. For Jon, music was always an outlet—a way to face life’s mirrors, express himself, and let go of the things he’d been holding onto. At first, it was selfish, but these songs aren’t just his anymore; they’ve found their way into the lives of people of all ages & corners of the globe. In the summer of 2024, he embarked on a solo European run of shows, playing in the most magical, unexpected venues—from an underground lake to the peaks of the Swiss Alps. Along the way, opening for Amistat followed up with 15 sold-out shows with Salt Tree.
2025 looks promising, with a Europe & UK headline tour along with festivals in the summer of 2025, a string of Canadian shows, and the release of Victory Songs LP in late spring.

For Fans Of: Old Sea Brigade, Ben Howard, Geoffroy, Charlie Cunningham Half Moon Run, Charlotte Cardin, The Paper Kites, Sam Fender, Gregory Alan Isakov, Noah Kahan, Salt Tree , Amistat, Salt Tree