Danny Mattin
Hammond Organ & Rock Keyboards
A British keyboard player recognised across the UK rock circuit for his powerful Hammond organ sound and energetic stage presence.
Hammond Organ & Rock Keyboards
A British keyboard player recognised across the UK rock circuit for his powerful Hammond organ sound and energetic stage presence.
Danny Mattin is a Hammond organ driven rock keyboard player whose sound blends classic analogue power with modern stage instruments including the Nord Stage IV, Korg and Kurzweil keyboards. Known for expressive live performances, he also adds backing vocals and occasional harmonica to the mix.
Originally trained as an actor with a degree in drama, music had always been close at hand. Growing up in a household where his father played keyboards, the sound of Hammond organ was part of everyday life. A turning point came when he heard Jon Lord of Deep Purple — and the power of rock changed his direction completely.
He studied with Rod Argent of The Zombies, Phil Lanzon of Uriah Heep and Deep Purple keyboardist Don Airey, receiving private masterclasses from Jon Lord himself. With this foundation Danny went on to perform widely across the UK and Europe.
Full Biography & Credits
The Hammond organ sits at the centre of everything. Paired with a traditional Leslie rotating speaker, it defines Danny's sound — shifting from warm blues textures to the full roar of classic rock.
Alongside the Hammond, Danny uses stage keyboards from Korg and Kurzweil. Signal quality is shaped by equipment from Radial and boutique preamps from Lounsberry Pedals.
"Music ain't about the notes, it's about the way you play them."
— Miles Davis