Matt Morton

Originally known as a founding member of the funk-influenced roots rock band the Shantee, Columbus, Ohio-based Matt Morton would go on to receive greater acclaim for his tense, dramatic film scores, such as 2019's Apollo 11. Morton started playing guitar when he was nine years old and gradually learned several other instruments, including piano, drums, mandolin, banjo, and cello. In 1995, he co-founded the Shantee, playing lead guitar and singing for the feel-good rock band. The Shantee built up a loyal regional following, becoming a fixture of the Ohio music scene and openin...