Matthew Sully Sullivan grew up in Virginia just outside of Washington DC. At an early age he was drawn to the music of Bruce Springsteen. “The first album I ever bought was Greetings From Asbury Park and my first rock concert was “The River Tour” at the Capital Center at the age of 14 years”. Sully played guitar as a teenager and with local bands after high school before receiving a scholarship to Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) where he graduated with honors. Sully received a Bachelors of Music in Jazz Studies and classical guitar and was fortunate to study for two of his 4 years with jazz legend Ellis Marsalis (Father of Wynton & Branford).

After graduating, Sully relocated to Las Vegas in the mid-1990s, where he quickly established himself as a sought-after guitarist in the city’s thriving music scene.

During his time in Las Vegas, Sully’s talent led him to perform in major showrooms, backing renowned artists and participating in high-profile productions. His notable engagements included: Cirque Du Soleil’s Ka, David Cassidy’s shows, and Sheena Easton’s performances.These opportunities in Las Vegas served as a springboard for Sully’s career, leading to touring opportunities with many of the artists and shows he had worked with in the city.

In 2004, Sully co-founded Bruce In The USA, a high-energy musical tribute celebrating the music of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. Originally launched at Las Vegas’s Aladdin V Theatre, the show quickly grew into one of the top tribute acts in the world, acclaimed for its authenticity and powerful live performances.  Initially conceived as a side project, the show’s popularity has led to a successful 20-year run, with ongoing tours across the United States and internationally.

Sully also leads his own rock band, The Sullied, which released the critically praised album Meltdown in 2002. The album earned recognition from reviewers such as MusicDish.com, which called it one of the best rock releases of the year. “The Sullied” – The self-titled follow-up CD, was also well-received and showcased a diverse range of Sully’s musical influences by blending elements from artists like Jimi Hendrix to composers such as Igor Stravinsky.