Nashville, Tenn. (October 10, 2025) — Curb Records newcomer MATTHEWS unveils a moment of infinite hope on “Broken Forever,” out today (10/10) — listen HERE. Offering a reminder that seasons change and every circumstance is temporary MATTHEWS pairs an R&B groove and emotional depth with a soaring vocal that attests to God’s ability to turn weeping into dancing and ashes into beauty.

A song for the wounded, the hopeless and the lost, “Broken Forever” stands as a welcome porch light, beckoning the weary soul home. The South African multi-instrumentalist wrote the track with Michael Farren and Tedd T., who also co-produced the ballad with MATTHEWS. “Broken Forever” follows on the heels of MATTHEWS’ feel-good debut, “Don’t Stop ’Til.” Watch the animated lyric video for his first funky original HERE.

With his earliest connection to music deeply rooted in the church, the multi-instrumentalist co-wrote RIAA Platinum-certified hit “Here As In Heaven” and Gold-certified singles “Resurrecting” and “Echo,” cementing his reputation as a gifted songwriter and powerful singer. Now, he’s stepping into a bold new era as a solo artist, melding his diverse musical influences with his honest, conversational lyrical style to create authentic, hopeful art that reminds listeners light can always be found — even in the darkest of moments.

Stream or purchase “Broken Forever” HERE. Follow MATTHEWS’ journey on Instagram @matthewsphere.

About MATTHEWS:

MATTHEWS is a South African-born, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for his powerful, soul-stirring vocals and innovative sound that blends multiple genres. First gaining recognition as a writer and artist on RIAA Gold-certified songs “Resurrecting” and “Echo,” along with RIAA Platinum-certified “Here As In Heaven,” MATTHEWS has evolved into a bold solo artist, crafting music that fuses gospel, alternative R&B, and anthemic soul. With his forthcoming Curb Records debut solo album, The Darkest Light, he steps into a new creative era — one that embraces raw storytelling, organic musicianship, and an unfiltered expression of faith and transformation. “Don’t Stop ’Til” and ”Broken Forever” are available now.

About Curb Records:

Celebrating 60 years in business, Curb Records is the largest independently distributed record company in America. Owned and operated by Mike Curb and founded in 1964, Curb Records has achieved 435 number one records, over 1,500 Top Ten records and charted over 4,500 total records. With over a half century in operation, Curb Records has been influential in the careers of some of the biggest names in music, including: Tim McGraw, Hank Williams Jr., Rodney Atkins, Lee Brice, LeAnn Rimes, The Judds, Dylan Scott, Sawyer Brown, for KING + COUNTRY, Wyn Starks, Wynonna, Lyle Lovett, Big Daddy Weave, We Are Messengers, Natalie Grant, Jo Dee Messina, Hannah Ellis, Mo Pitney, Hal Ketchum, and Kelsey Hart, among many others.

For more info on MATTHEWS, visit the JFH Artists Database.

 

 

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