Matthew Stevens live in Gardone Riviera

Experience Matthew Stevens live on July 8th

Matthew Stevens is scheduled to perform at Festival Del Vittoriale Tener-A-Mente in Gardone Riviera, Italy on July 8, 2026. Stevens is a guitarist known for a highly individual style blending jazz improvisation with elements of electronic music, progressive rock, and hip-hop influenced soundscapes. His work often features intricate harmonic structures, sophisticated rhythmic interplay, and extensive use of effects processing. He has released several critically acclaimed albums as a leader and collaborated with artists such as Esperanza Spalding and Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah.

Festival Del Vittoriale Tener-A-Mente takes place at the Vittoriale degli Italiani, a historic estate built by the poet Gabriele d’Annunzio. Established in 2014, the festival focuses on contemporary music—particularly jazz, progressive rock, and world music—within the unique architectural and cultural context of d’Annunzio’s former residence. The festival aims to create a dialogue between musical innovation and the historical significance of the location, offering performances in both indoor and outdoor spaces within the Vittoriale grounds. It has become recognized for its curated lineups featuring internationally renowned artists alongside emerging talents.