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St Kitts-Nevis: Iconic calypsonian, Ellie Matt releases autobiography

February 1, 2022February 1, 2022 Staff

Elston Matthew Nero, better known in the Music world as KING ELLIE MATT, has released his autobiography, entitled ‘Under De Breadfruit Tree’. The intriguing book takes the reader through a detailed journey of his musical genius and life story in general. He was the founder and leader of the popular band ‘Ellie Matt and the GI’S Brass,’ which was a force to be reckoned with throughout the Caribbean and worldwide. Ellie Matt who was born in Newtown in St. Kitts, tells the story of how he became a self-taught musician,…

Get To Know Iconic Calypsonian, Ellie Matt

October 23, 2021October 23, 2021 Staff

Elston ‘Ellie Matt’ Nero of Newtown, St.Kitts, is known for his musical genius that has allowed him to gain recognition at home and abroad. An arranger, composer, guitarist, keyboardist, drummer, and steel pan player, Ellie Matt was involved in St. Kitts and Nevis’ National Carnival since its inception in 1971. Ellie Matt has been quoted as saying a Trinidadian musician influenced his decision to take part in carnival that first year. “In 1971 on the birth of National Carnival, I was Influenced by Joey Lewis of Trinidad and Tobago. My…