Matthew Tonner

Matthew Tonner
Background information
Also known as	Tonner
Born	Shorewood, Wisconsin, U.S.
Origin	Orlando, Florida, U.S.
Genres	Indie folk folk-pop Americana indie rock
Occupations	Singer songwriter record producer multi-instrumentalist
Instruments	Vocals guitar keyboards
Years active	2011–present
Website	www.matthewtonner.com

Matthew Tonner is an American musician and music producer. ^{[1] [2] [3] [4]} Tonner is known as a member of Florida-based indie folk band The 502s, ^{[5] [6]} producing and performing multiple instruments on their debut album Because We Had To and their breakthrough album Could It Get Better Than This ^{[7] [8]} including the band's biggest hit to date "Just a Little While". ^[9] He is a former member of the electropop duo Destima ^{[10] [11]} and of Laney Jones and the Spirits. ^{[12] [13] [14]} He is also known for his solo music under the mononym Tonner. ^{[15] [16] [17]}

Biography

Tonner was born and raised in Shorewood, Wisconsin. ^[18] He received a degree in music from Rollins College, where he also met songwriting collaborator Laney Jones. ^{[19] [20]} Tonner co-produced and performed on Laney Jones’ 2016 self-titled album, which received critical acclaim from Rolling Stone, ^[21] Paste Magazine, ^[22] Elmore Magazine ^[23] and The Lefort Report, the latter of which declared the album "easily one of the Best Albums of 2016". ^[24]

In 2017, Tonner was recruited by The 502s to produce their full-length album “Because We Had To” and joined their live band shortly afterward. ^{[25] [26]} The album received critical acclaim from PopMatters and Cowboys and Indians. ^{[27] [28]} Also in 2017, Tonner produced the self-titled full length album for Orlando based folk band Beemo; ^[29] the lead single from Beemo's album "Did For You" (which featured piano and arrangements from Tonner), later appeared in the 2021 film Red Rocket. ^[30]

Tonner has continued as an active member of The 502s and produced their follow up album Could It Get Better Than This ^{[31] [32] [33]} which included the group’s breakout singles “Magdalene” and “Just A Little While”.

In 2020, Tonner began releasing music under his own name, culminating in the Whispers in the Dark EP. His debut single “Criminal” was co-produced with Jordan Shih of Orlando electronic band SALES. ^{[34] [35] [36]}

In early 2022 Tonner released "Suspense", the first single from his upcoming new solo album. ^[37] In May 2022, Tonner released his next single "Volcano", a song inspired by climate change and the 2021 Gulf of Mexico fires. ^[38] "Volcano" received critical attention and praise for its melodic songwriting and production. ^{[39] [40] [41]} Another single "Castles" was released in July 2022 ^{[42] [43]} Tonner also announced the new album will be titled "Walls Come Down", to be released in fall 2022. ^{[44] [45] [46]}

Discography

with The 502s

Title	Album details	Credits
Because We Had To	Release: June 29, 2018 Label: Self-released Format: Vinyl 12", digital download, CD	Producer Guitars Keyboards Backing Vocals
Could It Get Better Than This	Release: October 15, 2021 Label: Self-released Format: Vinyl 12", digital download, CD	Producer Songwriter Guitars Keyboards Backing Vocals
Just Another EP	Release: September 23, 2022 Label: Self-released Format: digital download, CD	Producer Songwriter Guitars Keyboards Mandolin Backing Vocals
Stories To Tell	Release: March 10, 2023 Label: Self-released Format: digital download, CD	Producer Songwriter Guitars Keyboards Backing Vocals
Pure Serotonin	Release: August 4, 2023 Label: Self-released Format: digital download, CD	Producer Songwriter Guitars Keyboards Backing Vocals
The 502s	Release: April 12, 2024 Label: Mick Music Format: Vinyl 12", digital download, CD	Producer Songwriter Backing Vocals
The 502s Live, 2024	Release: December 13, 2024 Label: Mick Music Format: Vinyl 12", digital download	Guitars Keyboards Backing Vocals

as Tonner

Title	Album details	Credits
Whispers In The Dark	Release: September 23, 2020 Label: Self-released Format: digital download	Producer Songwriter Guitars Keyboards Horns Vocals
Walls Come Down	Release: April 14, 2023 Label: Self-released Format: digital download	Producer Songwriter Guitars Keyboards Horns Vocals

