2008 Woodie Awards
Matt Hoffer showcases musical abilities in humorous SPC performance
Tim Bruderek
Issue date: 4/8/04 Section: Entertainment
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A guitar riff was not the only sound coming out of the Performing Arts Room (PAR) on Wednesday night when the Student Programming Council (SPC) introduced Matt Hoffer.
The 27-year-old up-and-coming performer broke out on the Marist scene to a small yet energetic crowd of 20 students. His style of hard rock and alternative "college" rock set the stage for a night full of excitement.
Hoffer's dry humor proved to be a factor needed for relaxing the student body. By making fun of himself, he described his reasons for writing songs.
"I have the attention span of a five-year-old," Hoffer said. "Trying to get someone who would never even look my way was the motivation behind writing this song. I call it "Never Comfortable," he said.
Adding to the list of festivities, Hoffer attempted to perform covers from the albums of respectable musicians like Vertical Horizon and the Beatles.
In a world full of competitive individuals striving to reach stardom, Matt Hoffer gave it his all, performing seven singles that he wrote himself.
Of these songs, "Love and War," "All-American White Boy," "Standing Eight Count," and "Pretty Boy Jones" demonstrated the potential he possesses toward a solo career.
Right now, he is working on his first solo album. He plans to release 12 tracks and possibly work with a supporting staff.
"I am currently writing on various songs and hoping to work with a bass player and drummer that will add to the mix," Hoffer said. "Honestly, I know this process will take a long time since so much time and money are spent when recording in a studio," he said.
Originally from Chicago, Hoffer is making every attempt to move around the college circuit and build his credibility with the people that his music genre represents.
Kristen Hugger, the new president of SPC, was disappointed with the turnout. "There wasn't as large of a turnout as we had hoped for, but Hoffer put a great show for the people who were there," she said. "He is a very talented, skilled guitarist and I wish more people could have been there to see him."
Listeners felt that the night went well and it gave people a chance to enjoy live music. "I thought it was good times," frosh Patrick Hull said. "I did not stay for the entire show, but the two songs I did hear were excellent. He definitely has skills," he said.
Hoffer reflected on his performance and the crowd reaction with a carefree attitude, which showed how excited he was to be performing at Marist.
"I'm like a human karaoke machine," he said. "A smaller crowd is a better time. I would not mind working with a larger crowd, but a smaller crowd allows for more interaction and it gives me a chance to play different songs I would not normally play," he said.
The 27-year-old up-and-coming performer broke out on the Marist scene to a small yet energetic crowd of 20 students. His style of hard rock and alternative "college" rock set the stage for a night full of excitement.
Hoffer's dry humor proved to be a factor needed for relaxing the student body. By making fun of himself, he described his reasons for writing songs.
"I have the attention span of a five-year-old," Hoffer said. "Trying to get someone who would never even look my way was the motivation behind writing this song. I call it "Never Comfortable," he said.
Adding to the list of festivities, Hoffer attempted to perform covers from the albums of respectable musicians like Vertical Horizon and the Beatles.
In a world full of competitive individuals striving to reach stardom, Matt Hoffer gave it his all, performing seven singles that he wrote himself.
Of these songs, "Love and War," "All-American White Boy," "Standing Eight Count," and "Pretty Boy Jones" demonstrated the potential he possesses toward a solo career.
Right now, he is working on his first solo album. He plans to release 12 tracks and possibly work with a supporting staff.
"I am currently writing on various songs and hoping to work with a bass player and drummer that will add to the mix," Hoffer said. "Honestly, I know this process will take a long time since so much time and money are spent when recording in a studio," he said.
Originally from Chicago, Hoffer is making every attempt to move around the college circuit and build his credibility with the people that his music genre represents.
Kristen Hugger, the new president of SPC, was disappointed with the turnout. "There wasn't as large of a turnout as we had hoped for, but Hoffer put a great show for the people who were there," she said. "He is a very talented, skilled guitarist and I wish more people could have been there to see him."
Listeners felt that the night went well and it gave people a chance to enjoy live music. "I thought it was good times," frosh Patrick Hull said. "I did not stay for the entire show, but the two songs I did hear were excellent. He definitely has skills," he said.
Hoffer reflected on his performance and the crowd reaction with a carefree attitude, which showed how excited he was to be performing at Marist.
"I'm like a human karaoke machine," he said. "A smaller crowd is a better time. I would not mind working with a larger crowd, but a smaller crowd allows for more interaction and it gives me a chance to play different songs I would not normally play," he said.