IMMEDIATE RELEASE To: All Media Outlets August 21, 2009 Contact: Nathan R. Small Phone: 518-369-8328 E-Mail: nsmall@matthewedralin.com
“Hey Lover,” “Do Me Again”; Stephanie Mills’ “(You’re Putting) A Rush on Me. Laurence and Jackson attended school and church together in Harlem, NY at the White Rock Baptist Church. Laurence and Jackson also performed in New York-area clubs, and then started to grow their career onwards and upwards. Other artists Laurence has worked with include: former Broadway star and hit recording artist Stephanie Mills, and Lillo Thomas. Media Press Release
MEDIA ALERT Music Producer Paul Laurence to Unveil New Artist Matthew Edralin with single Single Release Date: September 9, 2009 Los Angeles, CA -- Platinum-selling songwriter/producer Paul Laurence is releasing his latest artist Matthew Edralin to the public. After a brief hiatus, Laurence is ready for the release of the artist Matthew Edralin and his new song ‘Keep It Movin’ which will be released September 9, 2009. At 12:00am 9/9/09, the single will be released for free to the public for a full twenty-four hours at www.matthewedralin.com Among Laurence’s many credentials he has had seven number one R&B hits including: Freddie Jackson’s “Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake), “Jam Tonight,” “Tasty Lover,”
Edralin is originally from Detroit, Michigan. He was surrounded by music at a very young age. He originally knew that his life and passion was going to be music. He learned this at a when he was in grade school and competing in competions and concerts. When talking about current influences he enjoys Edralin explains, “Jimmy Jam and Teddy Riley are great!” “The way they have been able to craft their music is incredible!” Edralin continues to say that, “The aesthetics of their music is what makes me want to be the artist that I am today.” “Everything that one creates should move people to feel something. Laugh, cry, dance, contemplate, become stronger or come to a decision about something in their own lives. The best art is the kind that translates life.” “I love music and can’t wait for others to here my music and love it the way I do!” For further information and download info, please visit the website at www.matthewedralin.com
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A singer/songwriter whose lyrics and melodies are as thoughtful and dynamic as the artist himself, Matthew Edralin is constantly capturing the attention of music lovers everywhere. With the ability to quiet any room with his soulful and magnetic voice. You can close your eyes, listen and sense Matthew is transcending the boundaries of soul, pop, and old-school R&B with the release of the much-anticipated single “Keep it Movin.” “I like to pull from modern and classic elements, to create music that provoke feelings that inspires people” says Matthew. Matthew is working with famed songwriter, producer Paul Laurence, known for taking artist like Freddie Jackson, Evelyn King, Lillo Thomas and Melba Moore to their fullest potential. “I’m excited about the opportunity to work with Paul. He understands how to work with vocalists. What he’s drawn out of me on the single is amazing” explains Edralin. “He’s able to push me vocally and find what is profound in me”. Matthew is originally from Fresno, California. Surrounded by music at a very young age, he knew that his life and passion was going to be music. His mother, a classically trained opera singer, and his father, a minister, helped influence his sound. At age 4, he was taught to play a piano piece from Chopin, winning him a local competition. By the age of 10, he was already writing ballads and recording music on his own. Not only classically trained in piano,
Matthew is a vocalist and dynamic drummer revealing his own unique internal beat. Even while moving from different cities as a kid, Matthew kept focused on his music. While living in Detroit, he studied at the prestigious Clark Conservatory of Music. There he started to work with ballads folding into jazzy/rock instrumentals. Matthew was also influenced by Gospel music.“I would sing the classic hymn (Old Rugged Cross) and add my own twist to it”. Once returning to California, Matthew attended Hollywood High School. Upon graduation, he was chosen by his class to sing at the famous Hollywood Bowl, packing the entire concert venue – a future glimpse of his destiny. “It’s a blessing that I get to do this everyday, as much as I like. I have experienced many emotions in my life; there is not a lot I haven’t felt. So, my goal is to use my music is to connect with people and their emotions”.
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