Hailing from "The Windy City" of Chicago Illinois, Matt Minchew is a singer/songwriter with a wide range of talent for both singing and songwriting. Part of the new wave of acoustic rock, Matt separates himself from the competition by putting the focus on his brilliant lyrics, seemingly a self-help guide for "the art of growing up." Deep within the intricate nature of his guitar chords and passionate vocals, Matt writes and sings songs about falling into love for the first time, realizing the finality in giving up a dream and the pressures of moving on and facing a decision. He does this with such maturation and honesty that listening to one of his songs will leave you on the edge of your seat, on the brink of a smile or even tears with familiarity.

Matt first became aware of his talent and passion for music at the mere age of eleven, and since then has worked on honing his craft and nothing else. In 2003, Matt's debut album, "On The Verge Of Something More" was released and quickly rushed to a find a place in the hearts of many adoring fans. With influences ranging from The Counting Crows to Dashboard Confessional, Matt is just that: on the verge of something more, on the brink of becoming a superstar.