Matisyahu

Alternative rock, Musical Artist

1979 –

55

Who is Matisyahu?

Matthew Paul Miller, known by his Hebrew name and stage name Matisyahu, is an American reggae and alternative rock musician.

Known for blending traditional Jewish themes with reggae, rock and hip hop beatboxing sounds, Matisyahu's 2005 single "King Without a Crown" was a Top 40 hit in the United States. Since 2004, he has released four studio albums as well as two live albums, two remix CDs and two DVDs featuring live concerts. In addition, Matisyahu played the role of Tzadok in The Possession, a supernatural horror film directed by Ole Bornedal and co-produced by Sam Raimi. Through his career, Matisyahu has worked with Bill Laswell reggae producers Sly & Robbie, and Kool Kojak.

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Born
Jun 30, 1979
West Chester
Also known as
  • Matisyahu Miller
  • Matthew Miller
  • Matthew Paul Miller
  • The Hasidic Reggae Superstar
  • MC Truth
Spouses
Children
Ethnicity
  • Jewish people
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • The New School
  • Hadar Hatorah
Lived in
  • White Plains

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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