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In 2023, Matthew Sweet suffered a stroke. With the incredible support of fans worldwide, he is on the road to recovery. Your continued support helps cover ongoing medical expenses and rehabilitation as Matthew works to return to making music.

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About Matthew

Matthew Sweet is an American singer-songwriter and musician who has been a defining voice in power pop and alternative rock since the late 1980s.

Best known for his critically acclaimed 1991 album "Girlfriend," Matthew has consistently delivered melodic, guitar-driven rock that blends introspective lyrics with infectious hooks.

With a career spanning over three decades, he continues to create music that resonates with fans old and new, maintaining his reputation as one of the genre's most gifted songwriters.

News

Latest updates from Matthew Sweet

May 2024

Matthew Sweet Opens Up About Stroke Recovery

In an intimate interview with Rolling Stone, Matthew Sweet shares his journey of recovery following his 2023 stroke. The musician discusses the challenges he's faced, the overwhelming support from fans, and his determination to return to making music.

"It's been a long road, but I'm grateful for every day and every bit of progress," Sweet reflects on his recovery process and the fundraising efforts that have made his rehabilitation possible.

Read the full Rolling Stone interview →
October 2021

Girlfriend Turns 30: A Look Back at a Power Pop Classic

SPIN magazine celebrates the 30th anniversary of Matthew Sweet's landmark album "Girlfriend," exploring how the record became a defining moment in '90s alternative rock and power pop.

The article features insights into the album's creation, its lasting influence on the genre, and why it continues to resonate with listeners three decades later.

Read the SPIN anniversary feature →

Visual Artist

Matthew Sweet is also an accomplished visual artist

Matthew Sweet artwork

Beyond Music

In addition to his prolific music career, Matthew Sweet expresses his creativity through visual art, creating pieces that reflect the same attention to detail and aesthetic sensibility found in his music.

His artwork showcases a unique artistic vision that complements his musical talents, demonstrating the depth of his creative abilities across multiple mediums.

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Featured Albums

Explore Matthew Sweet's most iconic releases

Girlfriend album cover

Girlfriend

1991
Altered Beast album cover

Altered Beast

1993
100% Fun album cover

100% Fun

1995
Blue Sky on Mars album cover

Blue Sky on Mars

1997
Modern Art album cover

Modern Art

2011
Catspaw album cover

Catspaw

2021
View Full Discography (18 Albums)

Music Videos

Classic videos spanning three decades

Trick (Live at WFUV)

2017

Girlfriend

1991

I've Been Waiting

1991

Sick of Myself

1995

Where You Get Love

1997

We're the Same

1999

The Ugly Truth

2011

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