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'''Matt Wertz''' is a [[singer/songwriter]]. Originally from [[LaVale, MD]] he now lives in [[Nashville, Tennessee]].<ref>http://allmusic.com/artist/matt-wertz-p677146</ref> His interest in visual art led him to study at the [[University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign]] where he graduated with a degree in industrial design. While there, his musical talents and ambitions grew.
'''Matt Wertz''' is a [[singer/songwriter]]. Originally from [[Liberty, MO]] he now lives in [[Nashville, Tennessee]].<ref>http://allmusic.com/artist/matt-wertz-p677146</ref> His interest in visual art led him to study at the [[University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign]] where he graduated with a degree in industrial design. While there, his musical talents and ambitions grew.


==Life & Career==
==Life & Career==
Born and raised in Liberty, MO, near Kansas City, Matt Wertz grew up wanting to be a shoe designer, but when he started writing songs his freshman year of college, he realized that it was actually music that he wanted to pursue. Cutting his teeth at Young Life concerts and tour dates with Jars of Clay, Wertz independently released Somedays in 2001, followed two years later by 23 Places. In 2005 the EP Today & Tomorrow came out, and thanks to his constant touring, the singer, who had since moved to Nashville, was signed to Nettwerk Records. His album Everything in Between was issued in early 2007. Under Summer Sun, featuring some new material as well as cuts off Everything in Between, followed in 2008. Wertz returned in 2011 with both the studio effort Weights & Wings and the holiday-themed Snow Globe.
Born and raised in Liberty, MO, near Kansas City, Matt Wertz grew up wanting to be a shoe designer, but when he started writing songs his freshman year of college, he realized that it was actually music that he wanted to pursue. After graduation in 2001, Wertz moved to Nashville gained a considerable fan base by performing at Young Life camps, after releasing his first album, Somedays, produced by [[Steve Wilson]]. His next studio album, Twenty Three Places (2003) was produced with [[Ed Cash]]. In 2005 the EP "Today & Tomorrow" came out (produced by Wertz and best friend [[Dave Barnes]]), and thanks to his constant touring, the singer was signed to [[Nettwerk Records]]. <ref>http://www.nettskinny.com/artists/matt-wertz</ref>


On September 19, 2006, Wertz released his third studio album, "Everything in Between". In late 2007, he went back on the road with fellow singer-songwriter and friend [[Dave Barnes]]. Their aptly named tour, Two Birds/One Stone, toured around the US, ending in Nashville.
==Music ==

After graduation, Wertz gained a considerable fan base by performing at [[Young Life]] camps, after releasing his first album, ''Somedays'', produced by Steve Wilson. His next two studio albums were produced with [[Ed Cash]] and an [[Extended play|EP]] by Wertz and his best friend [[Dave Barnes]]. He has toured with such acts as [[Hanson (band)|Hanson]], [[Jon McLaughlin]], [[Jason Mraz]], [[Jamie Cullum]], [[Gavin Degraw]], [[Matt Nathanson]] and [[Jars of Clay]], and has headlined several tours nationally in the early-to-mid-2000s (decade).{{Citation needed|date=March 2012}}
In December 2007, Wertz signed a record deal with Universal Republic Records. He announced this news to the media on a college radio show at Syracuse University. Wertz released a new record in September 2008 called "Under Summer Sun", featuring some new material as well as cuts off "Everything in Between". <ref>http://www.amazon.com/Under-Summer-Sun-Matt-Wertz/dp/B001COVD9U</ref>


[[File:MW020208-7244.jpg|thumb|left|150px]]
[[File:MW020208-7244.jpg|thumb|left|150px]]
Wertz's songs have been used on TV shows like ''[[Brothers & Sisters (2006 TV series)|Brothers and Sisters]]'', ''Wildfire'' and ''[[One Tree Hill (TV series)|One Tree Hill]]'' and in the movies ''Employee of the Month'' and ''[[My Super Ex-Girlfriend]]''.{{Citation needed|date=March 2012}}


In November 2009, Wertz announced on his website that he is no longer with Universal Republic and to celebrate, he began giving away a free album that had been recorded live at the Triple Door in Seattle on May 28, 2008, entitled ''If It Ain't Broke...''. <ref>http://www.mattwertz.com/news</ref>
On September 19, 2006, Wertz released his third studio album, ''Everything in Between''. In late 2007, he went back on the road with fellow singer-songwriter and friend Dave Barnes. Their aptly named tour, Two Birds/One Stone, toured around the US, ending in Nashville.


