Matthew James Traynor is an American musician that primarily performs metalcore, and best known for being the former drummer of the metalcore band Blessthefall from its formation in 2004 until his departure in 2018. He is originally from Massapequa, New York, but moved to Phoenix, Arizona and eventually helped form Blessthefall.[2]
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Matthew James Traynor |
| Born | June 24, 1987 |
| Origin | Massapequa, New York, U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Drums |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Labels | |
Background edit
Traynor has been playing drums since 2000.[3] Traynor started his musical career with bassist Jared Warth and guitarist Mike Frisby in 2002.[4] The trio formed the band and hired vocalist Craig Mabbitt in early 2004.[4] Traynor is one of the only two remaining original members, the other being Warth, after Frisby left the band in 2011. In 2018, Traynor announced his departure from the band.[5]
Personal life edit
Traynor married fitness blogger and personal trainer Brianna Stevens on March 21, 2015.[6] They announced that Brianna was pregnant with their first born son, later announced to be named Jaxin James Traynor,[7][8] on February 15, 2017, and will be expecting him around September the same year.[9] Jaxin was born on September 21, 2017. As of 2020 Traynor posted himself on Instagram working as a postal worker with United States Postal Service in Scottsdale, Arizona.[10]
Influences edit
Traynor states that his three biggest influences were Travis Barker of Blink 182, Jordan Mancino of As I Lay Dying, and Matt Greiner of August Burns Red.[11]
Discography edit
References edit
- ^ Pitz, Keegan (January 24, 2016). "Hanging Out With Matt Traynor of Bless The Fall". Rock Star Dreams. Retrieved December 13, 2016.
- ^ "Matt Traynor of blessthefall". The Hotseat. September 21, 2015. Retrieved December 13, 2016.
- ^ "Matt Traynor of blessthefall". Modern Drummer. August 23, 2013. Retrieved December 13, 2016.
- ^ a b D. Buchanan, John. "Biography: Blessthefall". AllMusic. Retrieved December 20, 2016.
- ^ "Blessthefall drummer, co-founder leaves band". Lambgoat. August 20, 2018. Retrieved August 21, 2018.
- ^ "Instagram post by Matt Traynor • Mar 22, 2015 at 4:01pm UTC". Instagram. Archived from the original on December 26, 2021. Retrieved February 25, 2017.
- ^ "Instagram post by Matt Traynor". Instagram. Archived from the original on December 26, 2021. Retrieved April 28, 2017.
- ^ "Instagram post by Matt Traynor". Instagram. Archived from the original on December 26, 2021. Retrieved April 28, 2017.
- ^ "Instagram post by BRIANNA • Feb 15, 2017 at 3:09pm UTC". Instagram. Archived from the original on December 26, 2021. Retrieved February 25, 2017.
- ^ "Login • Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved August 7, 2023.
{{cite web}}: Cite uses generic title (help) - ^ Gallagher, Regina (January 1, 2014). "Artist Interview: Matt Traynor of Blessthefall". Rock On Philly. Retrieved December 20, 2016.
External links edit
- Matt Traynor on Instagram
- Matt Traynor on Zildjian Cymbals
- Pitz, Keegan (March 4, 2016). "On Set with Matt Traynor of Bless The Fall". Rock Star Dreams. Retrieved December 13, 2016.