MATT CUTILLO: DEATH OF A MUSICIAN

MATT CUTILLO

DEATH OF A MUSICIAN

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alternative indie powerpop with esoteric overtones reminiscent of Elvis Costello, Foo Fighters, Bruce Springsteen & John Frusciante solo - punk, modern and southern rock are all in the mix -

tracks

1 mystery of life
2 long division
3 mountainside
4 a place I like
5 open road
6 do it again
7 I surrender
8 ready
9 imperfect heaven
10 my dolores
11 it's alright
12 the mirror
13 white boat

notes

Matt Cutillo has been a musician since his birth in 1972. There is a picture on www.mattcutillo.com of matt with a guitar in his hands - at 1 1/2 years old. Matt's big brother John played Billy Joel and Mozart, Elton John and Dionne Warwick on the piano for him - which remains the first and most powerful influence on him other than neighbor/drummer Pete Lazos and the band KISS - who captured Matthew's attention around age 2 - along with the Who and the Coaster's 'Charlie Brown' and the Fonz from the TV series Happy Days. "Cool," the little guy thought to himself - and started playing with big brother's piano and acoustic guitar with 3 strings on it...then came favorites the Police and Skynyrd. The B52's and Hall & Oates were bearing heavily on the tiny little guy from Massapequa, Long Island.

At 11 he joins his first band and covers Motley Crue, Ozzy and Iron Maiden on bass. This goes on for the next 4 years - more various bands - into new wave and hard rock. Singing lead, background, playing guitar, lead, rhythm - anything to keep the music going he forges through unknown terrain constantly to keep busy. College bands in Nassau Community College, Oswego State University and then:
touring Germany from 1994 to 2003 he plays in round 22 bands in those formative 10 years - bubble gum, metal, elevator, disco, surf - anything to pay bills...

When Matt returned from 10 years in Germany to his roots on Long Island in 2003 he realized so much had changed. There began the end of his former existance as he knew it. Relearning guitar and bass from the fingerpicking standpoint and teaching himself drums and keys - notes and all, this is the sum of the parts of 34 years of being a musician.

The days of doing things 'just for the money' are over. No more talent shows, circus acts or cover gigs in zoot suits. Just pure honest alternative rock with many audible influences.

Death of a Musician is about the change from musician to artist - the new beginning that only endings can give way to. Death is not a frightful, horrible thing - for without it there would be no change. For without it there would be no way for new life. This CD is dedicated to Gramps Symkowski and his peaceful passing in 2006.

Catchy acoustic numbers and introspective, pensive songs line the path down this album...from track 1 : "Mystery of Life" to track 13 "White Boat" the listener is treated with beautiful pristine sound quality and one artist on all instruments except saxes, which are played by COOP STUDIOS studio engineer/musicman-extraordinaire Chris "Crispy Chicken" Laybourne also of Massapequa, LI.
email:COOPSTUSIOS@AIM.COM)
WWW.MATTCUTILLO.COM

Every song has been penned and extensively worked for you with care. Enjoy!

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  • "Death Of A Musician is a revelation..."
    author: Syl Nathan

    Death Of A Musician is a revelation, the kind of album that jumps up and grabs you when you expected nothing at all. The wordplay is just gorgeous and very personal; from “OPEN ROAD”: “I was looking for an open road/I found it in my room.” If you can’t relate to that, you probably thought your high school principal was the coolest guy you ever met. Cutillo is an intriguing, original, and quirky artist, and in this region, that’s saying a mouthful.

  • A beautiful piece of work.
    author: Craig Rotolo

    This disc is chock full of warm harmonies, melodic counterpoints and artistic inflections. Some songs are deep and moving while others are breezy like a sundress. Together they form a lovely cohesive unit - you'll have this CD in your player for awhile. The sound quality and instrumentation are pristine. Fine work by a talented musician!

  • Talented guy with tons of style!
    author: Peter Lazos

    This music comes from Matt's soul and it is completely evident. Great stuff with tons of character. Creative lyrics and cool hooks. Pick it up, It is a must!

  • power and grace in an excellent ballance
    author: juergen ufer

    i know matt from his time in germany,and i nicknamed him 'mr overdrive'.his energy was breathtaking and sometimes a bit too much. on this album,he manages to combine this natural power with the wisdom of a man who spent a lot of years on the road and who learned his craft. beautiful songs with a beat.my favourite is track 5:'open road'

  • totally awesome!!
    author: mary bond

    i absolutely enjoy all of matt's music...i can not start my day until i hear him sing...he is the best!!

  • mC makes you search your soul
    author: jay z

    Death of a Musician made me take a good look at myself and how I undertake an often overlooked view of the world. The lyrics are powerful and the music reaches deep inside of you. I've found it best enjoyed as a compliment to a sunrise. I'm not a musician. I judge music on how it makes me feel. Under the right frame of mind, Death of a Musician can bring you to a higher plane of consciousness. Enjoy jz

  • author: Susi

    Splendid !

  • The lasting effect of Matt Cutillo's music leaves the listener craving more
    author: Victoria Weaver, Bryan Farrish Radio

    It's clear Matt Cutillo can sing. His powerful lyrics are delivered with ease and are accompanied by instrumentation that brings a strong cohesiveness. The lasting effect of Matt Cutillo's music leaves the listener craving more. 2. Long Division- inspiring lyrics, great musical instrumentation 7. I Surrender- brings to mind Johnny Cash with great guitar harmony work 11. It's Alright- great vocal melody, awesome guitar riffs Thanks!

  • doam rocks!
    author: U. G. Gruenewald

    Hi, I' Uli from Germany and I know Matt for so many years now. Also I've known his music and his bandprojects all over the years. As I followed his way as musician, I always liked the music he played so far, but DOAM are just his masterpieces. GO FOR IT, it's worth it.

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