Uncle Kracker

Uncle Kracker
Uncle Kracker performing at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in 2023
Uncle Kracker performing at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in 2023
Background information
Birth nameMatthew Shafer
Born (1974-06-06) June 6, 1974 (age 50)
Mount Clemens, Michigan, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • musician
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • turntables
Years active1987–present
Labels
Websiteunclekracker.com

Matthew Shafer (born June 6, 1974), also known by his stage name Uncle Kracker, is an American singer and musician. He was previously a turntablist for Kid Rock's backing group Twisted Brown Trucker and since 1999 has recorded as a solo artist. His singles "Follow Me" and "Drift Away" were top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100.

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  2. ^ Dukes, Billy (October 8, 2012). "Little Big Town vs. Uncle Kracker – The Showdown". Taste of Country. a man best known for his success in the pop-rock world.
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