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Matisyahu (born Matthew Paul Miller, June 30, 1979) is an American reggae musician. Known for blending traditional Jewish themes with reggae, rock and hip hop sounds, Matisyahu is most recognizable for being an orthodox Jew. Since 2004, he has released two studio albums as well as one live album, two remix CDs and one DVD featuring a live concert, and a number of interviews. Through his short career, Matisyahu has teamed up with some of the biggest names in reggae production including Bill Laswell and duo Sly & Robbie. |
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News in english
about Matisyahu
(November / 2009)
Matisyahu’s Olympic Campaign Date: 04 Nov 2009
Jambands.com -
Matisyahu’s current single “One Day” has been picked as the theme song for NBC’s “Countdown to Vancouver” Olympic promotional campaign. Beginning today, 100 days from the Opening Ceremony of the Vancouver Winter Games, NBC Universal will premiere the TV spot in the 8 PM hour across all the networks in the NBC Universal family: NBC , MSNBC , CNBC , USA , The Weather Channel, Bravo, Oxygen, SyFy ...
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Matisyahu keeps the (Jewish) faith to many beats (Omaha World-Herald)
Date: 05 Nov 2009
The inspiration for the New Yorker’s new CD is the depth to be found within the simplicity of light.
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Jewish Reggae/Rapper talks about ‘light’ Date: 05 Nov 2009
Corpus Christi Caller-Times -
CORPUS CHRISTI — Matisyahu may have been pegged as rock’s Hasidic Jewish reggae/rapper after his 2004 debut CD, “Shake Off the Dust…Rise,” came out. But as distinctive as that image may be, Matisyahu has taken a step toward turning any assumptions about his musical style inside out on his new CD, “Light.” Reggae and rap remain a significant part of “Light,” but the song “So Hi, So Lo” fuses ...
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Matisyahu sees the Light Date: 05 Nov 2009
Charleston City Paper -
Matthew Paul Miller, a.k.a. Matisyahu, makes his Lowcountry debut at the Music Farm on Sat. Nov. 14. He may be the only Hasidic Jew on the scene that blends beatboxing, hip-hop, and reggae while delivering a solid, positive message. by Patrick McGinn Matthew Paul Miller, a.k.a. Matisyahu, makes his Lowcountry debut at the Music Farm on Sat. Nov. 14. He may be the only Hasidic Jew on the scene ...
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With a song in his heart Date: 06 Nov 2009
The News & Observer -
It wouldn't be difficult for Matisyahu to keep doing what works. The charismatic Hasidic Jew could continue to deliver rap-reggae to his cult following.
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Matisyahu and more music in New Orleans for Sun., Nov. 8 Date: 08 Nov 2009
New Orleans Times-Picayune -
Matisyahu is at the House of Blues. Marcy Playground, of “Sexplays a free 3 p.m. show with Jason Marsalis at Snug Harbor; on Sunday night, Snug has pianist Tyrone Jackson’s quartet....
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Matisyahu at the National Date: 10 Nov 2009
Style Weekly -
Wednesday, Nov. 18
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Matisyahu evolves from his reggae and hip-hop Date: 11 Nov 2009
Charleston City Paper -
Matisyahu, a Brooklyn-based songwriter, rapper, and singer, stands as a unique artist. With his new album Light , he's back with a more developed mix of musical styles. by Alan Sculley "I really am way into the idea of having the orgasmic experience ... the ups and downs," says Matisyahu of his most recent studio and road experiences. The Brooklyn-based songwriter, rapper, and singer stands as a ...
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