20 year-old singer-songwriter Tyler Matl is an emerging talent with a compelling story of how music became is passion. This talented artist is no stranger to hard work and adversity. At only five years old Tyler suffered with the loss of his biological father and was diagnosed with a rare neurological condition. Being bullied was a painful reminder that he was different. Music became his refuge. He channeled his emotions into his music, determined to make a difference and share his message with the world.