Matt Beilis

Singer-Songwriter Matt Beilis Tells the Story of a Childhood Sweetheart in "Perfect for Me" Video - People Magazine

Hold the phone … Matt Beilis‘ new single “Dial Tone” is finally here, and RyanSeacrest.com has the exclusive premiere!

Dive into the New Yorker’s iPhone and watch his triumphant, heartbreaking ballad come to life in a visually captivating lyric video! The creative clip uses text message, Google search, and a variety of iPhone apps to display his foot-tapping lyrics.

The newly released track opens with an electrifying violin solo accompanied by a soothing piano rhythm as he sings his catchy hook, ”It cost too much for me to / run from us / it’s your turn to f**k it up / it’s your turn to hang it up first / so I’m staying on the phone / waiting for the dial tone.”

In case you’ve been “disconnected,” the singer-songwriter began his career as a YouTuber, using his distinct voice to cover his favorite tracks including Jay Z‘s “Holy Grail” and Justin Timberlake‘s “Mirrors.” With just him and his ivory keys, the pianist immediately became an Internet sensation, receiving hundreds and then thousands of hits and adoring subscribers.

Like what you hear? You can purchase Matt’s music on iTunes!

For more information, follow Matt Beilis on Twitter and like him on Facebook
- See more at: http://www.ryanseacrest.com/2013/09/16/dial-tone/#sthash.LCJ8i4k6.dpuf - RyanSeacrest.com

Matt sings Drops of Jupiter on NBC's primetime summer hit show "The Winner Is." - NBC

"He's got a Cool voice RT @elee0710: THIS GUY DESERVES TO BE RECOGNIZED!!! matt beilis. http://youtu.be/LIyH_asZdvY"

-- Ashton Kutcher, August 6, 2010 - Twitter

"Check out this dope cover of My New single.. Go get um Matt! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsL1eKJv7Qo"

-- Bruno Mars, July 22, 2010 - Twitter

Audio interview... - A Teen View

Matt Beilis, a New York singer-songwriter, is trying to do what so many of us spend all day dreaming about. I’m talking about ditching the 9-5 office job, getting a band together, putting out an album, and making it as a musician. It’s a daunting task, no doubt, and that’s why most of us are too scared to take the first step into making fantasies a reality. (That and the fact that most of us couldn’t play the freakin’ triangle if our lives depended on it).

But Mr. Beilis certainly has talent, and his desire to follow his passion has now resulted in the tangible product that is his debut album, Can’t Help But Wonder.

But that’s all Hallmark-style back story. What’s really important is the music.

In fact, the first thing that jumped out at me when listening to this record was how well produced it is. You’d never guess that this is the debut album from an unsigned act. Matt did a lot of the production work on it himself, so kudos for that.

The music itself is extremely reminiscent of Maroon 5 and their style of neo-soul adult pop rock with hints of hip-hop drum patterns. You know, the kind of music that high school and college girls go wild for. The major difference is Matt’s voice. Whereas Adam Levine utilizes a rather feminine sound, Matt’s got a distinctly masculine edge to his voice, which can be hard to pull of in this style of music. - Suds On Bleeker

