Matthew Hitt facts for kids
Matthew James Hitt (born May 30, 1987) is a Welsh model and musician. He is best known as the lead singer and guitarist for the indie rock band Drowners. Since 2023, he has also been a touring member for the band the Vaccines.
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Early Life and Education
Matthew Hitt grew up in Rhondda, Wales. He later studied English literature at Cardiff University.
Career Journey
Modeling Work
In 2011, Hitt moved to New York City. He went there to start a career in modeling.
Early Music: The Muscle Club
Before Drowners, Matthew Hitt was part of a band called The Muscle Club. This band was based in London. He was a member from 2008 to 2010.
Forming Drowners
After moving to New York, Matthew Hitt started the band Drowners. He met the other band members through friends. They discovered they all played instruments. They also shared a love for rock 'n roll music.
In 2013, Hitt explained how the band formed. He said they met and found out they all played music. They enjoyed similar types of rock music.
The band got its name when Justin Hayward-Young from The Vaccines called Hitt. Young asked if Hitt had a band ready to open for The Vaccines. At that time, Hitt's band didn't have a name. Hitt was listening to the song "The Drowners" by Suede. He decided to use that name for his new band.
Hitt has described the lyrics for Drowners' songs. He says they often have a serious or sad meaning. However, the music itself is usually upbeat and good for dancing.
