Bio

BIOGRAPHY

Matthew.Gear is an Australian electronic music producer, songwriter, and DJ blending R&B, hip hop, EDM, and pop. Known for his dynamic live energy under the DJ alias GRZA, he’s performed at Darwin Festival 2025, Bassinthegrass, and Eden Festival, supporting headline acts like Guy Sebastian and L.A.B. His debut album LIFEBUOY merges genre-bending production with emotional storytelling, receiving support from Rolling Hype, Triple J and Hot 100 Darwin (National Commercial Radios).

Music Production & Songwriting

As a multi instrumentalist, record producer, songwriter, vocalist and DJ, Matthew brings a diverse range of skills and influences to his music. Self-taught in guitar and music theory, Matthew honed his skills from online resources. His passion for infinite creativity drove him to co-found psychedelic funk rock band Flower Punch, as well as collaborate on singles. Matthew’s rock roots eventually led him to music production, where he refined his craft across various South Australian studios.

Matthew.Gear producing and recording drums at Yolngu Radio, Nhulunbuy. Image courtesy of Aris & Grimes.

 Debut Album & Collaborations

Matthew’s portfolio boasts self-produced tracks, remixes and collaborations, showcasing his distinctive beat making, production and songwriting style. His debut album, LIFEBUOY, exemplifies versatility and innovation, blending genres and pushing boundaries. Notably, his single with Irish Topline artist Sarah O’C: “IT IS IMPORTANT TO FEEL GOOD”, received widespread national radio play via Triple J’s Home and Hosed in January 2024.