About Herman Matthews
Born 1960. Herman Matthews is an American composer, jazz musician, drummer, musician and percussionist.
Herman Matthews (born December 28, 1960) is an American drummer and composer. Matthews works as a session and touring musician, most notably for Tower of Power, Kenny Loggins and toured with Tom Jones for more than 7 years. He began playing drums at the age of seven and has been the backbone of world-class pop, rock, jazz, soul, R&B and funk bands for nearly thirty years.
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Who is Herman Matthews?
American drummer and composer
When was Herman Matthews born?
Herman Matthews was born on 28 December 1960 in Houston.
What is Herman Matthews's occupation?
Herman Matthews is a composer, jazz musician, drummer, musician and percussionist.
What nationality is Herman Matthews?
Herman Matthews is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Herman Matthews. https://biography.guide/herman-matthews/
MLA: "Herman Matthews." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/herman-matthews/.
Chicago: "Herman Matthews." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/herman-matthews/.
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