Matthew Smith
Matthew Smith is an Atlanta native who has been actively playing in the local music scene since 1993. Starting out as lead guitarist and background vocalist for an alternative rock band, he soon discovered the joys of songwriting and began performing original folk songs with various projects. He emerged in 2000 as a solo artist with a vast catalog of original music running the gamut from folk to rock to experimental pop. In 2001, he released his first CD, A Progression of Sorts, to rave reviews from both fans and critics alike. He is actively working on two new CDs under the name Number 99. Matthew performs extensively throughout the Southeast as an original artist and a backup musician for various bands, as well as a performer of cover songs.