Review of Britney Spears YouTube video - BritneySpears.Hollywood.Com

Hi Matt, How are you doing? Its great to finally have you on YHP.
Thanks for having me.
Before we jump into the interview, could you quickly the YHP readers some background information about yourself?
I’m a singer songwriter and piano player. I play mostly pop / rock with a hint of R&B. You may have seen my YouTube videos!
So how did you get into music? what your story?
Well, I started playing piano when I was about 3 and a half. My parents had an old upright piano at home, and when I sat down at it, they said I touched it really lightly and carefully, so they thought I might have some innate talent. They took a chance and threw me right into piano lessons.
I ended up taking lessons for about 15 years. It wasn’t until later in high school, though, that I thought I’d try my hand at singing and writing songs (mostly because I thought it would get girls). I ended up falling in love with the process and the result so I haven’t stopped since.
So you graduated from columbia studying Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, how was the whole college experience? did you use it as an outlet for your music whilst studying?
The college experience was a lot of fun for me, but somewhat confusing goal-wise. Originally when I was applying to go to colleges, I thought to myself that I’d never want to major in music because then I’d have no outlet when I’m stressed with school work.
Not to mention, it would be incredibly hard to making a living from that . It ended up that while I was there, music was all I wanted to do. My major ended up evolving into a backup plan, rather than THE plan. I knew that I was meant to follow this dream.
So are you focusing on your music full-time at the moment?
I am focusing on my music more than full-time now. I’m really passionate about succeeding in music, and it’s the kind of “job” that never really feels like work anyway. My job is called “playing.”
So what are currently up to at the moment?
I’m focusing on writing and producing new music for my next album and also for other artists. I’m also writing a song with producer / DJ Justin Michael to be released on Ultra Records (DeadMau5, Tiesto) early next year.
How competitive is it trying to make a singer-songwriter in new york?
New York is probably the most competitive place to go into entertainment. Everyone here is an actor or musician. But, it’s also the best place to try to get seen as a musician. It’s kind of a catch-22. It definitely makes you step up your game.
Bruno Mars tweeted your cover of Just The Way You Are, how did you feel? Its almost half a million hits so far? I noticed you getting some love from ashton kutcher and a member of the marron 5?
I’m a huge fan of Bruno Mars. He’s a brilliant songwriter and singer. I was absolutely floored when he reached out to complement my cover of HIS song. It has well over a half-million views now. It was also incredible for me to find out that Maroon 5, who I’ve been a huge fan of since the beginning, was a fan of mine.
Then, when I heard that Ashton Tweeted my videos and it threw me over the top. To me, it’s like the ultimate validation that I’m doing what I should be, and it makes me that much more passionate about pushing further.
I found out recently that Christina Perri, who I covered on YouTube, also had my cover on her homepage. It’s unreal to me that these people who I read about, listen to, and see on TV are reaching out to me to let me know how they feel about my work.
How has the journey been so far, the support?
It’s been incredible so far. My fans are absolutely amazing and so supportive. I would NOT be where I am today without such passionate people behind me.
Where do you record all your videos on youtube? what location is that? what piano do you use?
I actually get this question from a lot of people. Well, I’ve never formally told anyone, but people are bound to find out sooner or later. It’s actually a piano showroom in midtown. The owners of that showroom are incredibly supportive of me and my music.
As it turns out, they have some of the best pianos in the world, so it’s really an amazing opportunity they’ve given me. I think my favorite piano to record on is a Mason & Hamlin piano. They have the biggest sound and complement my vocals.
You got that soothing voice of soul meeting hip-hop grooves with the soft rock twist to it? what do you think? did i get it right?
I’ll take it! My voice is kind of like Bruce Springsteen meets Gavin DeGraw.
What style of music would you say you produce?
My music is definitely pop rock but it does have some hints of R&B to it. I like the way that hip hop and R&B immediately make you move to the music, so I try to incorporate that feel into mine.
Anyways let talks about your new album CAN’T HELP BUT WONDER, what was the inspiration behind it? what has the feedback been like?
The title comes from the decision I made to take that leap of faith and make music my career. It is, by far, the hardest thing I’ve - Your Hidden Potential

New York musician Matt Beilis added to the voltage with his performance at noon on Friday in the HUB, continuing the Student Programming Association’s weekly Noontime Concert Series. Beilis and his supporting cast did not disappoint a fluctuating crowd of lunch-goers and passers-by. Looking around before the start of the show, I was a little disappointed that the audience was half comprised of SPA organizers. However, the attendance grew rapidly after the band’s lengthy and meticulous sound-check—an unfortunate side effect of the HUB’s open acoustics. Perhaps sensing the crowd’s apprehension, Matt jumped right into the show, starting the setlist without a word.

Upon opening his mouth to sing, it was instantly apparent that Matt had a voice. It was raspy and low in register. He not only nailed the notes, but slid into them, holding them with an equally coarse vibrato. However, his voice also contained a pleasing layer of smoothness underneath its grainy exterior. This created a soulful and textured melody that was audibly satisfying and stylistically unique to Matt and his band.

Matt also displayed his style through his onstage demeanor. Before the show, Matt was eager, but not frenzied. Smiles were frequent, and he joked around to band mates and SPA organizers clustered towards the front row. During the sound-check, when he had to close the lid of his piano in order to see the crowd, the vertically-challenged musician explained humbly to an organizer, “I couldn’t see over the lid because I’m 3-foot-6.” And later in the show, when a tour of prospective students was steered around the concert, Matt called to them mid-song, saying “You should come to Penn State. This is what it’s like here. Every day.”

