Matthew Stevens (musician)

Matthew Stevens
Also known as Matt Stevens
Born (1982-01-08) January 8, 1982
Origin Toronto, Canada
Genres Jazz
Occupation(s) Musician, composer
Instruments Guitar
Labels Whirlwind Recordings, Crystal Math Music Group
Associated acts Terri Lyne Carrington, Christian Scott, Esperanza Spalding
Website mattstevensmusic.com

Matthew Stevens (born 8 January 1982) is a jazz guitarist and composer.[1]

Biography

Stevens was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and studied piano and guitar at a young age. Since graduating from Berklee College of Music in 2004, Stevens has established himself in the contemporary jazz scene performing and recording with numerous artists including Christian Scott,[2] Terri Lyne Carrington,[3] and Esperanza Spalding.[4]

Regarded to be one of "most exciting up-and-coming jazz guitarists" in his generation, Stevens was placed in the Rising Star Guitar Category of the 63rd Annual DownBeat Critics Poll.[5] His performances have been esteemed by numerous publications including Down Beat,[6] NPR,[7] Jazz Times,[8] Billboard,[9] and the New York Times.[10]

His debut album as a leader, Woodwork, received stellar reviews from critics including Down Beat,[11] All About Jazz[12] and the Ottawa Citizen.[13] LA Weekly describes the album as "an amalgamation of modern jazz and neo-fusion elements which showcase...sonic versatility and savvy producing chops".[14]

Stevens has toured extensively in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Asia, South Africa, and South America. He is also a member of the adjunct faculty at the New School and has taught workshops at the Maryland Summer Jazz Workshop, USC, and Berklee College of Music.[1]

Stevens currently resides in New York City, New York[1]

Discography

As a leader

Woodwork was released was on May 26, 2015 under Whirlwind Recordings. He is joined by pianist and fellow NEXT Collective member Gerald Clayton, bassist Vicente Archer, drummer Eric Doob, and percussionst Paulo Stagnaro.[15]

As a sideman

Year Artist Album Label Genre
2006 Christian Scott Rewind That Concord Music Group Jazz, Music, Dance, Pop, House
2007 Christian Scott Anthem Concord Music Group Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, Fusion
2008 Christian Scott Christian Scott - Live At Newport Concord Music Group Jazz, Contemporary Jazz
2009 Walter Smith III & Mark Small Bronze Fresh Sound Records Jazz
2010 Jacky Terrasson Push Concord Music Group Jazz
2010 Christian Scott Yesterday You Said Tomorrow Concord Music Group Jazz, Contemporary Jazz
2011 Ben Williams State Of Art Concord Music Group Jazz, Hip-Hop/Rap, Crossover Jazz
2011 Sean Jones No Need For Words Mack Avenue Records II
2012 ERIMAJ Conflict Of A Man Don't Cry Recordings Jazz, R&B
2012 Christian Scott Christian aTunde Adjuah Concord Music Group Jazz
2013 NEXT Collective Cover Art Concord Music Group Jazz
2013 Chris Turner Lovelife Is A Challenge Love Child R&B/Soul
2013 Chet Doxas Dive Addo Records Jazz
2013 Leron Thomas Whatever Independent Jazz
2014 Harvey Mason Chameleon Concord Music Group Jazz, R&B/Soul, Crossover Jazz
2014 Walter Smith III Still Casual Independent Jazz
2015 Justin Kauflin Dedication Qwest Records Jazz
2015 Michael Oien And Now Fresh Sound Records Jazz
2015 Ben Williams Coming Of Age Concord Jazz Jazz
2015 Christian Scott Stretch Music (Introducing Elena Pinderhughes) Ropeadope Jazz, World
2016 Esperanza Spalding Emily's D+Evolution Concord Music Group Alternative

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References

  1. 1 2 3 "Matthew Stevens @ All About Jazz". Retrieved 27 August 2015.
  2. "Christian Scott and Matt Stevens perform on stage at Royal Festival...". Retrieved 31 August 2015.
  3. Ltd, Headley Brothers. "Review: Terri Lyne Carrington at Montreux". www.jazzjournal.co.uk. Retrieved 31 August 2015.
  4. Chinen, Nate (17 May 2015). "Review: Esperanza Spalding Recalls the Creativity of Youth in New Songs". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 31 August 2015.
  5. "DownBeat | 63rd Critics Poll Rising Star". www.downbeat.com. Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  6. "DownBeat | "Matthew Stevens In Due Time"". www.downbeat.com. Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  7. "Matthew Stevens Group: Live At Berklee". Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  8. "Jazz Articles: Matthew Stevens: Leading From Within - By Giovanni Russonello — Jazz Articles". jazztimes.com. Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  9. "Billboard CD reviews: Taylor Swift, T-Pain - Reuters". mobile.reuters.com. Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  10. "Matthew Stevens Group - Events in NYC - Arts and Entertainment Guide - NYTimes". www.nytimes.com. Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  11. "DownBeat | Digital Edition | August 2015". www.downbeat.com. Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  12. "Matthew Stevens: Woodwork". Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  13. "Matthew Stevens CD reviewed". Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  14. "The Matt Stevens Group". L.A. Weekly. Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  15. "DownBeat Magazine Editor's picks (May 2015)". www.downbeat.com. Retrieved 20 September 2015.
  16. "Matthew Stevens | Credits | AllMusic". AllMusic. Retrieved 20 September 2015.

External links

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