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Matter Of Fact (band)
Matter Of Fact (MOF) is a christian power-pop/rock band from Cincinnati, Ohio formed in 2006. They consist of Rebekah Lyons (lead vocals, keyboards), Mike Lyons (bass, vocals), Don Mueller (guitar, vocals) and Mark Shively (drums).

Band Bio
Matter Of Fact hails from the suburbs of Cincinnati, Ohio. The band is comprised of members coming from different walks of life, united by a passion for making good music that is fun to play. Matter Of Fact has released two full length studio albums and a single. All are available on iTunes, Amazon, CDBaby and also directly from Matter Of Fact.

Over the past few years, Matter Of Fact has played at various venues, ranging from churches, battle of the band competitions, major festivals & county fairs, parties and various events in Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia. Matter Of Fact plays locally and regionally and has opened for several national touring artists.

The band brings the style of rock and pop together, morphing those styles into something that appeals to a wide audience. Matter Of Fact has a sound that combines powerful guitar leads and rhythm riffs with piano driven melodic pop. A terrific blend of smooth vocals, thoughtful lyrics, and pure emotion are what defines the group's sound.

Songwriter and keyboardist Rebekah Lyons heads up the dynamic sound of Matter Of Fact on lead vocals and keys. Rebekah has been playing piano, singing, and writing music for as long as she can remember. Her pop melodies and thought provoking lyrics are where the music starts for the band. She has played and recorded as a soloist, as well as being a keyboardist and vocalist for several touring christian bands. Rocking the lead and rhythm guitars is Don Mueller. Don has been playing guitar in bands since 2001. Ranging from searing leads to subtle riffs, Don is the perfect guitarist to complement the rest of the band. Providing all the low end is bassist, Mike Lyons. Mike helps meld everything together, laying down the low end. The other part of the rhythm section is Mark Shively on drums. Mark brings extensive playing, touring, and recording experience to the mix. His attention to detail, focus and musicianship is the final piece in creating what makes Matter Of Fact unique.

Their self-titled full length debut CD was released in 2008. The album was recorded and mastered at Sounds Underground Studio, Trenton, Ohio by Mitch Wyatt. [1] Their much anticipated sophomore album was released in 2013. This album was also recorded and mastered by Mitch Wyatt at Sounds Underground Studio, now located in Phoenix, Arizona.

Discography
Matter Of Fact (self-titled debut album)
 * Searching
 * Cali Kids
 * Offering
 * Anger
 * Psalm 62
 * Collision
 * Biding Time
 * Take Me With You
 * Something Else
 * Trump Card
 * Trump Card

Look At Me (single 2012)
 * Look At Me
 * Look At Me

Purpose (sophomore album 2013)
 * Purpose
 * Rock
 * Look at Me
 * Secrets
 * Magenta
 * Circles
 * Mystery
 * Time
 * Nemesis
 * I Know Who Holds Tomorrow
 * I Know Who Holds Tomorrow

Equipment used by Matter Of Fact
Guitars:
 * Paul Reed Smith
 * Gibson Les Paul
 * Fender Telecaster
 * Fender Precision Deluxe Bass Guitar

Instrument Speakers & Amplifiers:
 * Fender Hot Rod Deluxe III 2x12
 * Mesa Roadster 2x12
 * Ampeg Cabinet 4x10
 * Hartke HA3500 Bass Head
 * Roland KC350 Keyboard Amplifier

Keyboards:
 * Kawai ESX
 * Korg microKorg Synthesizer

Drums & Percussion:
 * Yamaha Birch Custom Absolute Nouveau Drums (6 drums)
 * Roland TDW-20 V-Pro Electronic Drums (6 drums)
 * Tama Iron Cobra Power Glide Pedals (single & double)
 * Yamaha HS950 & DW 9000 Series Stands
 * Paiste, Sabian, & Zildjian Cymbals
 * Various LP Percussion Instruments
 * Pork Pie Drum Throne
 * SKB & ATA Drum Cases

Misc:
 * Shure PSM200 Personal Monitor System
 * Shure E2 In-Ear Monitors
 * Sennheiser EW300 In-Ear Monitor System
 * Line 6 Delay Pedals
 * Boss Distortion Pedal
 * Boss EQ Pedal
 * Shure Beta, SM57 & SM58 Mics
 * Electro-Voice ND Series Mics
 * Sennheiser E904 Drum Mics

Former Members

 * Ben Waters- (Drums, vocals, songwriter) (2006-2010)
 * Shane Pergrem- (Guitar, vocals, songwriter) (2006-2007)

Musical Influences

 * The Fray, Ben Folds, Newsboys, Maroon 5, Third Day, Michael W. Smith, Steven Curtis Chapman, Kutless, Rich Mullins, Jars of Clay, Ellison, Saves The Day, Miles Davis, Daphine Loves Derby, Bottomline, Rilo Kiley, Beck, Further Seems Forever, The Used, Counting Crows, Gin Blossoms, Cake, Norah Jones, Lauren Hill, U2, Switchfoot, and Sixpence None the Richer.