Wow…what words can be given to describe this multi-talented, multi-faceted, extremely prolific, musician, magician, songwriter, beat-maker, producer, arranger, composer, artist ,entertainer and total talent, well all those and then some. As a extremely gifted, energetic, mesmerizing, spontaneous and tireless performer he’s been know to give his all whether performing in a standing room only local club, or at the jazz festival, or at your town’s amphitheater as an opening act for a national artist.
William H. Matlock II AKA/BKA… BUTCH MATLOCK was born in Cleveland, Ohio as a third generation musician and entertainer. As a successful songwriter and ghostwriter he has penned many hits. He currently is the CEO of Quad M Productions musical entertainment production company and shares production collaborations and credits with Hungry Music Productions, Entertainment Cleveland…Tony Quarles and the Discovery Band, and Bread and Butter Productions. He plays 26 different instruments but primarily is know for his work on piano, electric keys and synths, bass and lead guitars, sax, trumpet, drums and percussion. A gifted lead and background vocalist who can present a clear falsetto as well as a deep bass, he’s also know for his ability to deliver a gritty hardcore down and dirty emotion filled tenor lead that leaves listeners wondering why he hasn’t already been signed by a major label with major distribution. Well folks you won’t have to wait much longer. Butch is in the finishing stage of his triple whammy, a Gospel CD…â€Jesus comes first!â€, an R&B CD (as yet unnamed)…and a Jazz CD…â€JUNK†{=JAZZ/FUNK} to showcase this extraordinary undiscovered talent.
Butch has served as the musical director for many Karamu House productions as well as a few off-Broadway stage plays and production in New York City. He has a B.A in social work and when not performing or producing works as a community, family, and children’s social advocate.
As a touring performer and musician he has opened for such artist as The Ojays, Lil’ Richard, The Temptations, Roger Troutman and Zapp, Z.Z. Hill, Midnight Starr, Travis “Moondog†Haddix, The Imperial Wonders, The Sly Slick and the Wicked, The Stylistics, The Dramatics, The Whispers, The Dazz Band, The Spinners and many others. Yep he goes back ole school…but he is currently providing keyboard and guitar tracks and samples for hip hop artist ,the Chrome, The Heavyweights, and other Hungry Music artist.
Butch is a former member of the bands “ The Master Plan Bandâ€, “The Time Machineâ€, “Expensiveâ€, “The Plum City Bandâ€,â€Band on the Run†“The Party Boys†, The Electric Sparkz “ The Quasi Band†, and currently performs with Tony Quarles and the Discovery Band, (WWW.DISCOVERYBAND.COM)
You have to see him perform to gain an understanding of his electrifying, spontaneous, and ecstatic ability to move a crowd.QUAD M PRODUCTIONS IS A MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY FOUNDED IN 1995.
Originally called MMMM Productions so it looked like it tasted good, the four Ms stood for Matlock’s Magical Musical Manifestations…Butch Matlock is also a magician who performs under the name†The Great Dazziniâ€. Quad M also works on commercials/advertising projects, demo recordings, special musical projects, collaborations, and special event planning. Contact me@
[email protected] MUSIC PRODUCTIONS
Owned and operated by my son, William H. Matlock III aka, THE PLATINUM PRODUCER “LOCK†is one of the most upcoming prolific and poppin’ Hip Hop and NeoSoul production companies in the music industry.
I’m PLATINUM BABY!!!!
"Hungry Music LLC was established in Dec 2005 Its members consist of: W.Matlock III - CEO, W.Scott- President, D.Robinson-A&R. Services include but not limited to: Musical Production, Graphic Design, Cd Duplication, Model Packages, Basic Web Design…and so on… For more information please email me at
[email protected] or leave me a message on Myspace. Thank you and we look forward to contributing to your goals and aspirations!!!!"Peace All !!!!
I can be found working around Ohio except when in New York, L.A., Chicago or Atlanta. If you are interested in session work or some of the hottest beats, contact me at
[email protected] and I will get back to you! Be Blessed! Think about it...who is Chris Brown's, and Neo's live band keyboardist and bass player?...hmmm...you may have already seen me and didn't know it...Peace, Holla.
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