Matt Cusson has the world talking! With musical influences ranging from James Taylor, Norah Jones and Brian McKnight, Matt has caught the attention of many of the music world's heavy-hitters and we are pleased to bring you the biographies we have been able to find on the web. The following text is courtesy of Matt's very own MySpace page and the second biography is written by Ryan Leslie, Flipper Hope, Kelly Cusson and Natalie Brown

To learn more about Matt Cusson, enjoy the following biographies:

Matt's Biography (Courtesy of / Excerpt from: Matt's Official MySpace Page)

Matt Cusson (former teenager) is a cool musician. Outside of his obsessions with baskeball, laughing, and cheese, he likes music too. Matt's vocals, piano and guitar playing, writing, producing, and arranging have put him in movies, on the radio and on tv and stuff....and also on stage or in the studio with artists like James Taylor, Norah Jones, Brian McKnight, Javier, Christina Aguilera, Jon B, Jessica, Simpson, John Mayer and some other really really really really cool people. and oh yeah, matt is a professional dancer as well, but that might not be the 1st thing he tells you!

Matt likes to be called "matt" or any other form of the name. Matt likes to do other things as well. One of his most proud moments was when Meredith Vierra, a long time fan, asked Matt to perform on ABC's "The View". Wicked awesome. There was this one time, Matt attended Berklee College of Music and was chosen to perform in the Singers Showcase which showcases the schools top 8 singers. sweeeet. and then tthere was this other time, he won 3 times at the famous Amateur (spelling) Night at The Apollo, was supposed to go back for a 4th time but got mono. "oohhh well" says cusson.

Matt now tours with Brian McKnight who is also included in helping Matt finish his long overdue debut album, due out anywhere between next month and may of 2217 at this rate. Matt's musical influences range from Stevie Wonder, Djavan, Nat King Cole, Take 6, D'angelo, Jamer Taylor, Miles, Coltrane, Avishai Cohen, Brian, Javier, Dave Matthews, Beatles, Mayer, to Schroeder from Peanuts. "theres way too many to list", exlaims Matt in a kermit the frog voice.

he's workin on the debut cd with lots of people. "The humility that Matt Cusson exudes never hints at the wealth of talent that he embodies." (felt we should add that since its been the 1st line in his old bio for about 80 years)

matt's favorite number is 23.

Matt's Biography

The following Matt Cusson BIO written by Ryan Leslie, Flipper Hope, Kelly Cusson and Natalie Brown.

The humility that Matt Cusson exudes never hints at the wealth of talent that he embodies. Outwardly unassuming, magic happens as soon as Matt starts to sing. Matt has floored audiences with his vocal acrobatics, range, and control, but his one-of-a0kind voice is only the beginning. Matt is also a highly accomplished pianist, guitarist, songwriter, arranger, producer, and dancer.

Perhaps most importantly however, he writes songs that touch the listeners very soul. His music hits deep, with unique chord combinations, inspiring rhythms, and an uplifting message. It is difficult to place Matt's music into any specific category. His style is fresh, sophisticated, and unique. He credits Stevie Wonder, Djavan, Take 6, James Tayler, Miles Davis, and Nat King Cole heavily influencing his music, along with more contemporary artists such as Dave Matthews, Avishal Cohen, D'angelo and John Mayer (a friend from Berklee College of Music with whom Matt has played alongside.)

Matt began singing at the age of two, and started performing in public at the age of eleven. He began his formal studies at the Berklee College of Music in 1999, where he was chosen to perform at the prestigious Singers Showcase (which highlights the colleges best eight singers). In 2000, Matt was discovered by one of his biggest musical inspirations, Brian McKnight, who flew Matt to his home in Los Angeles the day after hearing Matt perform his original music, to collaborate musically. According to McKnight, Matt has an incredible gift.

After studying at Berklee, Matt was given opportunities to perform alongside such accomplished artists as James Taylor, Norah Jones, Jessica Simpson, Nick Lachey, The Beach Boys and Babyface, among many others. In 2004, Matt was chosen as the only male singer to perform with Christina Aguilera on her summer tour Exposed. He has also worked with Arnold McCuller, a well-known recording artist and background singer who exclaims, Matt is a wonderful songwriter and an exquisite singer, with soul and a unique style for song delivery, believability and sincere interpretation. Matt has also worked regularly with Livingston Taylor, who enthusiastically refers to Matt as the Michael Jordan of music. Matt is now doing many shows and writing with Capitol Recording Artist, Javier who says about Matt, "Matt Cusson is honestly one of the most talented musicians I've ever met. When I heard him live for the first time, I was blown away not only by how well he sang and played but how easy he makes it seem. I became an instant fan. There are alot of artists out there, but few even come close to the amount of talent he has.

He combines Jass, Rhythm and Blues, Pop like nobody I know. He's so good he makes you want to go home and practise your scales. If you haven't had a chance to hear Matt, you're missing out on a world class artist"

Matt has also done many shows and much writing with Cheskea Recording Artists, and Billboard Award Nominee, Marta Gomez. Marta exclaims, "Matt's voice is so pure and clear that it almost sounds like a whisper; as if he was telling you a secret, singing just for you. I perfectly remember the first time I heard him. The sound that came out of his mouth was so unique that every person around him had to stopwhat they were doing and just listen to that voice that came from another world. Suddenly, I had to close my eyes and could not stop smiling, it was like I had to appreciate his music with all my senses and not miss a single note.

In 1999, Matt was one of the 12 people chosen out of hundreds to perform at the historical and highly competitive Amateur Night at the Apollo Theatre in New York City, and went on to win the competition three times. Matt has also performed on The Daily Beat with Allure, BET Live with Avant, as well as Bobby Jones Gospel and the 2003 US Open Tennis Tour with well-known group Here II Praise. Matt also received high acclaim when appearing as a musical guest on the number-one daytime television show ABC's The View. Host Meredith Vierra eagerly proclaimed, Matt is a star in the making!

Today, Matt is working on his debut CD and continues to perform his original music as well as timeless favorites in prestigious venues all over the country, such as Tanglewood and B.B. King Blues Club on 42nd Street in New York City. He spends most of the year traveling all of the major cities in America, and places such as Cabo St. Lucas, The Virgin Islands, British Columbia, and other venues all over the world to perform!

As Matt pursues his musical career, he has caught the attention of many industry greats, including Randy Jackson, Denise Rich, and Clive Davis, as well as every record label that has been introduced to his unique music and talent. Anyone who has ever heard of the name Matt Cusson, knows of his tremendous and unique, extraordinary talent that truly touches anyone who listens.

It is hard to find words that do justice to Matt's uncanny ability to both compose and interpret music in a way that leaves every listener awestruck. You can only feel his magic by listening for yourself!

Matt Cusson BIO written by Ryan Leslie, Flipper Hope, Kelly Cusson and Natalie Brown.

Reference: Judyth Piazza's Battle of the Bands Article - October 1, 2006

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