Matthew Stevens

Matthew Stevens (born 1982) is a Canadian jazz guitarist and composer. Terri Lyne Carrington, and Esperanza Spalding.

Regarded to be one of the "most exciting up-and-coming jazz guitarists" in his generation, Stevens was placed in the Rising Star Guitar Category of the 63rd Annual DownBeat Critics Poll. His performances have been esteemed by numerous publications including Down Beat, NPR, Jazz Times, Billboard, and The New York Times.

His debut album as a leader, Woodwork, received stellar reviews from critics including Down Beat, All About Jazz, and the Ottawa Citizen. LA Weekly describes the album as "an amalgamation of modern jazz and neo-fusion elements which showcase ... sonic versatility and savvy producing chops".

Stevens has toured extensively in the US, Canada, Europe, Asia, South Africa, and South America. He is also a member of the adjunct faculty at the New School and has taught workshops at the Maryland Summer Jazz Workshop, USC, and Berklee College of Music.

Stevens currently resides in New York City, New York.

Discography

As a leader Woodwork (Whirlwind), 2015) Preverbal (Ropeadope, 2017) Pittsburgh (Whirlwind), 2021)

As a sideman