In January 2011, Wertz released a single, "Feels So Right", as part of his album, ''Weights & Wings'', released on March 15, 2011.<ref>http://www.aolradioblog.com/2011/02/02/matt-wertz-feels-so-right/</ref> He began a tour to promote the album on March 25, 2011, in New York City.<ref>{{cite news |title=Matt Wertz Premieres Second Track "Running Back To You" From Upcoming 'Weights & Wings'|date=February 18, 2011 |work=Netwerk Press Blog |url=http://www.nettskinny.com/story/20110218/matt-wertz-premieres-second-track-running-back-you-upcoming-weights-wings}}</ref> He also released a holiday-themed album, Snowglobe in late 2011.
In December 2007, Wertz signed a record deal with Universal Republic Records. He announced this news to the media on ''The Mark Zito Show'', a college radio show at [[Syracuse University]].{{Citation needed|date=March 2012}} Wertz released a new record in September 2008 called ''Under Summer Sun''.<ref>http://www.amazon.com/Under-Summer-Sun-Matt-Wertz/dp/B001COVD9U</ref>

In November 2009, Wertz announced on his website that he is no longer with Universal Republic and to celebrate, he began giving away a free album that had been recorded live at the Triple Door in Seattle on May 28, 2008, entitled ''If It Ain't Broke...''.{{Citation needed|date=March 2012}}

In January 2011, Wertz released a single, "Feels So Right", as part of his album, ''Weights & Wings'', released on March 15, 2011.<ref>http://www.aolradioblog.com/2011/02/02/matt-wertz-feels-so-right/</ref> He began a tour to promote the album on March 25, 2011, in New York City.<ref>{{cite news |title=Matt Wertz Premieres Second Track "Running Back To You" From Upcoming 'Weights & Wings'|date=February 18, 2011 |work=Netwerk Press Blog |url=http://www.nettskinny.com/story/20110218/matt-wertz-premieres-second-track-running-back-you-upcoming-weights-wings}}</ref>


In anticipation of ''Wherever / Whenever'' EP, released on April 1, 2013, Matt Wertz gave away a collection of his personal favorite songs from his celebrated 13 year career.<ref>http://noisetrade.com/mattwertz/collection</ref>
In anticipation of ''Wherever / Whenever'' EP, released on April 1, 2013, Matt Wertz gave away a collection of his personal favorite songs from his celebrated 13 year career.<ref>http://noisetrade.com/mattwertz/collection</ref>


His newest album ''Heatwave'' was released on August 27, 2013. Its first single is "Get To You".<ref>http://www.mattwertz.com/news/entries/419</ref>
His newest album ''Heatwave'' was released on August 27, 2013. Its first single is "Get To You".<ref>http://www.mattwertz.com/news/entries/419</ref>

He has toured with such acts as [[Hanson (band)|Hanson]], [[Jon McLaughlin]], [[Jason Mraz]], [[Jamie Cullum]], [[Gavin Degraw]], [[Matt Nathanson]], [[Five For Fighting]], [[OAR]], [[Ben Rector]] and [[Jars of Clay]], and has headlined several tours nationally in the early-to-mid-2000s (decade).

Wertz's songs have been used on TV shows like ''[[Brothers & Sisters (2006 TV series)|Brothers and Sisters]]'', ''Wildfire'' and ''[[One Tree Hill (TV series)|One Tree Hill]]'' and in the movies ''Employee of the Month'' and ''[[My Super Ex-Girlfriend]]''.{{Citation needed|date=March 2012}}


==Discography==
==Discography==

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Matt Wertz
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Matt Wertz (2006)
Background information
Birth nameMatthew Stewart Wertz
Born (1979-02-17) February 17, 1979 (age 45)
Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.
OriginUnited States
Liberty, Missouri, U.S.
GenresRock
OccupationSinger-Songwriter
Instrument(s)Guitar
Vocals
Years active2001 – Present
Labelsformerly with Universal Republic
Websitemattwertz.com

Matt Wertz is a singer/songwriter. Originally from Liberty, MO he now lives in Nashville, Tennessee.[1] His interest in visual art led him to study at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he graduated with a degree in industrial design. While there, his musical talents and ambitions grew.