with Laney Jones

Title	Album details	Credits
Beyond the Blue	Release: January 1, 2012 Label: Self-released Format: digital download CD	Producer Guitars Backing Vocals
Golden Road	Release: July 12, 2013 Label: Self-released Format: digital download CD	Producer Songwriter Guitars Keyboards Backing Vocals
Laney Jones	Release: March 11, 2016 Label: Tone Tree Format: Vinyl 12", digital download, CD	Executive Producer Songwriter Guitars Keyboards Clarinet Backing Vocals
Stories Up High	Release: May 20, 2022 Format: Vinyl 12", digital download, CD	Songwriter ("Secret Weapon")

References

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2. Le-Huu, Bao (March 9, 2016). "Orlando singer Laney Jones' new album is perhaps the best indication of where this up-and-coming singer is headed". Orlando Weekly.
3. "Tonner's diverse skills shine on smooth single 'Criminal'". March 24, 2020.
4. "SIGT FREE Dance Party ft. The Dropout & Someday River | Orlando Fringe Festival Lawn, Loch Haven Park | Friday, May 18, 2018". 14 May 2018.
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10. "What's The Best Electric Guitar? - 10 Guitarists Weigh In". May 14, 2018.
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13. Smith, Andy (April 2, 2014). "Belk Music Showcase and This Weekend in Charlotte". Charlotte Daily Observer.
14. "How To 'Work It Out': Laney Jones' Guide To A Lively Spirit, Majestic Life [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]". HNGN. August 21, 2015.
15. "Tonner Displays His Vulnerability In Smooth New Single "Criminal"". April 10, 2020.
16. Downs, Chad (March 20, 2020). "Tonner Unleashes Indie-Tinged Original "Criminal"". RaverRafting.
17. "Tonner - "Train to Paris"". Tilt Mag. March 29, 2020.
18. Teich, Mitch (August 30, 2016). "Laney Jones Crafts a Sound All Her Own". WUWM.
19. Le-Huu, Bao (March 9, 2016). "Orlando singer Laney Jones' new album is perhaps the best indication of where this up-and-coming singer is headed". Orlando Weekly.
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25. Osborn, Dave. "Music for the pandemic: Florida band The 502s plays music that makes you smile". Naples News.
26. McKinnon, Jen (April 7, 2018). "Florida Live Music Recap - March 2018".
27. "Song Premiere: The 502s' "According to Me" - C&I Magazine". Cowboys and Indians Magazine. May 14, 2018.
28. "The 502s Embrace the Sounds of Celebration with Because We Had To (album premiere)". PopMatters. June 21, 2018.
29. "WHAT WE DID FOR "DID FOR YOU"". BeemoBand.com. 14 November 2017.
30. "BEEMO TUNE, "DID FOR YOU" FOR "RED ROCKET" MOVIE". BeemoBand.com. 9 December 2021.
31. Osborn, Dave. "Music for the pandemic: Florida band The 502s plays music that makes you smile". Naples News.
32. Lieber, Sara Jae (March 26, 2021). "The 502s Release New Single 'Leading Lady'". Broadway World.
33. Giles, Jessica (2 December 2021). "Try Not To Smile When You Listen To The 502s". Flamingo Mag.
34. "Tonner's diverse skills shine on smooth single 'Criminal'". Music Crowns. March 24, 2020.
35. "Tonner - "Criminal"". Tilt Mag. March 29, 2020.
36. "Music Review: Tonner – Train to Paris". XttraWave. March 29, 2020. Archived from the original on May 28, 2020.
37. Le-Huu, Bao (February 9, 2022). "Orlando's Matthew Tonner maps moody pop territory with fresh single 'Suspense'". Orlando Weekly.
38. "TONNER Erupts with New Single 'Volcano' [Listen]". 13 May 2022.
39. "Tonner – Volcano". 18 May 2022.
40. "FreshNewTracks » Tonner – "Volcano"".
41. "Tonner Shares Captivating New Single".
42. "Tonner delivers sumptuous pop single 'Castles'". indiemusic.com. 20 July 2022.
43. "Tonner Brings Colorful Singles to Life in 'Castles' | RaverRafting". RaverRafting.com. 15 July 2022.
44. "TONNER – "Volcano"". 22 May 2022.
45. "Tonner - "Volcano"". 23 May 2022.
46. "Tonner – "Volcano"".