Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and alternative reggae rock musician Matisyahu brings his Hold The Fire Tour 2024 to the 9:30 Club in Washington, DC on Wednesday, March 20th.   The 34-date headlining outing, with special guest Cydeways, is crossing the country in support of his brand-new EP of the same name - Hold The Fire. 

Matisyahu is not just a gifted musician, but works towards building up communities.  To that end, $1 of every ticket sale will be donated to the Last Prisoner Project, a nonprofit dedicated to cannabis criminal justice reform and releasing every nonviolent cannabis prisoner.

Hold The Fire, was released in early February and is centered around the four earth elements, with the EP’s lead single “Fireproof” touching upon Matisyahu’s unwavering ability to keep his artistic fire burning. The track explores the topics of perseverance and gratitude in times of trouble. As a theme everyone can relate to, especially with what is currently happening in Israel, “Fireproof” is resonating with listeners everywhere for its timely and hopeful message and has already been hailed as “an anthem of overcoming adversity.” Matisyahu also reflects on celebrity and artistic success and the observation that we often find ourselves imitating other people or listening too much to their opinions of us,

Matisyahu burst out on the international stage in 2004 with the arrival of his debut album  Shake Off The Dust...Arise. What began with that first track "Chop 'em Down," Matisyahu has been chopping down crossover reggea hits for nearly 20 years and teaming up up with the best improvisational musicians and artists for jam sessions, collaborations, and remixes of mind blowing proportions. 

Like only the most gifted storytellers, Matisyahu spins the rare kind of stories that simultaneously enlighten, enthrall, and expand the audience’s sense of possibility. Known for his skill in blending a shapeshifting collision of reggae, hip-hop, alt rock and boldly inventive pop – all while paying homage to his spirituality and roots in Judaism.  

If you think Matisyahu studio albums are impressive, his live shows are where this gifted artist shines!  His live shows consistently provide audiences with a dynamic and energetic performance full of life and illumination.

We hope you come to the 9:30 Club on March 20th for what should be a joyous night of music and heartfelt emotion.

(Article Photo Credit:  Juliana Ronderos)

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To learn more about Matisyahu, please see the following web resources:

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