MATTY CHARLES AND THE VALENTINES: Matty Charles and the Valentines

Matty Charles and the Valentines

Matty Charles and the Valentines

© 2001 Ruby Records (747014438329)

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Backed by upright bass and country brushwork, frontman and guitarist Matty sings beautiful, old-style love songs inspired by the golden age of country.

tracks

1 Red Italian Rose
2 Big City
3 What I Want
4 Lucky Boy
5 Summer Days
6 Guitar Song
7 Cellophane Lights
8 Silly Things
9 Satellite
10 White Angel

notes

Brooklyn based Matty Charles and the Valentines are: Matty Charles on guitar and vocals, Josh Stark on upright bass and backing vocals, and D.J. Mendel on drums.

" Even in the oft quiet and cozy confines at Pete's, the audience has to lean closer to hear the delicate storytelling of Matty Charles' songs. Only occasionally does the band pick up the tempo or the volume, but Charles' slow ruminations, backed by upright bass and old-style country brushwork, reward the attention with warm, well-considered tones and poignant tales of love. The core of the music, however, is his voice, which has that rare blend of resignation and gritty hope one seldom finds this side of Guy Clark." - Village Voice (Dufresne)

" Matty Charles and the Valentines play original music that reaches back to mine the riches of American roots music while gracefully avoiding the usual pitfalls of being eclectic or anachronistic. Matty's singing, sorrowful and buoyant by turns, gently undoes your heartstrings, lulling you into a state where you can believe in sweetness and true love, if only because he does." - Art Forum (Kushner)

" I'm not going to try to compare crooner/guitar picker Matty Charles to Chris Isaac, especially since Charles is a whole lot better looking, or Hank Williams, because he's probably tired of that. So I'll just say that Charles and his band, the Valentines, play original broken-hearted ballads that sound like they drifted in from some lonesome-wind tavern, soaked in whiskey and reverb." -Jane Magazine (Hambrecht)

" Wednesday night regulars Matty Charles and the Valentines play classic tunes that perfectly complement the well-worn, vintage vibe of Pete's interior. Backed by an upright bassist and drummer, frontman and guitarist Matty croons mellow old-style country love songs that infuse the intimate backroom with a warm, foot-tappin' familiarity. Bring a date or just bring your sorrows - either way, some cozy comfort can be found in this trio's polished retrosound." - Flavorpill (JKG)

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  • A must-have!
    author: kate

    This alt-country debut album from Matty Charles and the Valentines is a finely crafted collection of tunes that sound old fashioned yet perfectly timely. It's very well produced and the whole ensemble shines, though Matty's voice is the star. The cd only gets better with repeated listening.

  • Amazingly addictive
    author: Jim

    This is one of the great albums that any music lover should have in their collection. I discovered them through my boss at work, and though I am not a fan of this style of music (country). I haven't been able to get this CD out of my stereo. I can appreciate good music from Metal to Rap, Punk and Electronica, and this album is definitely great.

  • nothing short of fabulous
    author: joanne

    heartwrenching music---but in the best possible way, like bittersweet chocolate. mmmm. both are delish. MC and the V's mix so many styles together on this album, creating something truly unique: jazz married to country honeymooning with blues and romping around after hours with rockabilly. i highly, highly recommend discovering the hidden gem that is this album.

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