Music for Matt is an annual benefit concert to celebrate the life of Matt Costa.
With support from our donors and attendees, we raise money for two causes in line with Matt’s spirit of service and adventure: The Peace Corps Partnership Program Mali and The Costa Memorial Scholarship.
Matt was incredibly special to a lot of people. He had a unique way of forming true bonds with people from all walks of life. He was artistic, athletic, passionate, philosophical, smart, witty, wiry, and politically and globally engaged. Matt left us way too soon. He died in a boating accident on September 3, 2006 while serving the Peace Corps in Mali. We encourage you to learn more about Matt’s life here.
Music for Matt takes place every October in New Orleans; the specific date is chosen to coincide with Tulane University’s homecoming weekend (Matt is a 2003 graduate). We truly hope you’re able to join us in celebrating Matt’s life.
It's official: We're now a 501(c)(3) and your donations are tax-deductible. Yeehaw!
| 2011 Artist Bios | |
| Dee-1 | |
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New Orleans wordsmith Dee-1 is returning for his second Music for Matt performance. Former middle school teacher turned full time hip-hop artist, Dee-1’s positive brand of socially-conscious music has been embraced far beyond the Crescent City, landing him opening gigs for Lil’ Wayne, Drake, Juvenile, Akon, and Lupe Fiasco.
http://www.myspace.com/dee1music Listen now. Click to play or right click to download: Rebirth by Dee-1 |
| Big Rock Candy Mountain | |
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You may know Michael Girardot (keyboards, multi-instrumentalist) from his work in another New Orleans favorite band, Rotary Downs. Their 2009 release Hey Kid (which was one of my top albums of the year) has been getting rave reviews from coast to coast.
http://bigrockcandymountain.net |
| Our Partners |
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| Lotus & Ash | |
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Thank you to Ashling of Lotus & Ash for kindly donating her time and design expertise to the Music for Matt cause. Over the past three years, Ashling has designed our logo, T-shirts, and concert posters. She specializes in stationary and paper design and printing. Additional information is available at: http://www.lotusandash.com |
Le Bon Temps Roule |
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Le Bon Temps Roule is neighborhood watering hole by day, world famous music club by night. Come get lit elbowing with locals hearing stories about parades, loves, floods, pranks, and menus. A guaranteed story will leave with you. |
IN Exchange |
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IN Exchange is a 501c3 fair trade store founded at Tulane University by students. They support the work of New Orleans and global artists and artisans. Located in Tulane's Lavin-Bernick Center, you must check out their awesome array of goods, including great tees, jewelry, dresses, and recycled gift items. |