My name is Matt Saunders
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Reclamation (Expanded Edition)
More Songs, More Rock, More Drums
Back in 2017 I cut the first three songs from my Reclamation record, because I felt like maybe they were a bit aggro for my scene, and slightly less polished than the stuff that stayed. However, doing so meant losing some ideas that I really liked, ditching some of my best drumming, and a lean rocker to ballad ratio.
I still like these songs, and have wanted to put them out for awhile, so I've put together a new edition of the record that returns them to their pride of place, available soon on all streaming platforms.
Reclamation Reviewed!
The Clothesline Reviews Reclamation
Adrian Miller of Songcatcher and Plan B fame was kind enough to write up my record: "...plenty of variety, strong ideas and memorable songs"
Reclamation
The New Album!
The new album is here! Stream, read lyrics, or download from Bandcamp, or message me for a limited edition, hand-printed CD!
I Interviewed Vernon Reid!
This totally happened!
I got a chance to talk music and songwriting with guitar hero extraordinaire Vernon Reid of Living Colour! Click to learn about their new album, relevance in the age of what's his name, and the mechanics of protest music!
Arts Breakfast!
A Chat and Performance on Radio Adelaide
I was invited to join Lisa at Arts Breakfast to chat about the Reclamation album launch and play a couple songs.
Reviews
I also write about the arts in Adelaide.
Matt Saunders
I review live performances and music for The Clothesline.
Previously, I reviewed new music releases for MusicSA.
