Matt Tutor
Matt Tutor
© 2004 Matt Tutor (600385149921)
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A combination of everything you'll find in Memphis. Pop, R&B, Soul, Rock, Funk, Blues, and just a hint of Jazz. There's something for everyone on this album, literally.
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There was never any doubt about what path Matt Tutor's life would take. At the age of 3, he was running around the house picking up guitars, and singing in the church choir. Growing up in a region known for its deep musical heritage, Matt was exposed to a wide variety of genres ranging from Gospel to Blues, Bluegrass to Rock. Every aspect of the music captivated him, and even in his earliest gigs, you could hear him finish up a Muddy Waters tune and go right into a song by Ray Stevens. Style and Genre have always held little meaning for Matt as the music swirled around in his head and kept driving him toward learning more about all of it. He has no concern for classification. He only knows music.
He started playing the guitar shortly before High School, in spite of having wanted to play it from a very early age. His parents insisted on ten years of piano before playing anything else. Fortunately for all of us, they acquiesced after nine. His passion for playing, singing, and performing are plainly obvious to anyone, regardless of whether he's caressing a Telecaster with his band behind him, or whether it's just him with his Taylor. He simply loves to perform, and it shows.
At 18, he started working in studios around Memphis. Over the last 13 years, he has recorded with such people as Derek Trucks, Eric Gales, R. L. Burnside, James Cotton, Dave Smith, Steve Potts, Carl Weathersby, the HI Rhythm Section, and Bob Brookmeyer. He can be heard playing and singing on several albums, including albums by Derek Trucks and Melvin Taylor. He received critical acclaim from the rendition of Led Zeppelin's "Custard Pie" that he recorded with Eric Gales and Derek Trucks on the album "Whole Lotta Blues: The Songs of Led Zeppelin."
His study of music has continued as well. In December of 2000, Matt received a Bachelor's Degree in Jazz and Studio Performance from the University of Memphis. His educational pursuits would eventually land him in Boston, Massachusetts, where he would receive a Master's Degree in Jazz Composition from the New England Conservatory of Music. In Boston, he had the honor of studying with such legends as Bob Brookmeyer, George Russell, and Malcolm Peyton, as well as younger, though equally brilliant, composers like Ken Schaphorst and Allan Chase.
His self-titled debut album is the culmination of years of passion and years of study. The two sides of his music, electric soul and acoustic stories, have been blended together to form a wonderful listening experience. From the mildly dark sentiment in the opening tune, "Would You Love Me Anyway" to the tongue-in-cheek humor of "Please Forgive Me," from the highly energetic "Mrs. Jones Again" to the laid back groove of "All I Need Is You," the listener is taken through a journey along the various life paths everyone crosses from time to time. Love, life, mistakes, regret, faith, doubt, and second chances fill up this eclectic mix of Blues, Soul, Folk, Funk, and Rock. Solid, almost infectious grooves support wonderful, charming stories. The songs have beginnings, middles, and ends, and by the end of the album, you've been through many experiences with the characters in the songs. This is an album for everyone, with at least a couple of songs for even the pickiest music aficionado. The variety is refreshing, the musicianship is delightful, and the production is terrific. While the songs may vary slightly in terms of genre, the musical thread is always there: it's all honest, it's all real, and it's all Matt.
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One of my favorites!
author: Jamey ArentMatt is an amazing guitarist, vocalist and songwriter. This record is a great mix of rock, pop, acoustic, blues, r&b, funk and jazz. I encourage anyone to check it out!
Genuine and Sincere
author: Tien NgoWe went into a bar on Beale Street in Memphis intending to go for only a drink and ended up staying for about 4 hours to listen to Matt play. He played a great mix of blues and pop covers. His rendition of Come to my Window is fantastic. I purchased his CD and love it. Great job matt from your Canadian Fans. Hope you didn't have to much trouble converting that $5..haha
First time I saw Matt
author: JamieI saw Matt in Memphis about a year ago and loved his music so much I bought his CD. I mailed a copy of his CD to all of my friends from college on the west coast. They love you! I listen to at least one of your songs a day in my car.
Just WOW!
author: Lisa MarinezMy husband and I live in Memphis and have followed Matt's career since about 1998. It's hard to believe he's even better today than the first time we heard him do that voodoo he does so well! This CD rocks my socks! It quite simply leaves you begging for more!
Finally... some real music for a change!
author: Rick Hicks/Mt Vernon, ILThis CD flows...It's AWESOME! Every track begs to be replayed again and again. What a gifted songwriter/musician. If the opportunity arises, go see Matt Tutor. You will be blown away!
Great CD
author: Chris MicsakMatt Tutor came to my school to give clinics and teach classes on account of my teacher and him being good friends. I initially bought this cd just to support him because he was a great guy. Turns out, This is an incredible CD, I listen to it all the time and play it for everyone who hasn't heard it. A great mix of blues, rock, funk, and soul!
Very good
author: Luke HowseA very good CD. His voice is powerful and full, and his guitar work blends perfectly in skill with it. The blues style is fantastic, no mistake, but personally I loved the raw energy of his performance on Custard Pie - revisited with Derek Trucks (it's the same energy heard on King Biscuit Boy's Neighbour Neighbour and such like) so it was a pity that there wasn't one or two tracks on there that demonstrated this raw energy he has. But that is a personal thing and doesn't retract from the quality of what is here - especially the instrumental work on the last track - very moving. Excellent stuff.
Great album, great player. You have to buy it!
author: Jeff ChapmanMy wife and I passed through Memphis this summer at the end of August and did Mempis....which means we walked around Beale and had a few, stopped in to listen to some music including the obligatory Elvis impersonators (yawn) then we struck gold! We stopped in this little place and heard Matt Tutor with this great back up harp/flute player. They played some standard rock and blues tunes and then did some of the stuff from Matt's just released self entitled CD. That night Matt's soon to be wife was there and his mom too. On the break we met the whole family and I got to BS with Matt about music and his story. We bought the CD on the spot and I listen to it every day in my car. I've played it for many people and everyone is knocked out by Matts musical range, depth and musicallity. This guy is going to be big and we will get to say we met him before it all happened. If you don't buy this CD you'll kick yourself later!
Beautiful, fun fusion of genres
author: Lee DickinsonIt's hard to be both fun and heartfelt, but this album does it. A rare album that fits just as well in a juke joint as it does over coffee. Thoughtful, funky, tongue-in-cheek, and bluesy. And -OH- the instrumental last track... breathtaking. A great way to top off a great album. Well done.
nice work
author: jay adkinsi have follwed Matt's career for 10 years now and I have to say that this CD is an enjoyable, accurate reflection of this man's experience, soul, and journey through life...it relates...
you will love it
author: bob brookmeyerThis CD will make you smile, dance and feel good -- it does me, and I ain't an easy sell. Highly recommended!