•–Up until the addition of Dave Genn to the 54•40 lineup, drummer Matt Johnson was considered “the new guy” even though he joined the band over two decades ago.  In 1985 Johnson replaced founding drummer Darryl Neudorf. Since that time, Johnson has been an integral part of 54•40 's enduring success as a band.  

Matt Johnson has also pursued his interests in architecture and design, modernist style, scientific inquiry and critical thought, and scooters and scooter culture, and when time permits will play drums with his long time pal Tom Hooper (Grapes Of Wrath).

Johnson’s career successes with 54•40 include numerous albums, thousands of live shows, and a permanent impression on the Canadian music landscape but Johnson and 54•40 aim to make a new impression on the public with a their 11th studio recording, new songs and new “new guy.”