Matt Dennis

Matt Dennis, who was born into a musical family in Seattle, joined the Horace Heidt Orchestra in the 1930s, later working with Dick Haymes, Martha Tilton and the Stafford Sisters.  Following his success with Tom Adair, Dennis went on to military service in World War II.  After his return, Dennis worked in radio and night clubs and achieved success as a jazz vocalist and pianist, recording a number of albums.  His 1953 composition, “Angel Eyes” (with lyrics by Earl Brent) is a much performed standard.