When was the last time you listened to a song by Booker T. and the M.G.’s? Thanks to infectious piano grooves, flowing bass lines and plucky guitar riffs that just make you want to boogie, Booker T. dominated the ’60s with his group’s instrumental soul jazz. Now 50 years later, it’s worth getting to know […]
Author Archives: Matt King
Matt King is a freelance writer for the Coachella Valley Independent. A creative at heart, his love for music thrust him into the world of journalism at 17 years old, and he hasn't looked back. Before he joined the Independent as a writer, the newspaper’s readers selected him as the Best Musician in the Best of Coachella Valley readers’ poll. Matt also spends his time writing, recording and performing music, as well as teaching theater to students in a local after-school program.
