Matthew Shultz

Date of Birth: October 23, 1983

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Matthew Ray Shultz is an American musician best known as the lead singer and a founding member of the indie rock band Cage the Elephant. Born and raised in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Shultz developed a passion for music at an early age. He initially played in several small local bands before forming Cage the Elephant with his brother Brad Shultz and other members in 2006. The band’s debut self-titled album, released in 2008, catapulted them to fame with hits like “Ain’t No Rest for the Wicked.” Known for his energetic stage presence and unique vocal style, Shultz has been a driving force behind the band’s success, which includes several successful albums and a Grammy Award for Best Rock Album for “Tell Me I’m Pretty” in 2016.

5 Interesting Facts about Matthew Shultz

1. Matthew Shultz worked as a plumber before pursuing a career in music.

2. He is known for his eclectic fashion sense and often designs his own stage outfits.

3. Shultz is a visual artist and has had his artwork displayed in galleries.

4. The song “Cigarette Daydreams” was inspired by his experiences and emotions during his divorce from his first wife.

5. Cage the Elephant’s name was inspired by a mentally ill man the band met in Tennessee who kept repeating the phrase “you have to cage the elephant.”