Matt Maye
Halfway There
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Insightful lyrics and carefully crafted melodies come together in a singular expression of what it means to be alive. Through his music Matt Maye gives form to the love and loss we experience as well as the hope that keeps us going.
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"Matt Maye is a refreshing new artist who possesses many of the qualities that made those who came before him so special while at the same time maintaining his own unique sound."
- Marcy Drexler, VP Smoking Caterpillar Music
"Matt Maye's "Halfway There" CD gives hope that great
songwriting is still alive and well. His vocal and guitar playing shine on songs such as "Nothing Left To Say" and "Don't Let Me Go". Already, Matt Maye is a staple on our radio show. Can't wait to see him on tour."
- Joe Kelley WVOF Fairfield, CT
"Matt Maye's music bears the stamp of his personality as an artist. It's confident, comfortable, and a good listen."
- Cliff Goldmacher, Songwriter/Producer
Matt Maye is a talented young singer-songwriter whose songs reflect remarkable honesty and truth. His insightful lyrics and carefully crafted melodies come together in a singular expression of what it means to be alive. Through his music he gives form to the love and loss we experience as well as the hope that keeps us going. Maye's sincere vocals and guitar playing seem to effortlessly reach his audience through the universal appeal of his songs. He is tangible proof of music as it is meant to be: emotional, powerful, and transforming.
At an early age Matt was exposed to a wide variety of music from the classical music and opera that his mother played to the rock and roll that his father listened to. As Matt matured, his musical tastes expanded and he was soon discovering the many creative possibilities that music presents. It was only a matter of time before he started to write his own songs.
While he was a teenager, Matt began to teach himself the guitar. Armed with some old folk music piano books and a guitar chord chart he quickly developed an understanding of the instrument. Soon he was playing along with his parents' records in the basement of their home. However, his drive to learn the guitar was still not satisfied. He immersed himself in music theory with books from the local guitar shop and took lessons whenever he could. As his abilities grew, Matt found himself compelled not only to play the music that already existed, but to create his own.
Now, with the release of his debut album, Matt Maye is poised to make his own mark on the music world. Halfway There is a 5 song EP that expresses with remarkable precision emotions which we have all experienced. From the unapologetic defiance of the first track, "Nothing Left To Say", to the impassioned plea of "Alone With You", and the beautiful sadness of a relationship clouded in ambiguity on "Don't Let Me Go", Halfway There is an album that transcends categorization. It is a compelling introduction to a unique artist who doesn't disappoint.
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Fast paced and tender this Album is a must
author: Allan Meek, Studio Emander, Cork, Republic of IrelandSet among many different scenes this Album from Matt Maye offers up it's soul to the listener in a way that is rare in todays music world. With honesty and melodic interchange this collection of songs stands out like a beacon of lyrical truth and imagination against a backdrop of steady beats and priceless melody. His songs are descriptive and relevant. From the meaty kick of the opening track 'Nothing left to say' to the dark and often seedy world of 'Sweet Antonina' Matt leaves us transfixed and gratefull for the journey we have just been on. This is an Album i would highly recomend to anyone who wants honesty and imagination in the lyrics they listen to.
I listen to it almost everyday.
author: RoseI've been listening to this CD just about everyday since I got it...Matt Maye creates great music and writes great lyrics as well.
This is a great CD!
author: DaveThis is a really great CD! I've heard Matt Maye play before and picked up a copy of Halfway There as soon as I could. It captures the emotion of his live performances and has some very memorable songs on it. I don't even think I've taken it out of my CD player since I bought it!