biographical info
Matthew and the Birds sound contain a matchless blend of pop and jazz which has led them to turn the heads of music lovers of all genres. With the first album, “Remnants of What We Reminisced” recorded by Andy Magoffin at the House of Miracles, the band was shortlisted for Local Album of the Year at CHRW, has been nominated for a London Music Award for best Pop Artist, and has been nominated for a Jack Richardson Music Award for Folk/Roots band. They have also had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Raised by Swans, Noise Level, Ben Gunning, The Sun Harmonic, Alex Ernewein, Alanna Gur and countless others.
Their new album, “Between the Waves” breeds a refined sound shows the eclectic talent of the band. Recorded by the talented Simon Larochette, at the London Music Club, the album contains the same jazzy vibes and melodic hooks that were on the first album, but now they are broadening their horizons. Such as the opening track “Suzie Suzie” which takes you on a rock ‘n’ roll ride that is sure to get your toes tappin’ or the song “Strings” which brings in world influences and charged guitar and saxophone harmonies. Matthew and the Birds diverse music will refresh music listeners everywhere.
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lineup
Matthew Ariaratnam Guitars, Vocals, Piano
Sophia Smith Alto Sax, Vocals, Guitar
Ben Bandosz Bass, Guitar
Corey Juck Drums