Matisyahu
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For the 2nd-century BCE Jewish high priest of the Maccabees, see Mattathias.
Matthew Paul Miller (born June 30, 1979),[2] [3]known by his stage name Matisyahu (/ˌmɑːtɪsˈjɑːhuː/; מתתיהו), is an American reggae singer, rapper, beatboxer, and musician.
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Birth name | Matthew Paul Miller |
Born | (1979-06-30) June 30, 1979 (age 44) West Chester, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Origin | White Plains, New York, U.S. |
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Years active | 2000–present |
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Website | matisyahuworld |
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Known for blending spiritual themes with reggae, rock and hip hop beatboxing sounds, Matisyahu's 2005 single "King Without a Crown" was a Top 40 hit in the United States.[4] Since 2004, he has released seven studio albums as well as five live albums, two remix CDs and two DVDs featuring live concerts. Throughout his career, Matisyahu has worked with Bill Laswell and reggae producers Sly & Robbie and Kool Kojak. He has also appeared as an actor in films.