BIOGRAPHY.
In Conjuction with Matt L's New CD release.We would like to bring you up to speed, about the man and his music, By "Starting From the top".
Matthew James Thelonious L. was born to African-American-Norwegian-Indian parents on September 3rd 197Sumthin'. In little Urban-Amish town called Harvey. As a youth, Matt has always, had an attraction to music. His mother Mabeline played the piano, as Matt would listen in his crib.
When Matt was only Six years old, He was learning to play Guitar,Saxophone , 808 Drum Machine, Flute and the Banjo. At Eight years old, He composed his first musical piece called "OOOO..gurl...I'm ln luh wit u gurl" Which later became "Girl you know its true" By Milli Vanilli.
At Ten years old , He left home to pursue a career in music. He landed a job in Chicago Illinois, As a session musician. He played CowBell for some of the most sonic bands, in the music Industry.
Earth,wind and Fire, Chicago , Survivor and Curtis Mayfield, just to name a few. But it was'nt until a chance meeting with an up and coming musician,named Prince Rogers Nelson, would Matt's career show such promise.
Prince would take Matt under his wing. Under Prince's tutlage, Matt would write, produce, perform his first recognized hit.
The song "Holly Hobbie Underoos" was the shot in the arm, Urban radio needed. At only Twelve years old, He was one of the opening acts for Prince's "1999" tour. Armed with a number one hit, and his melodic CowBell, Matt would dazzle audiences, with his playing and captive stage presence.
As the tour ended, Matt eventually signed with Warner Brothers. One of the stipulations in his contract was, he would write, produce, perform, play all instruments, cook , clean, and buy pizza.
The hits seemed to be non stop. Songs like, "Catch a gurl, Kiss a gurl", "Schwinn Stingray Luvvv" and the club hit "Yo Momma don't wear no Drawers..." Earned Matt Gold record status. "Yo Momma.." went Platinum, and was nominated for a Soul Train Award.
But alas, With the extensive touring, and the rigors of overnight celebrity, Things took a toll on Matt. On May 9th 198Sumthin', before he was to perform for the "United Colors Of Bennetton" concert of the Americas, Matt...simply Quit. He walked away from it all.
As time went on, scant sightings of Matt L. would be done. He pursued acting, and has been on shows "Sanford and Son" , "Charles in Charge" and the "What's goin' down" episode of "Sister, Sister" . He won the reoccuring role as Officer Tinson, a cop with a soft side.
After that, It would take ten years, for Matt to create music he would want to share with the world.
NEXT: His Discography And Current Project.
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