Introducing Matthew Stephen and his debut album…
SONGS
MUSIC VIDEO
The Fire
At 1:23 am on Saturday April 26, 1986 a catastrophic core explosion in reactor No. 4 at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine dispersed large quantities of radioactive materials and airborne isotopes into the atmosphere.
Widely recognized as the worst nuclear power accident in history the ramifications of this disaster changed the lives of hundreds of thousands for generations to come. This song tells the story and honors those who so bravely and anonymously fought “The Fire.”
ABOUT
HI I’m Matthew Stephen a singer songwriter from Virginia. When I started working on The Fire more than six years ago I had no idea what I was doing it was all alien to me. But I knew I wanted to write these songs. Along the way I was fortunate to meet dozens of great people some of whom helped me create and refine my own process. These are the people who became part of my team and brought me here to the completion of my debut album.
I’m a storyteller at heart. I draw inspiration from traveling to new places and meeting people off the beaten path. My goal is that each song tell a compelling story taking the listener into that time and place. Some of those places are good, some bad, some painful and in the case of The Fire terrifying.
I view songwriting as a challenge to create memorable and timeless music that can someday stand with the music of the artists I grew up idolizing.
My hope is that you’ll enjoy these songs as much as I enjoyed writing them. If something in any of my songs resonates with you or hits a chord write me and tell me. I’d love to know what you think.
INSIDE THE SONG
The Fire
Matthew Stephen takes you into his head explaining the inspiration and stories behind some of his songs.
Castles
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Perfect Lover
REVIEWS
“It’s rare, but every once in a while, I come across an artist that’s just undeniable. From the 1st listen Matthew was that for me. He has an iconic voice, but beyond that, he’s also a great songwriter. Artists that possess both of those qualities are in short supply. He’s also a great guy, and I think he’s going to do great things…”
John Seymour — Grammy Award Winner — Producer/Engineer/Mixer – Media 51
“Matthew Brown has an amazing voice and his song writing and lyrics are fantastic. I loved recording drums on his record because Matthew is authentic.”
Kenny Aronoff — World Class Drummer & Influential Keynote Speaker — “Voted Top 100 Greatest Drummers of All Time” — Rolling Stone Magazine
“I listen to a lot of music, a lot of singer-songwriters, and Matthew’s talent and creativity really got my attention. His voice and music tickle your ears and heart and make you think. We are made for friendship and togetherness and Matthew’s significant songs help us realize that we are all fellow passengers.”
Cerphe Colwell
Legendary rock radio personality & broadcaster
Author of ‘Cerphe’s Up: A Musical Life with Bruce Springsteen, Little Feat, Frank Zappa, Tom Waits, CSNY, and Many More.’ Carrel Books/Skyhorse Publishing