Between songs, Matt joked and engaged the audience by telling them the title of the next song, why he wrote it, and what it meant. This added a level of connectivity between him and his audience, making the performance feel like an episode of “MTV Unplugged.” His ability to casually appeal to an audience through charm and humor created a very enjoyable atmosphere that meshed perfectly with the excitement flowing through the HUB.

As mentioned earlier, his twelve-song setlist was almost entirely comprised of original material, containing only two cover songs. Having reviewed cover bands in bars for the last several weeks, it was nice to feel the excitement of hearing new music. He played all but one of the songs on his debut album, “Can’t Help But Wonder,” including others likely to be on his next album.

During Matt’s explanations of the songs, the strongest theme throughout all of them was in his decision to pursue a life in music over a more subdued life in the world of business. The cover of his album displays this theme, half dressed in a suit and tie and sitting at a desk, and the other half in a leather jacket sitting at a keyboard flanked by an amp. “Judge Me” and “Let Me Dream” portray his external struggle for independence, while “Without You” and “Why Don’t I Miss You” display his internal struggle with love and its effects. Although I think he could push the subject and style of his songs to gain more edgy lyrics, I liked the purity of his inspiration and his ability to revolve around a central theme for an album. - WPSU - Penn State

New York musician Matt Beilis added to the voltage with his performance at noon on Friday in the HUB, continuing the Student Programming Association’s weekly Noontime Concert Series. Beilis and his supporting cast did not disappoint a fluctuating crowd of lunch-goers and passers-by. Looking around before the start of the show, I was a little disappointed that the audience was half comprised of SPA organizers. However, the attendance grew rapidly after the band’s lengthy and meticulous sound-check—an unfortunate side effect of the HUB’s open acoustics. Perhaps sensing the crowd’s apprehension, Matt jumped right into the show, starting the setlist without a word.

Upon opening his mouth to sing, it was instantly apparent that Matt had a voice. It was raspy and low in register. He not only nailed the notes, but slid into them, holding them with an equally coarse vibrato. However, his voice also contained a pleasing layer of smoothness underneath its grainy exterior. This created a soulful and textured melody that was audibly satisfying and stylistically unique to Matt and his band.

Matt also displayed his style through his onstage demeanor. Before the show, Matt was eager, but not frenzied. Smiles were frequent, and he joked around to band mates and SPA organizers clustered towards the front row. During the sound-check, when he had to close the lid of his piano in order to see the crowd, the vertically-challenged musician explained humbly to an organizer, “I couldn’t see over the lid because I’m 3-foot-6.” And later in the show, when a tour of prospective students was steered around the concert, Matt called to them mid-song, saying “You should come to Penn State. This is what it’s like here. Every day.”

Between songs, Matt joked and engaged the audience by telling them the title of the next song, why he wrote it, and what it meant. This added a level of connectivity between him and his audience, making the performance feel like an episode of “MTV Unplugged.” His ability to casually appeal to an audience through charm and humor created a very enjoyable atmosphere that meshed perfectly with the excitement flowing through the HUB.

As mentioned earlier, his twelve-song setlist was almost entirely comprised of original material, containing only two cover songs. Having reviewed cover bands in bars for the last several weeks, it was nice to feel the excitement of hearing new music. He played all but one of the songs on his debut album, “Can’t Help But Wonder,” including others likely to be on his next album.

During Matt’s explanations of the songs, the strongest theme throughout all of them was in his decision to pursue a life in music over a more subdued life in the world of business. The cover of his album displays this theme, half dressed in a suit and tie and sitting at a desk, and the other half in a leather jacket sitting at a keyboard flanked by an amp. “Judge Me” and “Let Me Dream” portray his external struggle for independence, while “Without You” and “Why Don’t I Miss You” display his internal struggle with love and its effects. Although I think he could push the subject and style of his songs to gain more edgy lyrics, I liked the purity of his inspiration and his ability to revolve around a central theme for an album. - WPSU - Penn State

Nice cover performed by M. Beilis. He produces an original piano version and has a great voice !

