JOHNNY MATT (formerly known as ABSTRACT), real names - Tshepo Jonathan Motshephe, born 22nd August 1997, is an independent recording hip-hop/rap musician and record producer.
JOHNNY MATT discovered his love for music at an early age of 16. He pursued his passion for music which drove him to learn how to produce and compose his own songs. This was the genesis of the artists he is today. His music is an expedition of his artistry through his life experiences thus being relatable.
“He sounds young and vibrant and shows us how self-aware he is without being self-centred and unbearable. I’m convinced that there is a demand for this type of laid-back confidence that he seems to possess in his music, and we have no doubt that he has more in store for his supporters this year to solidify his stance as well. This is to say he’s who to keep an eye and ear out for next in SA’s hip-hop freshmen scene” – Mandisa Ntside, Zkhiphani (2018)
