All music and lyrics by Matt Hinkley
Copyright 2007 Matt Hinkley
Album Musicians:
Matt Hinkley- guitars, vocals, keys, accordion, percussion
Brent Stranathan- drums
Matt Wigton- bass
Brooke Campbell- vocals (Eastside Serenade)
Bob Hoffnar- pedal steel (Eastside Serenade)
Tom McNellis- add'l vocals (Without A Sound, December 6th)
Craig Wilson- add'l vocals (Blue & Grey)
Shana Alberry, Josephine Ancelle, Kim Henry, Mat Leland, Craig Wilson- hand claps (Leave Town)
(Engineered and mixed by Mat Leland; mastered by Bob Smith; produced by Matt Hinkley, Mat Leland, and Craig Wilson; additional engineering by Craig Wilson)
Demo Recordings:
"I'm Not Sorry"
Matt Hinkley: guitars, vocals (Recorded at home by Matt Hinkley)
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Born and raised in the West Texas town of Midland, Matt Hinkley is a rock 'n' roll songwriter, singer, and guitarist/multi-instrumentalist now residing in New York City. Despite his arrival in NYC as an actor and singer, Hinkley has traveled full-circle back to the days of jamming out to Billy Idol's "Rebel Yell" on his parents' coffee table, sporting nothing but his favorite pair of Scooby Doo underwear. The Billy Idol and Scooby Doo underwear may be gone, but the energy, passion, and musicality remain in full force.
Hinkley has just release his self-titled debut album, Matt Hinkley, an original and refreshing tour de force of twelve infectious songs, ranging from acoustic Americana to full-bore rock 'n' roll. Hinkley's tightly-structured songwriting evokes the work of established artists such as The Beatles, Wilco, Ryan Adams, and The Byrds, yet manages to carve out a home entirely its own. This album is equally at home coming through the bedroom stereo on a rainy night, providing the background to a great party, or blasting through car speakers on the open road.
Matt's introspective songwriting is influenced musically by the country, blues, and folk of Texas, combined with the straight-up, explosive rock 'n' roll he was weaned on, and the tight songwriting style of classic artists like the Beatles. Lyrically, it's all about the decisions, events, and journeys that make up one's life, as well as the process of coming to terms with the fact that "when you reach that line, you cross that line on your own." His musical efforts have led him to perform across the country and at such NYC venues as Joe's Pub, The Bitter End, Cutting Room, Crash Mansion, Ars Nova, Mo Pitkins, Pianos, Lion's Den, and more.
In addition to his own projects, Hinkley lends his multiple talents to a number of other endeavors. He is the music director and guitarist/vocalist for Prefab4, a non-impersonating stage tribute to the Beatles that has performed in New Orleans, Omaha, and Illinois. In 2007, Hinkley assistant music directed and played guitar for PEG's national tour of Beehive: The '60s Musical. Matt is a constant staple as a guitarist/vocalist/accordionist in the music and shows of Joe Iconis, a Jonathan Larson Award and Ed Kleban Award winner rightfully recognized as one of NYC's hottest up-and-coming theater composers; notable performances with Iconis include Things To Ruin at Joe's Pub, and the critically-acclaimed Joe Iconis Rock 'n' Roll Jamboree at the Laurie Beechman Theatre. Matt works as a guitarist and vocalist for Hank Lane, one of NYC's premier entertainment booking companies. Matt also provides guitar, vocals, and other musical assistance to a host of other NYC-based writers and performers, including Craig Wilson, Amanda Droste, Robert Jay Cronin, Mat Leland, Joe Moore, 2007 Jonathan Larson Award winner Robert Maddock, and 2007 Nightlife Award Winner Lorinda Lisitza.
To hear the music of Matt Hinkley, and to pick up a copy of his album, visit him at matthinkley.com.
Matt Hinkley (Album out NOW!)'s Friend Space (Top 24)
It was my pleasure to play "Without A Sound" on my weekly, 30-minute podcast featuring mainstream, independent music. The direct link to the show is: http://indiemusicsampler.com/2008/04/18/ims-094/
Cheers, Paul the music lover Indie Music Sampler http://IndieMusicSampler.com
They have pulled pork, mac & cheese and this really good batter fried-fish (yes, GOOD friend fish) on the buffet. It is fierce. It's only been 2 weeks and I can already feel my heart-failing. Wish me luck.
In the wake of Katrina, we know that Louisiana's coastal crisis means more than the loss of some redfish or blue crabs - it means the difference between a sustainable New Orleans and the next Atlantis - please keep spreading the word!
Just saw some awesome jazz in downtown Phoenix. This of course immediately brought to mind the bleu cheese and fresh jalepeno burgers at Yo Mamma's. Good luck with the upcoming gig.
Thanks for the friend request and the invitation to check out your music. Amazing variety - the mark of true talent. I'm surprised the words "Americana" or "Country" are in your genre description. The vibe is great.
I'd like to play "Without A Sound" on my podcast. It sounds a bit like the Byrds (if you've heard of them). They did a lot of Dylan music -- that's it, the song reminds me of Bob Dylan. OK, now you know I'm crazy. I'll get over it. Attach the MP3 to an email and I'll let you, and your fans, know when it spins.
Cheers, Paul the music lover Indie Music Sampler podcast P.O. Box 3173 Hillsboro, OR. 97123-3173 Voice Mail: 775-261-2006 http://IndieMusicSampler.com/ paul@indiemusicsampler.com
I believe it's your "damn" cd and my funds were frozen before I went to Houston so I would have enough to survive there and pay bills here. Now that they've thawed again I was planning to get it but since you were so rude...
i am gonna buy your damn cd, as soon as i get over not being able to see you live :) mostly i just need to put the tip money in the back, so i don't bounce my account with the ultra expensive purchase of your cd :D
Yeah! I'm so glad to hear that your release party went super great!! Wish I could have been there. I'm back from the swampy, farm land, motor inn livin' in a week. Hope to see you soon!!
true that! I haven't spoken to you for a while...I'm in an acrobatic theater company. It's called dynamo theater. We mostly do shows for young people. this year I've been to Toronto, Missoury, Vermont and few places in Quebec. that's pretty much it... so, how was your show?? :)
as I said to our lovely frenchy, I'm planning to come see you guys this summer... so see ya soon! :)
Hey, brotha! Have a fantasticly awesome record release show tonight. Wish I was there! I'm stuck at home write arrangements, nevertheless. Let's grab a beer soon... I want to hear all about the show! ethan
Hey Matt! I'm doing great - living in DC and about to start law school next fall. Looks like you have some exciting things happening! Love the songs on your page.
Hink - Sorry I can't be there tonight - I really wish I could. You know I'll be down here in Philly rooting for you, and I hope you have the bitchinist, most successful and fun night. Talk to you soon, bro.
Hey! I miss you too! you look great on your pics! I'm gonna think of you on wednesday,I'm sure you gonna rock!!! I can't whait to ear your album, after all my hand clap is on it, so it must bo good! ;) Life is good, I've been touring for few months now, and I realy like that. what about you?! please say Hi to everyone for me at the next open mic ok? :)
Hi! Congrats on the record release!!! I have a going away party I'm throwing for a coworker on the 19th so i can't make it but let me know how i get my claws on your CD!