Life & Career

Born and raised in Liberty, MO, near Kansas City, Matt Wertz grew up wanting to be a shoe designer, but when he started writing songs his freshman year of college, he realized that it was actually music that he wanted to pursue. After graduation in 2001, Wertz moved to Nashville gained a considerable fan base by performing at Young Life camps, after releasing his first album, Somedays, produced by Steve Wilson. His next studio album, Twenty Three Places (2003) was produced with Ed Cash. In 2005 the EP "Today & Tomorrow" came out (produced by Wertz and best friend Dave Barnes), and thanks to his constant touring, the singer was signed to Nettwerk Records. [2]

On September 19, 2006, Wertz released his third studio album, "Everything in Between". In late 2007, he went back on the road with fellow singer-songwriter and friend Dave Barnes. Their aptly named tour, Two Birds/One Stone, toured around the US, ending in Nashville.

In December 2007, Wertz signed a record deal with Universal Republic Records. He announced this news to the media on a college radio show at Syracuse University. Wertz released a new record in September 2008 called "Under Summer Sun", featuring some new material as well as cuts off "Everything in Between". [3]

File:MW020208-7244.jpg

In November 2009, Wertz announced on his website that he is no longer with Universal Republic and to celebrate, he began giving away a free album that had been recorded live at the Triple Door in Seattle on May 28, 2008, entitled If It Ain't Broke.... [4]

In January 2011, Wertz released a single, "Feels So Right", as part of his album, Weights & Wings, released on March 15, 2011.[5] He began a tour to promote the album on March 25, 2011, in New York City.[6] He also released a holiday-themed album, Snowglobe in late 2011.

In anticipation of Wherever / Whenever EP, released on April 1, 2013, Matt Wertz gave away a collection of his personal favorite songs from his celebrated 13 year career.[7]

His newest album Heatwave was released on August 27, 2013. Its first single is "Get To You".[8]

He has toured with such acts as Hanson, Jon McLaughlin, Jason Mraz, Jamie Cullum, Gavin Degraw, Matt Nathanson, Five For Fighting, OAR, Ben Rector and Jars of Clay, and has headlined several tours nationally in the early-to-mid-2000s (decade).

Wertz's songs have been used on TV shows like Brothers and Sisters, Wildfire and One Tree Hill and in the movies Employee of the Month and My Super Ex-Girlfriend.[citation needed]

Discography

Album Information

Damascus Road
Released:
  • Independent

Somedays
Released: 2001
  • First album
  • Produced by Steve Wilson

Orange EP
Released: 2002
  • Independent

Twentythree Places
Released: 2003
  • Second album
  • Produced by Ed Cash and Matt Wertz
  • Available free here: [1]

Live in Paradise
Released: 2004
  • Live from Boston, MA

Today & Tomorrow EP
Released: 2005

Everything in Between
Released: 2006
  • Third full length studio album
  • Produced by Ed Cash and Matt Wertz
Under Summer Sun Released: 2008
  • Fourth full length studio album
  • Universal Republic Records

Where We Started EP
Released: 2008
  • Universal Republic Records EP

If It Ain't Broke...
Released: 2009
  • Full length live album
  • Available free here: [2]

While We're Becoming EP
Released: 2010
  • Handwritten Records EP

Weights & Wings
Released: 2011
  • Fifth full length studio album
  • Nettwerk Music Group

Snow Globe
Released: 2012
  • Provident Label Group

Whenever/Wherever EP
Released: 2013
  • Handwritten Records EP

Heatwave
Released: 2013
  • Sixth full length studio album
  • Handwritten Records
  • Produced by Brandon Hood and Matt Wertz


References

  1. ^ http://allmusic.com/artist/matt-wertz-p677146
  2. ^ http://www.nettskinny.com/artists/matt-wertz
  3. ^ http://www.amazon.com/Under-Summer-Sun-Matt-Wertz/dp/B001COVD9U
  4. ^ http://www.mattwertz.com/news
  5. ^ http://www.aolradioblog.com/2011/02/02/matt-wertz-feels-so-right/
  6. ^ "Matt Wertz Premieres Second Track "Running Back To You" From Upcoming 'Weights & Wings'". Netwerk Press Blog. February 18, 2011.
  7. ^ http://noisetrade.com/mattwertz/collection
  8. ^ http://www.mattwertz.com/news/entries/419

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