
Warren first picked up the guitar at the age of 17. This experience triggered something deep inside of him, his overriding passion is playing guitar. 
He started to play as an autodidact but his appetite for guitar playing  led him to study the art of playing guitar in depth at West Virginia University. He continues to perfect himself studying the guitar . Warren’s enthusiasm about learning and discovering is never ending and is a life lasting passion. 
As a guitarist, he cut his teeth by accompanying his uncle Allen Hughes, but soon afterwards the energy of his playing opened the way for him to join the ranks of several international  metal groups. 
He gained experience  as an active performer and recording artist, and brought his personal color to many musical projects. 
Besides his work as a session and touring musician, Warren also transmits his passion and vision by working diligently at his craft . Sharing a flavorful life and inspiring others to do so is the center of his motivation. 
Warren approaches guitar playing out of a heart of service. His expertise and professional abilities make him a dynamic and sought-after musician and is aware of the privilege he shares with others who are able to do what they love

The development of his unique style is the result of growing up in a musical family . Warren was always surrounded by different styles of music. His mother was an accomplished pianist and a singer and his uncle an accomplished drummer . His family exposed him to a wealth of music all of which influenced his development .


Award winning songwriter, Guy Paul has written, recorded and produced 6 solo CD’s on his own, receiving national and international press coverage, including an article in the prestigious UK “Guitarist” magazine.

Guy Paul was also a noted early vanguard and example of successful online music sales, accumulating over 250,000 downloads (back in the days of dail-up) and selling CDs from his humble home to every continent on earth.

Hard driving Roots/Rock from Canada’s East Coast!

Since 2009, POGEY has been showcasing their unique take on Roots music at the biggest Celtic Rock festivals across the US resulting in an increased fan base and industry nominations.  The band has mastered how to captivate audiences with their crowd participation skills, original songs and remarkable instrumentals. Their show combines electric guitar, fiddle, mandolin, acoustic guitar, bass, drums, bodhran and four-part vocal harmonies to produce a trademark sound. POGEY has headlined and participated at such events as the Grey Cup 100 Kick Off (Toronto), Kansas City Irish Fest (4 appearances in 5 years), Taste of Edmonton and the Chicago, Milwaukee, Pittsburgh and Colorado Irish Festivals – to name a few. They have also performed live and been interviewed on CBS, FOX, CBC and countless radio programs across America and Canada.

POGEY is the vision of Nova Scotia native and lead singer Ray Mattie who once moved to the Toronto region in search of like-minded musicians. The goal was to create an all-original band with a Roots based sound. Without finding the right chemistry, Mattie moved back to Nova Scotia and through a referral contacted bassist Jonny Grant. Lead guitarist Warren Robert (who originally signed up for two shows) rounds out the original line up which has been in place for 11 years. With a solid original core and increased engagements POGEY has added extra musicians to the group. Drummer Mike Carroll and fiddler Anthony Rissesco round out the line up.

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