A Band In Hope

There has been a lot of hype surrounding The Matches' third album, A Band in Hope, and much of it is well deserved. Although many long time Matches fans may be surprised by the bands' new direction, they can sleep easy because once again their album is top quality, complete with witty hooks and catchy beats. The only track that is slightly disappointing is Darkness Rising. The vocals are still strong, but the song just sounds like a pathetic attempt at a Queen cover even though it is a Matches original. Other than this, it's a solid album, and whether this is the first time you've heard of The Matches or you've loved them since they were the Locals you're sure to like this album.

Track Listing:

1. AM Tilts
2. Their City
3. Wake The Sun
4. Darkness Rising
5. To Build A Mountain
6. We Are One
7. Point Me Toward The Morning
8. From 24C
9. Clouds Crash
10. Between Halloweens
11. If I Were You
12. Future Tense
13. Yankee In A Chip Shop
14. Proctor Rd.

-Clio

Wake the Sun

The Matches have just released their first video off their new album, A Band In Hope, which will be released March 18. So Check it out!



-Clio

A Band In Hope

The Oakland based pop punk band, The Matches, will be releasing their new album March 18, titled A Band in Hope. Although it has already been leaked online, it seems that their many fans will remain loyal and still purchase the cd on its release date. They currently have their new single, Wake the Sun, up on their myspace, so go check it out.

If you want to purchase their "limited edition bundle," complete with cd and T-Shirt

Click here to purchase now.


They will also be featured on the cover of alternative press magazine



-Clio