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Matisyahu offers a truly unique sound, mixing Jewish teachings with reggae, traditional rap, and guitar solos more typical of rock music. Most of his songs are almost entirely in English with just a few words of Hebrew and Yiddish mixed in. Matisyahu’s reggae vocal style is along the lines of traditional Rasta Roots styling mixed with a modern dub sound. He mixes in contemporary rap and beat boxing, similar to Sublime, delicately wrapped in a traditional Jewish style. Towering high above 6 feet tall, Matisyahu has a distinct Hasidic style and quiet demeanor, and provides us with a glimpse of a world unlike any other; a holy place that has morphed into a musical/cultural phenomenon. He has said, "All of my songs are influenced and inspired by the teachings that inspire me. I want my music to have meaning, to be able to touch people and make them think. Chasidism teaches that music is 'the quill of the soul.' Music taps into a very deep place and speaks to us in a way that regular words can't."

Matisyahu has a truly unique stage presence; one can’t help but sense a calming, peaceful aura while he performs. At a few points during his live performance, he takes a casual seat on one of the massive stage speakers, stepping out of center stage and nodding lightly in acceptance of the drummer, bassist, keyboarder and guitarist of his band, giving them each a platform to shine; to show the audience that they, too, know how to rock. Although Matisyahu does have a Jewish undertone to their music, fans of all walks of life appreciate and praise Matisyahu, for he is a true individual; attracting followers and supporters from around the globe.