Singer/Songwriter
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A long-standing favorite in the DIY and folk punk scenes, singer-songwriter Matt Pless has been making an impression on music fans since he was first noticed singing at Occupy Wall Street. More folk than punk, Pless is an outsider among outsiders…his wild hair and lyrical finesse call to mind Dylan at his peak.
A fast-paced, energetic, live performer, he captivates audiences whether on stage in a solo/acoustic set or working with any number of band members. Matt Pless has independently released several albums, including 2022’s “Cheap Shots on the Rocks”, and has garnered a dedicated following across the US and beyond. His distinctive voice delivers songs addressing love, loss, and social observations with equal parts sincerity and irreverence. His music not only entertains but also provokes thought, encouraging the listener to reflect on the complexities of the modern world. With each new release, Matt Pless continues to evolve, offering a fresh perspective that stays with you long after the song has ended.
This year, Matt has been in the studio with legendary Bouncing Souls guitarist, Pete Steinkopf recording a new all acoustic album along with a more punk-forward, band EP. His latest single, “Troubled Times” is available for streaming or download at
mattpless.bandcamp.com.
Singer/Songwriter
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A long-standing favorite in the DIY and folk punk scenes, singer-songwriter Matt Pless has been making an impression on music fans since he was first noticed singing at Occupy Wall Street. More folk than punk, Pless is an outsider among outsiders…his wild hair and lyrical finesse call to mind Dylan at his peak.
A fast-paced, energetic, live performer, he captivates audiences whether on stage in a solo/acoustic set or working with any number of band members. Matt Pless has independently released several albums, including 2022’s “Cheap Shots on the Rocks”, and has garnered a dedicated following across the US and beyond. His distinctive voice delivers songs addressing love, loss, and social observations with equal parts sincerity and irreverence. His music not only entertains but also provokes thought, encouraging the listener to reflect on the complexities of the modern world. With each new release, Matt Pless continues to evolve, offering a fresh perspective that stays with you long after the song has ended.
This year, Matt has been in the studio with legendary Bouncing Souls guitarist, Pete Steinkopf recording a new all acoustic album along with a more punk-forward, band EP. His latest single, “Troubled Times” is available for streaming or download at
mattpless.bandcamp.com.
“Fiona Foxtail”
(recorded and mixed by Pete Steinkopf)
WHAT THEY SAY
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“Insanely brilliant lyrics, blended
with poppy, catchy acoustic guitar,
with the grit and aggression of punk.”
~ PUNKNEWS.ORG
“So, if you haven’t familiarized
yourself with Matt Pless yet, you
can thank me later … I say look no
further. Matt has been described as
today’s Bob Dylan, but [his] lyrics
[are] a step beyond.”
~ RADIORADIOX
“Pless’s words come across with
the delivery of a punk rock poet
laureate ... summoning visions of
Waits and Bukowski.”
~ GLIDEMAGAZINE
SHARING THE STAGE
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Fall Out Boy (2001)
Maroon 5 (2002)
All Time Low (2004)
Jeffrey Lewis (2019)
Will Wood (2022)
Days N Daze (2017)
Arlo Guthrie (2012)
Ani DiFranco (2019)
Bad Brains (2012)
Pat the Bunny (2014)
NOTABLE VENUES PLAYED
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9:30 Club (Washington DC)
Sony Hall (Manhattan, NY)
Lincoln Hall (Chicago, IL)
Meow Wolf (Denver, CO)
City Winery (Nashville, NYC)
Hawthorne Theatre (Portland, OR)
Ottobar (Baltimore, MD)
WHAT THEY SAY
_______________________________
“Insanely brilliant lyrics, blended
with poppy, catchy acoustic guitar,
with the grit and aggression of punk.”
~ PUNKNEWS.ORG
“So, if you haven’t familiarized
yourself with Matt Pless yet, you
can thank me later … I say look no
further. Matt has been described as
today’s Bob Dylan, but [his] lyrics
[are] a step beyond.”
~ RADIORADIOX
“Pless’s words come across with
the delivery of a punk rock poet
laureate ... summoning visions of
Waits and Bukowski.”
~ GLIDEMAGAZINE
SHARING THE STAGE
_______________________________
Fall Out Boy (2001)
Maroon 5 (2002)
All Time Low (2004)
Jeffrey Lewis (2019)
Will Wood (2022)
Days N Daze (2017)
Arlo Guthrie (2012)
Ani DiFranco (2019)
Bad Brains (2012)
Pat the Bunny (2014)
NOTABLE VENUES PLAYED
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9:30 Club (Washington DC)
Sony Hall (Manhattan, NY)
Lincoln Hall (Chicago, IL)
Meow Wolf (Denver, CO)
City Winery (Nashville, NYC)
Hawthorne Theatre (Portland, OR)
Ottobar (Baltimore, MD)
CONTACT
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social: @MattPlessMusic
mattpless.com • mattplessmusic@hotmail.com • social: @MattPlessMusic