Matthew Ryan Vs the Silver State May 2, 2008

Originally perceived as an alt-country troubadour, Matthew Ryan has slowly made his case for a more adventurous and cinematic American singer/songwriter. As a co-founder of the True Believers, a member of the Resentments, a lauded sideman and as a solo artist, Jon Dee Graham has a reputation of musically and lyrically exploring the dark side of life. He addresses the complex shadings and hard work of relationships, the emotional rollercoaster of family responsibilities and the utter bone-weariness of life in general--all leavened and energized by unsinkable hope and muscular, electrifying grooves.