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Khari Mateen

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Film Composer | Tech lover | Whatever Your Reason
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Hello friends! I want to send love to the one and only @missjillscott Throughout her career, Ms. Scott has lived in our hearts, minds, and ears…supporting the arts and leading with a kind of creativity that impacts generations. I know that personally because years ago she gave me the opportunity to work with her. To have my creativity paired with hers is something I’ll carry with me for the rest of my life. I’m grateful to be part of her new album “To Whom This May Concern” with the record I worked on “BPOTY” featuring @tooshort The title of the album is very intentional. We’re living in a time when we all have to think about what truly concerns us and what will be handed to the generations after us. “BPOTY” speaks to a world where institutions (corporate or otherwise) exploit everyday lives. Recently someone close to me experienced a dramatic increase in the cost of a life-sustaining medication…a percentage jump that didn’t feel connected to any fair or humane economy. But beyond frustration, this project invites reflection. So when you listen, I want you to sit with a few questions: Who does this concern? Does it concern me? And what am I willing to do about it? Hope you give it a listen!
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3 months ago
Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it. Huge love and thanks to Miss Jane Elliott for the work she’s dedicated her life to — and for inspiring a film that brought together so many thoughtful, talented, and genuinely good people. None of us are perfect, but projects like this remind us that we always have the chance to be better. Being able to write music for this film has been an incredible experience, and I’m thankful for everyone who helped bring it into the world with care, intention, and heart. My hope is that when the film is out, you’ll give it a watch with an open mind and an open heart. Thank you to the @flatbushpictures team for inviting me into this journey — let’s keep pushing forward. And thank you to @sundanceorg , for so many years of championing films that challenge us to think, feel, and grow. Wishing the festival nothing but continued magic in its next chapter. So much love to @kjonuzi_ @vigface Benjamin May @jennerfurst @danlivin and Cliff. What a ride
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3 months ago
Woke up to an outpouring of love and birthday wishes this morning. Thank you to everyone who’s been with me on this journey—through life, through music, through it all. Your support means the world, and I’m here to keep growing and to help others keep moving forward too. The full video is now live on YouTube, and the song is out everywhere you listen to music. Big love to all the incredible people I met in Guadalajara, and everyone who helped bring this video to life. I appreciate you all deeply. Keep believing, keep striving for positivity, and keep creating. That’s all I’ve got. It’s been an amazing birthday. Thank you. 💛 #WhateverYourReason #NewMusic #KeepGoing
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10 months ago
Wow! @janeelliottfilm just picked up its third audience award in recent weeks at the 50th Cleveland International Film Festival! The film also received a jury honorable mention. Huge thanks to @clevelandfilm and everyone who showed up. We’re so moved by the way people are responding to the film. #JaneElliottAgainstTheWorld #JaneElliott #CIFF50
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3 months ago
Honored to be featured in the ASCAP Composer Spotlight at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. Grateful to be in community with so many incredible composers and filmmakers this year. If you’re in Park City, see you around 🎬🎶 #Sundance2026 #ASCAP #FilmComposer
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3 months ago
The Hollywood Reporter just spotlighted HOMEGROWN (dir. Michael Premo) — a film that’s taken the long festival road and is now going direct to viewers in the U.S. through Gathr. I composed the music for it, and I’m proud of what we made: It asks you to sit with the hard parts — and that’s exactly why it matters. Streaming/rental is live today (Jan 6): [LINK IN BIO]
Supporting films like this helps them find more homes…
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4 months ago
Haven’t been to Sundance in a minute… excited to be heading back. JANE ELLIOTT AGAINST THE WORLD is part of the 2026 #SundanceFilmFestival, and I’m grateful to have composed the score. Music in a film like this feels like being a character you don’t see, but you definitely feel — that’s my favorite space to be in. Can’t wait for folks to experience it. @janeelliottfilm @sundanceorg Have you heard of Ms. Elliott? @janeelliottfilm is a @flatbushpictures Production Director / Producer: @juddehrlich Producers: @maxapowers @elenagaby_ DPs: @peter_bunnz @seen.hanley Editors: @maxapowers @leahbloeme @wakeupalbs Composer: @kharrari Supervising Archival Producer: @fraukenyc Graphics: vroomizan Associate Producer: @t.sadie.a AEs: @t.sadie.a @ligikad @misterjozu Additional cinematography: @brucejamesbales @ben.bishop @swollnetten Tom Haraden @graciebeckercam +more!
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5 months ago
From the court to the collectible — Rori’s story gets a whole new platform with the launch of Champions Deck. Full team pack launching soon! 🎥 @kharrari
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5 months ago
“I ain’t never been perfect. Never said I had all the answers, but it was a dream I couldn’t live without it.” New studio in the works in Austin. I can’t wait to keep creating dreams. #newhome #musicstudio 🎵🎤 @stsisgold
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6 months ago
A while back, the team at @blowbackproductions reached out to me about working on a project covering the Hard Hat Riots in NYC. Before this documentary, I knew little about this pivotal inflection point in American history. I don’t want to give too much away, but seeing where the country is now, I can’t help but notice the echoes of history pounding on the doors of our present. History do be repeating itself. This film reveals a country divided, voices demanding to be heard, and the aftermath of decisions that shaped generations. Digging into this dialogue gave me a whole new perspective on America—I hope it does the same for you. It airs tonight on PBS. Please support public broadcasting, and share it with the folks around you. Thank you in advance.
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7 months ago
It’s been a beautiful ride sharing these stories with you. July 10 is my birthday, and I’m celebrating by dropping a new song: “Whatever Your Reason.” 🥂 Whatever it is that keeps you inspired, I hope you take a moment to celebrate it too—because I sure will. Tap in when it drops, have a listen, and maybe even have a drink for whatever your reason is. Bless y’all!🌱✨ If you’re ever in Guadalajara check out this place @lince.cafe.bar they know how to make a drink and some bomb food. #WhateverYourReason #NewMusic #BirthdayRelease #KeepItMoving
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10 months ago