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Matthew Shapira (born 12 May 1992 in Manhattan, New York) is an American musician best known as the guitarist for the local puerto rican band "Matt and Diego." Matt lived in New York until moving to Levittown, Puerto Rico where he currently lives. Although known primarily for his Lead and Slide Guitar as demonstrated on the album "When the Smoke Clears," Matt also plays bass, and mandolin (which he does on the album as well). Matt met up with and co found "Matt and Diego" with drummer and Percussionist Diego Quinterro. Matt also formed the band Terrain with members Diego Quinterro and Manuel Rodriguez on drums and bass respectively. After bassist Manuel Rodriguez departured from the band, Matt took over bass guitar duties and the bands name changed to "Matt and Diego."

Local Influence
Matt has played local shows both with Diego and with other local musicains such as guitarist Irvin Santiago, and saxist Vincent Jackson. Matt has had a prolific influence on various musicains through out the San Juan metropolitan area. Both his amusing stage presence and bluesy lead playing have influenced many aspiring guitarists.

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Removing Speedy at Sobriety Test, The Best of Matt & Diego
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