Matt Haze is a rising young talent in the music world, having performed with Lady Gaga, Stanley Clarke, Kimbra, Solange Knowles, Doug E Fresh, Jesse McCartney, SoMo and others. After winning numerous awards in music competitions, Matt attended the University of Southern California where he studied under jazz great, Joe Diorio. His endeavors as a songwriter, bandleader, and versatility in multiple genres have gained exceptional notoriety.
In 2008 Matt began touring with Solange Knowles, the sister of Beyoncè Knowles. In support of Solange he has made numerous television appearances including the Late Show with David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Tyra Banks, the Today Show, the Early Show, The View, MTV’s TRL, CBS Fashion Rocks, the World Music Awards, Dick Clark New Year’s Eve Party, the Jools Holland Show, and more.
He appeared in three of Solange’s music videos including the singles “Sandcastle Disco” and “I Decided” (2008 Geffen/Interscope) which reached #1 on the R&B Billboard Charts. In October of 2008 Solange and the Hadley Street Dreams joined Alicia Keys in support of her European tour, and in the Spring of 09 joined Estelle in a U.S. tour.
Matt steadily grew his credits as he backed up Lady Gaga on the Tonight Show and American Idol, showcasing the hits “Just Dance” and "Poker Face". He also appeared on academy award nominee Terrence Howard’s debut CD, “Shine Through It” (Sony, 2008). Most recently Matt has been touring with Platinum selling Pop/R&B artist, SoMo.
As a band leader (singer and guitarist) Matt has released 3 records as a modern jazz artist and just released his first rock album with his new group- GENERATION MAZE. GM just released a 3 year Music Film project called “Mind Choke Hold” in collaboration with Director/VFX supervisor, Slavik Anishchenko.
“Brilliant musician! He will make it to the top”
-Phil Upchurch (legendary jazz guitarist)
“A killer musician with great instincts”
-Matthew Selby (Music Director/Producer- Disney)
“Funkiest white boy I know!”
-Kim Burse (Creative Music Director- Beyoncè)
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