Matt Flynn (musician)

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Matt Flynn
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Matt Flynn at Troubadour (LA, CA) 6.2.07
Background information
Birth name Matthew Flynn
Born (1970-05-23) May 23, 1970 (age 43)
Woodstock, New York, United States
Genres Alternative rock, funk rock, pop rock, soul
Occupations Drummer, musician, producer
Instruments Drums
Years active 2004–present
Labels A&M/Octone
Associated acts Maroon 5
Website www.maroon5.com

Matt Flynn (born May 23, 1970)[1] is the drummer of American pop rock band Maroon 5. Matt replaced the original drummer of Maroon 5, Ryan Dusick, who left the band due to wrist and shoulder injuries after releasing their first album. Matt was previously a Yamaha Drum Artist, but now endorses Ludwig drums, Zildjian cymbals and Vater drumsticks.

Flynn has played drums for The B-52's and Gavin DeGraw.

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Personal life [edit]

On June 5, 2007, Flynn's wife (girlfriend) gave birth to their second child, named Michael Ford Flynn. His elder son is named Ryan.[2]

He graduated Gunn High School where he was voted 'class clown' in his senior year.

References [edit]

  1. ^ "Maroon5 FAQ". Freewebs.com. Retrieved 2011-10-15. 
  2. ^ http://www.maroon5sin.com/news.php#060607

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