Matt Collins, independent singer and songwriter based out of Jacksonville, Fla., has recently been selected to perform for the inaugural meeting of America’s PremierExperts™ at The Hard Rock Hotel in Orlando, Florida.

Jacksonville, Fla. – September 12, 2008 – On Friday, September 12^th, Matt Collins will be performing a private concert for the inaugural meeting of America’s PremierExperts™ at the Hard Rock Hotel in Orlando, Fla.  Matt Collins is an accomplished singer, songwriter and recording artist based out of Jacksonville, Florida.  Matt will be performing for the 2008-2009 class of America’s PremierExperts™, an organization that honors an exclusive group of Celebrity Experts who are dedicated to spreading knowledge and awareness in their field of expertise and making significant contributions to their industry and the marketplace as a whole.

 Matt Collins said, “I’m really excited to be performing for the type of people who I try to model my music career after.  These are entrepreneurs who have found a way to make themselves stand out from everyone else in their industry.  The music industry is no different.  The music community is constantly expanding, and it’s the forward-thinking musicians that will be able to find a niche in a crowded marketplace.” 

Matt will be performing on Friday, September 12^th at 5:30pm.  The event, however, is not open to the public.

About Matt Collins:

 Matt Collins is the epitome of the “do-it-yourself” musician.  Matt is a self-taught guitarist, singer and songwriter, and a successful independent recording artist.  Matt began writing and playing music professionally while attending the University of Florida.  For over 10 years, Matt was the lead singer and guitarist for nationally accomplished Independent Pop/Rock band Longwood (later named The Treatment.)

 Matt enjoyed numerous accolades and successes with this band including winning an international songwriting competition in 2004, 2 nationally released albums, “Top 20 Most Played” on XM Unsigned Radio, showcases for major record labels, Gator Growl performance at the University of Florida for over 60,000 people, and several national brand endorsements.

 More recently, Matt has had music featured on the hit TV shows “The Ghost Whisperer” on CBS, “Whistler” on CTV, and “Lincoln Heights” on ABC Family.  Matt’s music has also been featured in a national ad campaign for MTV’s Road Rules and Jeep Automobiles.

 In 2007, Matt released his debut album “Short & Sweet” to great reviews and is currently working on a side project with his brother Bo, called “The Collins Brothers.”  Matt has also begun work on his second full-length studio release.  Matt’s music is available on iTunes, as well as most major music download websites.

 Fans of Matt’s are drawn to his powerful, soulful vocal style coupled with a rare ability to write insightful, sometimes witty, lyrics with infectious melodies.   Matt is the epitome of the “do-it-yourself” musician by taking control of his career and has found a way to find success in an increasingly crowded marketplace.  Matt finances his own recordings, marketing and merchandise, and continues to build a rapidly growing fan base with only the power of his music and forward-thinking marketing practices.

 To hear streaming audio of Matt Collins’ debut album, and for up-to-date news, visit Matt’s website at www.MattCollinsOnline.com

 About America’s PremierExperts™ LLC: 

America’s PremierExperts™ is an organization that recognizes celebrity experts in their field of business and offers entrepreneurs and professionals exclusive, invitation-only, opportunities for further exposure and growth in the marketplace.  JW Dicks, Esq. & Nick Nanton, Esq., attorneys by trade and entrepreneurs by choice, founded America’s PremierExperts™ and The Ultimate Celebrity Branding Experience™ to honor entrepreneurs and business people who are dedicated to spreading knowledge and awareness in their field of expertise and making significant contributions to their industry and the marketplace as a whole.  For more information about America’s PremierExperts™ LLC visit www.AmericasPremierExperts.com.