Since the release of his 2004 debut, “Shake off the dust...ARISE” and the phenomenal success of 2005’s “Live At Stubb’s”, Matisyahu has continued to bring his uncanny, electrifying fusion of orthodox Judaism and classic reggae music to fans with an incessant touring schedule and unbelievable energy.
Born in West Chester, PA and raised in White Plains, NY, the young man formerly known as Matthew Miller would undertake a monumental odyssey before discovering his path - and voice - as Matisyahu (the Hebrew equivalent of “Matthew,” and the name he became known by when he became observant). Via adventures in Colorado, Israel, Oregon, and New York City, he not only heard a profound spiritual calling, but also discerned a revolutionary way to share his discoveries and reflections, via the reggae and hip-hop sounds that had long been an integral part of his day-to-day soundtrack.
“Youth”, Matisyahu’s latest offering, boasted two Top-20 hits on the Modern Rock Chart and landed a solo set at The Bonaroo Music Festival. The album was also the Number 1 album on Billboard’s Top Digital Albums chart. After the success of “Youth”, Matisyahu lent his talents to the award-winning documentary “Unsettled”. Matisyahu is currently working on new material for his next album which is slated for release sometime in 2008.
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May 16, 2007