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Justin Kolb: Prior to forming Matter, Justin graduated from Berklee College of Music and studied under Jon Finn, Norman Zocher and Bret Wilmott. For several years he played in a successful group called Planet Purpose. Throughout college he also participated in many other side projects and studio sessions in the Boston area. His experience and clever musical arrangements have enabled him to become an excellent bandleader. Currently he works at Ibanez as the electronic repair technician. Jonathan Kolb: Jon has always had a strong interest in music. He originally started out playing the rhythm guitar but he soon found the bass to be his true calling. His song writing abilities and profound lyrics create an elaborate combination, which has a stylish influence on the group's vibrant sound. In the past he has promoted and organized several concert productions, in which he has utilized his innovative "video feedback" and his talents for operating light shows. His creativity is an essential ingredient to Matter's stage presence. Nicholas Scurria: Nick became serious about playing percussion in high school. He started out playing congas and gradually progressed to playing obscure instruments like the frame drum and the udu. It was no surprise when he easily transferred his knowledge of percussion to the traps. Although he graduated from Drexel University as an Electrical Engineer, he minored in music and never lost focus of his strong passion for drumming. He studied at Settlement music for a year and he is presently studying with jazz extraordinaire, Craig McIver. |