Mat The Alien
Muti Music Celebrates 20 Years With Electrifying 16-Track Compilation
Having championed countless emerging artists over the past 20 years, Muti Music is still pushing the envelope. Regarded by many as the United States’ first multi-genre bass music label, Muti Music helped launch the careers of many dance music trailblazers, like MiMOSA, ill.Gates and An-ten-nae, among others. Now, the label is celebrating its 20-year anniversary with a 16-track compilation highlighting the saga of Muti. Renowned electronic music producer Opiuo kicks off 20 Years of Muti with “Battle Cat,” a fiery midtempo anthem. MiMOSA and Iterate, who have been working with Muti Music for over a decade now, follow with intricate, glitch-inspired tracks. Aaya makes her debut on the label with the funky “Crux” while Dov1 and Re:Set impress with their distinct t...
Mat The Alien Embarks On Inspirational Comeback Tour After Paralysis
When news broke about Mat the Alien’s horrific mountain biking accident in 2020, reports about his survival were grim. It seemed unbelievable that Mat, an influential and beloved DJ in the western Canadian festival scene with his heavy bass lines and goofy charisma, was fighting for his life. After six months in the hospital, he emerged a quadriplegic with a permanent spinal injury. The giant who used to tower at a height of 6’5 was now confined to a wheelchair with nerves only remaining in his upper torso and arms. Mat’s best friend, The Librarian, was constantly by his side and helped him adjust to his new life at home. Fans from across the world raised money to fund his accessibility needs, including wheelchair ramps and lowered studio tables. The donations e...
Mat the Alien Paralyzed Following Horrific Mountain Biking Accident
Following a horrific biking accident in the Nanaimo mountain trails, Mat the Alien has sustained serious injuries, leaving him unlikely to walk again. After the Canadian DJ and producer was thrown off his bike during a ride in early October, he was subsequently airlifted to the hospital, where he is currently in intensive care. Since then, he has received an outpour of support from fans, who have contributed over $144,000 on GoFundMe for his medical expenses at the time of writing. Mat the Alien’s former tour mates Zeds Dead tweeted out the link to the fundraiser, calling him “one of the best DJs in the world.” The organizers of famed bass music festival Shambhala also chimed in with support, calling Mat the Alien a “staple” of t...
