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1.
Glanced Horizon
2.
Maple Leaves
3.
Tilt
4.
Winter
5.
For a Better Year 05:52
6.
Tumble
7.
Untitled 2
8.
Candle
9.
Four Years

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Matthew J. Rolin’s “Twos” for the Dead Currencies Label is a collection of one offs & self released singles recorded from 2021-2023, along with two brand new tracks. “Twos” spiritually follows the 2021 self-released album of singles entitled, appropriately enough, “Ones,” and sequentially, it follows the brilliant 2022 LP “Passing” for the American Dreams Label. Always writing & recording, always playing, stretching & searching, this collection sounds as cohesive and measured as if Rolin had sat down and wrote and recorded it as a whole, meticulously planning each sweep & swell from opening track to close. Once finalized and fleshed out, the collection was mastered by Mikey Young (Parquet Courts, Mute Duo).

Matthew J. Rolin’s emotionally resonant fingerstyle guitar is a direct result of his d.i.y. upbringing. Created primarily on solitary acoustic six or twelve strings, these pieces are technically stunning but not afraid to wander, offering a surreal and sometimes psychedelic counterpoint to instrumental guitar music modeled more traditionally after American Primitive sounds. Deep roots in punk, noise, and other fiercely independent music and cultural communities informs every step of Rolin’s hyper specific approach, including his prolific release schedule, embrace of collaboration, experimental edges, and non-stop touring that’s more likely to find him playing at a gnarled house show or d.i.y. venue than in a stuffy auditorium.

"Twos" has the immediacy and the intimacy of improvisation at its best. Always teetering and in constant motion, it is only because the affair is guided by such a steady & experienced hand, that it doesn't fall apart completely. It's an exhilarating listen.

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releases May 17, 2024

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