About Don Matthews (Matthew Reardon)

Investigative Journalist · Songwriter · Civil Rights Activist · Web Developer · Founder

Matthew Reardon, also known as Don Matthews, is an investigative journalist, songwriter, civil rights activist, web developer, and the founder of We The People News, Civil Rights Hub, Tyrant Cam, and Bad Actors Music. Based in Mississippi, he has dedicated his career to exposing civil rights violations, holding institutions accountable, and amplifying the voices of citizens whose stories go untold by mainstream media.

Bad Actors Music

The Bad Actors album is a 17-track sonic case file documenting named corruption across North Mississippi and the Southeast. Released September 1, 2025 as a free digital download. Explore all 17 tracks.

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