Steven Brezet, 20 years young, grew up in the multicultural and vivid society of the city of Rotterdam (Roffa). As a musician he’s considered part of the newest generation of percussionists from the harbour city. The word "Matties" is Dutch slang, that translates best to the American term "homies". The song represents the value and importance of friends in life. It doesn't matter where you're from or what you look like. In this song he brings together friends from all backgrounds and nationalities. For the first time, Senegalese and Cuban Music are mixed together and it sounds great. Especially made for dancers, which Steven feels to be very important in his music, this music succeeds to be new while respecting traditions. But most importantly it’s fun. Fun playing, fun singing, fun to be with friends, fun to dance to this exciting track. Enjoy! Roffa Matties: Delbert Bernabela – soprano saxophone Lennard Destang - piano Ernesto Paz - bass Pap Thiam - talking drum Peter Luijmes - chekere Eduardo Alfonso - vocals Tijan Samba - vocals Ibu Sylla – balofon Steven Brezet – percussion Recorded by René Stegman at Stegman Music, Rotterdam Mastered by Andrew Baldwin at Metropolis, London