Matt has been named "Best New Artist" by CD101.9 and Absolut Vodka.

Matt is currently in the studio working on his sophomore release entitled "This Time Around" scheduled for release later this year. He delivers funkier rhythms and several tracks with more urban undertones. While the new album still features his trademark soon-to-be-classic sound, there are several tracks with beats to get your blood pumping, fingers tapping and your feet contemplating the dance floor.

In the summer of 2001 Matt charmed Smooth Jazz fans with his independent debut release entitled "Preservation". He expertly blended jazz, pop, blues, and soul with hip rhythms and enticing melodies.

A Long Island, New York native, Matt Marshak knew at an early age guitar and music would be his life and passion. Initially blues and rock greats were his source of inspiration: Hendrix, BB king, Satriani were a great starting point to this young player. As he matured, he studied with NY teaching guitar guru Richard Rabatin who introduced him to the sounds of Larry Carlton, Robben Ford, Cornell Dupree, and George Benson. After meeting Larry Carlton at the Blue Note in Manhattan he knew instrumental jazz/smooth music was his calling.

His live shows have had considerable appeal to a wide market. Matt’s band features a rotating lineup of diverse players that represent a wide variety of cultures, musical disciplines and ages. As the Smooth Jazz market evolves and new outlets crop up around the country, crowds are becoming incredibly diverse. Young and old, black and white, men and women, the list goes on and on, everyone appreciates good live music. Armed with talent and versatility; Matt is equally engaging on a midday festival stage at or a dimly lit midtown club.

For more information on Matt Marshak, visit his website www.mattmarshak.com. Matt Marshak's CD "Preservation" is now available. Click here to order.