Enjoy
#Mike posner #cooler than me #cover

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harlequinsoflove:

You guys should check out this cover of Better Than I Know Myself from Adam, ofcourse. it’s really good.
#adam lambert #better than i know myself

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paperbackwriterbg:

Matt Beilis covers Rihanna’s “S+M.”
#Rihanna #Songs #Sex

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keep-itclassy:

So good
#hold it against me

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liveacousticheaven:

Use Somebody - Kings of Leon cover by Matt Beilis
#talent #acoustic performance #use somebody #kings of leon cover #music

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carolynlmusic:

Day 256: Matt Beilis, “Someone Like You” (Adele cover)

Usually I would say Adele shouldn’t be touched…but I’m bias and this is actually a great cover.
#Day 256 #Someone Like You #Adele

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Someone Like You - Adele (Matt Beilis Cover)

Having already performed renditions of One Republic’s “The Good Life” and Bruno Mars’ “Just the Way You Are”, Matt Beilis is at the top of my list when it comes to new covers, and thanks to his latest release there still isn’t a doubt in my mind that he has one of the most unique voices I’ve heard all year. Covering Adele’s “Someone Like You”, Matt Beilis has managed to perform an amazing cover, one that is definitely worth at least one listen.
#someone like you #adele #cover #new cover #acoustic cover #new acoustic cover #music #song #track #new music #new song #new track #pop #contemporary #the good life #one republic #bruno mars #just the way you are #voice #unique

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lveithere:

Skyscraper - Demi Lovato (Cover)

amazing song.. amazing voice :)
#Skyscraper #Demi Lovato

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this-restless-dream:

Matt Beilis - “Someone Like You” (Adele Cover)

Met this dude on Secondhand Serenade’s acoustic tour and he fucking rules in every way.
#adele #someone like you #cover - Tumblr

Matt Beilis is a new artist out of New York City. His sound is described as “a place where soul and hip-hop grooves meet the electricity of a rock band.” He has just released a new album called “CAN’T HELP BUT WONDER” that has caught the attention of many music lovers.

“Matt Beilis‘s new album sounds polished but live at the same time, which is a tough balance to strike. He manages to be both catchy and soulful, two of the best elements of good pop music.” –Ryan Dusick of Maroon 5

Here is a cover of Bruno Mars’ new song “Just the way you are.” This rendition amazed me and caught my attention. It demonstrates how Matt Beilis‘s sound connects the popularity of pop music to the soulful-rock-sound that makes it his own.

Check Matt Beilis out at his website http://www.mattbeilis.com/ and see for yourself the talent of this new up-and-coming artist. - Underground Bands and Indie Music Reviews

...Aside from Secondhand Serenade, Beilis seemed to be the opener who really brought a huge following to Hoboken. With family and friends all around him, this singer-songwriter was the biggest surprise for me that night. Considering his smaller stature, he has a pretty big voice. But not that smoothly toned type of voice but something more like the vocal love child of Chris Daughtry and Nickelback's Chad Kroger. It's a bit abrasive to the ears at first but the jolt of roughness is a surprisingly pleasant surprise. While his original songs were pretty good, it wasn't until I heard his cover of Rihanna's "S & M." While it was a bit racy for the all ages show, it seemed like his voice just worked so well with song. Now whether that's a good or bad thing, you can be the judge of that... - Hoboken Patch

Below you can hear Matt Beilis cover Taylor Swift’s new song “Innocent” off of her upcoming album “Speak Now.” Taylor debuted the song at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards where the song was meant to speak toward her experience at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards with Kanye West.

We think this cover is awesome! What about you? - Disney Dreaming

Check out Matt’s cover of Britney’s brand new song... - Disney Dreaming

"Matt's new album sounds polished but live at the same time, which is a tough balance to strike. He manages to be both catchy and soulful, two of the best elements of good pop music." - Matt Beilis

Check out Inspectah Deck's European released Manifesto Remixes Album for "Greatest Story Never Told" featuring Matt Beilis and produced by Matt Beilis and Jon "Flip" Muro. - Matt Beilis

Check out Matt Beilis' feature on Jared Dietch's and DJ Vanjee's club hit, "Whole Lotta Love," released on Camel Rider Music. - Matt Beilis