Matthew Shafer

Rock Singer

Birthday June 6, 1974

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Mount Clemens, MS

Age 49 years old

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About

Singer and musician best known by his stage name Uncle Kracker. He released the double-Platinum album Double Wide, featuring the song "Follow Me." In 2012, he released his fifth studio album Midnight Special. 

Before Fame

He started spending a lot of time with Kid Rock after his brother competed against the musician in a turntable competition.

Trivia

He sang "Drift Away," which got to #9 on the Billboard Hot 100, and has worked with artists such as Kenny Chesney. In 2007, he was arrested for a second-degree sex offense charge and released on bond.

Family Life

He married Melanie Haas in 1998 and they raised three kids together.

Associated With

He was a DJ for Kid Rock as well as being one of his best friends.