As Matisyahu explains, “the vocal and musical styles are drawn from many places in order to create my current sound, which cannot be categorized very easily.” Said to be a more organic fusion of sounds and styles, the album has a traditional live, analog feel as well as featuring more modern electronic elements.
This includes Matis’ longtime soul brother Aaron Dugan on guitars, Rob Marscher on keys, and and renowned drummer Mark Guiliana. Matisyahu also collaborated with guitarist Dave Holmes and drummer Joe Tomino of Dub Trio, as well musicians from the early years of his career.
Brooks, who has recorded with a slew of acts over his career, also plays as bassist and drummer of the Brooklyn based band, Dub Trio, the same group that backs Matisyahu on the road. Now, set to be released on June 3rd through Akeda Records and Elm City Music, for his fifth full-length studio album, Matisyahu has admittedly kept the production in-house, recording in Brooklyn, using the talents of Studio G’s Joel Hamilton (Pretty Lights, Dub Trio) and allowing Stu Brooks to step up as producers. Spark Seeker was a brave new studio album that allows the unique singer- songwriter to exploring uncharted territory. Later that year, in June, Matisyahu released Spark Seeker, his first album since his 2011 relocation from Brooklyn to Los Angeles, and a year in which the artist also shed his noteworthy appearance.
In our 2012 Most Anticipated Albums article, we discussed Matisyahu was hard at work on two new records. Known for his innovative blend of Reggae, Rock, Hip-Hop and traditional Jewish themes, Matisyahu has garnered critical mainstream acclaim and established an extensive fan base since his 2004 debut Shake off the Dust…Aris. Now Matisyahu has revealed the full details surrounding his new, record set to be released this summer. Earlier this year in the 2014 Most Anticipated Albums article, The Pier discussed Matisyahu’s forthcoming album, Akeda.
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