Matthew Moon EP release party at the Viper Room May 29

Matthew Moon celebrates the release of his new EP, titled My California at the Viper Room, 8852 W Sunset Blvd, W. Hollywood, CA 90069 on Thur., May 29, 2008. Showtime is at 8:30 pm and tickets are available at the door for $10.00. Also on the bill is Big Bang. For more information, call the Viper Room box office at 310-358-1881 or go to www.viperroom.com or www.myspace.com/matthewmoon.

Colorado native, MATTHEW MOON, currently hailing from Venice Beach, CA is quickly emerging as one of the freshest voices in the west. Moon’s “elastic” voice has been compared to an impressive list of artists from Paul McCartney and Freddie Mercury, to Ben Folds. His compelling live shows have helped him build a solid touring base in various regions of the country including NY, LA, San Francisco, Chicago and his native Colorado among others. He’s played the half time show at Mile High Stadium in Denver in front of 60,00 fans. He’s toured with Peter Frampton and the Doobie Brothers as well as shared the stage with the likes of Bonnie Raitt, Sheryl Crow, Jackson Browne, Huey Lewis and Warren Zevon. After seeing his set at California’s Del Mar Music Festival, Larry Richter from Eric Clapton’s management team called it “one of the best performances I’ve seen,” and then signed him to a management deal.

Matthew Moon has hit the ground running in 2008. Recently, at the Sundance Film Festival, Moon was asked to lead the band Velvet Revolver when lead singer Scott Weiland missed his flight from Miami. With only an hour to showtime, Moon began downloading lyrics onto his Blackberry on his way to the gig, where Paris Hilton, Cisco Adler, Donovan Leitch, and Lil Jon joined the fray as he took the stage. The experience led to much attention from both online blogs and print media including LA Weekly, Popbytes.com, Blabbermouth.net and Laist.com, causing his myspace page to explode over the following months. His hook-laden pop rock sound and buoyant spirit have continued to inspire new fans from around the world.

Additionally, a songwriting collaboration with Grammy-nominated recording artists Jesse Valenzuela (Gin Blossoms) and Danny Wilde (The Rembrandts) entitled “Don’t Change 4 Me” was selected to be the end cap (closing credits) song for the new summer release “Soccer Mom” featuring Emily Osment of Hannah Montana fame as well as actress Missi Pyle (Anchorman, Dodgeball). Moon will perform the song for the movie. This collaboration peaked the interest of Gin Blossoms’ lead singer Robin Wilson (“Hey Jealousy,” “Until I Hear It From You”) who contributed an inspired cameo on Moon’s upcoming single, “Hideaway,” one of the four tracks featured on his new EP. In January, Moon secured a sponsorship with Hyundai Motors, USA. To show their confidence, Matthew was presented with a Limited Edition 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, and will soon begin a marketing campaign with the automotive giant.

Moon’s four song EP, My California, is the heartfelt reflection of a soul in transition… the conflict of leaving the one’s you love to try and make a better life. The lead off track, “My California”, is an ode to Moon’s new home, and a girl that inspired him to make a change. The album’s second selection, “Drugstore Magazine”, beckons back to Moon’s acoustic roots, and features the country twang of Wallflower’s slide guitar player Ben Peeler. Thirdly, the pop-rock powerhouse “Hideaway,” is the perfect compliment to a day spent by the pool, sipping summertime lemonade, and hanging with friends. Lastly, the vibe-laden sounds of “More Than I Can Give,” were recorded at the House of Love in Laguna Beach, CA and were produced by well-known drummer/percussionist Wally Ingram, a member of Sheryl Crow’s touring band.

My California is a prelude to Moon’s upcoming CD, Postcards From Paradise, scheduled for release later this year. It is currently available on CDBaby.com and will be available on iTunes May 29.

Matthew’s band consisting of drummer Scott Kusmirek (Gin Blossoms), bassist Chevy Martinez and guitarist David Noble will accompany him at the Viper Room show.

www.myspace.com/matthewmoon.