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“Matisyahu’s lean, resonant vocals give his expressions both authority and accessibility, whatever your faith or lack of it.” – USA Today

“He melds a kind of Deadhead playfulness with resolute moralism and his devotional lyrics.”

– The New York Times

“An artist who has a ton to say – and who will entertain the hell out of you while he says it.”

– Consequence

“Positivity, spirituality and strive for self-realization have always been [Matisyahu’s] mix.” – Billboard

“Matisyahu has made a hallmark of daring creativity, and has demonstrated a unique ability to integrate diverse musical influences into his sound.” – HuffPost

“[Matisyahu’s] artistry never fails.” – Magnet

“A thoughtful artist and a must-see live act.” – Slant Magazine

“His artistic parameters have broadened considerably, leading him from rap to reggae to an ambitious musical mix that defies description altogether.” – Glide Magazine

“Matisyahu can naturally straddle the line between pop star and jamband stalwart.” – Relix

October 3, 2025 – Today, GRAMMY-nominated singer, songwriter, and genre-blending musician Matisyahu has released his eighth full-length studio album, Ancient Child, via SoundOn. PRESS HERE to listen. Ancient Child includes the previously released singles “Son Come Up” featuring Matisyahu’s oldest son LAIVY, “Rockin Tempos” featuring Duvbear (his second eldest son), and “Find A Way” as well as new focus track, the dancey “Sound Foundation.” The artwork for Ancient Child was designed by renowned visual artist Andrew Cotton, who created original paintings for the album and each focus single, with limited edition prints available for purchase.

To support the new album, Matisyahu is hitting the road with his full band on the Ancient Child Tour. The 15-date headlining outing, also featuring an opening set from longtime friend and collaborator Aaron Dugan, begins October 11th in Buffalo and will travel along the East Coast through October 29th. See below for all upcoming tour dates and visit https://matisyahuworld.com/tour for more information and to purchase tickets.

“As the sun rises and the Ancient Child is released, I hope it will be the backdrop to a new era for our people and the world,” shares Matisyahu. “Am Yisrael Chai!”

Ancient Child simultaneously reaches back in time and towards the future, in search of the infinite divine light of redemption. On the 12-song collection, Matisyahu finds himself reconnected with his Jewish identity and spirituality in a world post October 7th. Ancient Child investigates questions about history, identity, and destiny from the humility of a child through the wisdom of the generations’ past. The music on Ancient Child is not reggae. It’s not rock. It’s not hip hop. Like Matisyahu, and the world he tries to create lyrically, it is a melding of various styles and sounds that have been influential from a universe of music the singer has absorbed through more than twenty years as a recording and touring artist. He writes from his experiences about hopes, challenges, and fears, and is only interested in what sonically moves the emotion.

Matisyahu has also launched a weekly YouTube series “Live from the Living Room” where he’s diving into the stories behind some of his biggest hits – including “One Day” and “King Without A Crown” – and performing stripped-down versions from his own living room. Today’s new episode features the story behind the new song “Sound Foundation” off Ancient Child. More episodes will continue to roll out throughout October. PRESS HERE to watch.

Following the Ancient Child Tour, Matisyahu recently announced the 18th annual Festival of Lights Hannukah shows will take place December 14th and 15th at New York’s Brooklyn Bowl and December 20th and 21st at Miami Beach Bandshell. At these special two-set shows, Matisyahu will officially celebrate the 20^th anniversary of his breakthrough, Gold-certified album Live at Stubb’s, performing the album in full, along with a set of hits, fan favorites, and new songs from Ancient Child.

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. Since breaking onto the scene 20 years ago with his 2005 Live At Stubb’s album and the genre-bending, Billboard Hot 100-charting and alt-radio topping breakthrough single “King Without A Crown,” the New York native has become 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. Matisyahu’s long and winding career includes the chart-topping albums Light (2009), which features his Gold-certified global hit “One Day” – whose original version has been streamed over 150 million times on Spotify alone, Youth (2006), and Spark Seeker (2012); various EP’s including last year’s Hold The Fire; and multiple live albums, which exemplify his transcendent live show that provides audiences with a dynamic and energetic performance full of life and illumination.

Ancient Child Track Listing

1.  Pro-Cess

2.  Anxiety (feat. BLP Kosher)

3.  Sound Foundation

4.  Crosswinds

5.  Son Come UP (feat. LAIVY)

6.  Rockets (feat. Duvbear)

7.  Find A Way

8. Smoke & Mirrors

9. Wake Up

10.  Balance

11.  Ritual

12.  Rockin Tempos (feat. Duvbear)