From Chicago, Illinois

From last.fm:

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, painter, and writer Matthew Santos has established himself as one of the rare and striking voices quickly emerging from the Windy City's music scene. With a growing fan base hailing him for his ethereal voice, Santos has secured his place in current music with his distinguished style and elusive musical gift. With seemingly endless versatility, his distinctive sound is emotionally complex, delicate and lyrically profound. Read more about Matthew Santos on Last.fm.