Born on April 20, 2000, in Quito, Ecuador, Matias Cevallos discovered his passion for music at an early age. By age six, he was already playing the piano with remarkable skill, and soon after, his creativity blossomed as he began experimenting with Logic Pro 8. These formative experiences set him on the path to a lifelong journey in music.

Now 24, Matias has built a dynamic career as a music technologist, composer, and advocate for diversity and inclusion. He holds a degree in Music Composition for Contemporary Media from Universidad San Francisco de Quito, where he was awarded a talent scholarship. Mentored by Grammy Award-winning producer Kevin Bowe, he is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Music Technology at Georgia Tech.

Matias’s portfolio includes collaborations with organizations such as UNICEF, WHO, USAID, and Ecuador’s Ministry of Health. He has combined his passion for music and storytelling to create projects promoting social change, health campaigns, and education, particularly for low-income communities. His advocacy also extends to LGBTQ+ rights and equity, using his work to amplify marginalized voices and foster cultural understanding.

Among his notable projects are collaborations with psychologist and professional dancer Emilia Garrido on the award-winning dance piece *I Used to Live in the Mountains (The Descent Towards the Sea)* and *A Place in Between,* a groundbreaking work shedding light on neurodivergence in the arts. These projects underscore Matias’s dedication to exploring themes of identity, inclusion, and representation through creative expression.

As a solo artist, Matias performs under the moniker *Mats,* blending alternative synth-pop influences into his music. His most recent release, the EP *Fragmentos Completos Pt. 1,* features six tracks showcasing his innovative approach to sound. With over 400,000 streams across platforms, his work as a songwriter and producer has also supported the careers of independent artists like Zevv, Mvsi, Marto, and Young Alex.

Proudly rooted in his Ecuadorian heritage, Matias brings a global outlook to his work, celebrating the intersection of culture, music, and technology, his projects continue to challenge boundaries, foster inclusivity, and inspire others to embrace their authentic selves.