About the Artist

Matt Balane is a conscious hip-hop artist, spoken word poet, and inspirational speaker based from the Inland Empire area. Known for his raw honesty and powerful storytelling, Matt brings a message of resilience and healing to audiences worldwide. His work, which focuses on mental health, identity, and hope, resonates with youth, people in recovery, and anyone navigating life’s challenges.

Now, with the release of his debut book, Rhymes of Reflection, Matt is embarking on a book tour to share this transformative collection of 50+ poems. The book delves into themes of Identity, Connection, Nature, and Introspection, blending his lyrical voice with deeply personal reflections and select spoken word pieces.

Each event on the tour will bring Matt's words to life, creating an interactive spaces, workshops and open mics for readers to explore the power of poetry as a tool for healing and self-discovery. Join Matt Balane as he invites audiences to reflect, connect, and find strength through his words, and experience a journey that goes beyond poetry into the heart of the human experience.