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Since first emerging on the international stage in 2005, Matisyahu has established a reputation for following his muse—from the stripped-down roots reggae of the gold-certified Live at Stubb’s to the trippy ministrations of Youth to the polished pop eclecticism of Light. Then, in 2010, he returned to the venerable Austin venue that introduced him for Live at Stubb’s II, demonstrating that all those travels had somehow only strengthened his connection to his musical bedrock. It was a whirlwind half-decade journey, one that earned Matisyahu a place in pop culture at large.

 

And it was only the beginning.

 

Now based with his family in Los Angeles, Matisyahu blasts off yet again with Spark Seeker, a bold new studio album that finds the one-of-a-kind vocalist and songwriter exploring uncharted territory with help from an expansive cast of collaborators. “My musical tastes are all over the board,” he says in reference to a record that mixes ancient traditional sounds with futuristic electro beats, rapping with singing, songs of the spirit with songs of the body. “And, besides, my music has never been about the outer garment. It’s about searching out inspiration wherever it lies. This album is about seeking that spark within.”

 

Outer garments, of course, long defined Matisyahu in the eyes of many. “I was the Hasidic reggae superstar,” he says with a knowing laugh. So when Matisyahu took to Twitter in late 2011 to post a picture of himself with his new look, he did it with a certain amount of relief. “It just felt good to sort of restart everything,” he says, adding that the transformation actualized one of the central themes of Spark Seeker: the impermanence of the physical form. “The spark seeker digs for truth and meaning and is willing to let go of everything to find it. He’s honest and authentic with himself and lives life from the inside out. He creates music from the depths and doesn’t worry about what category it or he fits into.”

“We live in a world where people tend to think in extremes and categorize with ultimate statements,” Matisyahu says. “While it’s true that at one point it would’ve been pretty accurate to describe me as Hasidic reggae, for most of my career my music has been a blend, a mixture.”

For Spark Seeker—not just a collection of random tracks, but a complete piece of work made with one producer—Matisyahu spent a year recording with Koool Kojak (Nicki Minaj, Travis Barker, Ke$ha) at the latter’s home studio in L.A. Then the pair went to Israel with an open slate. “We booked a studio there and invited various friends and musicians—including Zohar Fresco, Daniel Zamir, Ravid Kahalani and rapper Shyne—to come and simply play music,” Matisyahu says. “We began to blend all of this live instrumentation to create a unique record, made by multi-faceted human beings who have many sides and many sources of inspiration.”

The result reflects that wide array of voices and experiences. In the hard-hitting “Live Like A Warrior” Matisyahu describes feelings of frustration and desperation, while lead single “Sunshine” rides what might be the most uplifting groove in his catalog; elsewhere, “Searchin’” pairs a gritty digital-dancehall beat with chanted lyrics and “I Believe in Love” exemplifies the album’s deep melodic streak. Throughout Spark Seeker you can hear Matisyahu embodying the album’s title—and embracing its humble promise. The album has a depth to it as well as a lightness, which alludes to the most essential theme of the record--that everything in life, especially music, exists in mixtures and blends.  “Things are not as black and white as we would like to think.  Not everything can be oversimplified," says Matisyahu.

“This is definitely pushing the boundaries of what I’ve done before,” he acknowledges. “It’s a new kind of record for me.” At this point we’d expect nothing less.

Reviews

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 1087 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great time

    by Jay on 3/27/24Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia - Philadelphia

    The show was incredible. Great volume and positive atmosphere made the evening.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    So glad I could catch Matisyahu

    by Shmuel on 3/24/24

    Great venue. Amazing show. Matisyahu’s love for music, Israel, and for all humanity was palpable. Not seeing him is a mistake. Go and groove whenever and wherever you can. If you don’t know go to his YouTube channel and chill.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Intense show

    by L.E. on 3/23/249:30 CLUB - Washington

    Artist and audience had a great connection. Crowd was into the show.

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Disappointed

    by Mr. Particular on 3/23/249:30 CLUB - Washington

    Big Matisyahu fan but disappointed in show. Did not enjoy the opening act at all. There was an issue with the sound and after about 30 minutes they took a break so that could be figured out. Waited about 10 minutes and left. I don't recall ever leaving a show early before.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Best Matis show yet

    by Beautiful... on 3/23/24Paradise Rock Club presented by Citizens - Boston

    This was a very beautiful and emotional experience. Matis displayed pictures of some of the Israeli hostages and spoke on the hope of their release. He highlighted his son's up and coming music career and he even preformed! I was fortunate enough to have met Matis right before the show started so, I couldn't have been happier. He's such a wonderful man. He is a treasure to our world, especially in these turbulent times. He is a wonderful role model for sure!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    MATISYAHU @ PARSDISE BOSON,MA

    by Bosstone on 3/19/24Paradise Rock Club presented by Citizens - Boston

    This is probably the 3rd time I have seen Matisyahu, the last time being easily 10yrs ago. I brought a friend who is big into EDM, but we have a connection with this type of music. MATISYAHU, as I've already told a few ppl since show, was Amazing! The band..Amazing! Sound quality at Paradise was pretty awesome as well! He's just a incredibly talent musician and he delivers a positive message always. I had goosebumps during a cpl of songs. I knew I would like the show, and always listen to him anyway, buy I really wasn't expecting to be as impressed as I was. And my friend..nothing feels better than to introduce a friend to music/artist and just see the smile and utter joy on their face when you look over, and to have them say more than once.."I just can't get over how good they sound!"Fantastic show. I recommend anyone go check them out. Doesn't matter what your "genre"is, if you want to be at a live event and experience everyone in the room on your level and just be so happy to be there. Check Matisyahu out next time they are in your area!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing experience

    by Cat on 3/19/24Paradise Rock Club presented by Citizens - Boston

    He sounded great! I love small venues because they make everything feel much more personal. The vibe was fun and chill at the same time. The concert was everything I was hoping for.

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Wildly Disappointed

    by JP on 3/19/24Paradise Rock Club presented by Citizens - Boston

    Have been to dozens, if not hundreds of shows in my life and hate to say this was the most disappointing. Music quality was fine, enjoyed the songs we heard Matisyahu perform but the issue was getting him on stage to actually play. There was over an hour wait in between opener and Matisyahu, strange considering there was no additional setup needed since the opening band was the same performing with him. Then after a few songs he brought his son on stage to play a couple of his own original songs. Not who we paid to see and everyone around us shared similar sentiments of preferring to see the show we bought tickets for and not his son's lackluster music. Immediately following that, Matisyahu walked off stage mid song and left the band to figure things out. By this time, it was past 10:30 and waiting over 15 minutes for him to come back, we just left. Not sure what was going on but certainly did not enjoy the show.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Matisyahu is a magnificent and amazing performer

    by Jason on 3/18/24State Theatre - Portland

    I brought one of my sons and daughter to see Matisyahu again here in Maine, the first time was in Waterville, at the Opera House and this time around it was in Portland, at the State Theatre, and he has such a great vibe and such potent lyrics and messages! We got in on the preshow soundchecks for both shows and it really is a treat to be able to be intimate with Matis and his crew. When he returns back to Maine again, I will be there to support him! Thanks Ticketmaster for making all these great shows available! Big up! Bless up! ❤️💛💚🙏

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing

    by Jen on 3/18/24Blue Ocean Music Hall - Salisbury

    Best concert I have ever gone to. Matisyahu is amazing and beyond spiritual. He is a wonderful presence to be in!