Matthew Heller 2014
Tragedy Town EP
Matthew Heller 
Matthew Heller: guitar, piano, vocals 
Justin Chase: guitar, organ  
Cory West: bass
Anthony Medici: drums 
David Pollock: piano, percussion  
 
Raygun EP artwork by: Tobin Sprout 	
EP album design by: Tiny Little Hammers
Photos by: Robbie Augspurger 
Raygun recorded at Flora Sound Studios, Sound Engineer: David Pollock, Produced by David Pollock  
Tragedy Town recorded at Flora Recording and Playback, Sound Engineer: David Pollock, Produced by David Pollock
No Army recorded at The Jeremy Wilson Foundation, Sound Engineer: Sam Densmore and Curtis Irie, Produced by Sam Densmore 
Fault Line recorded at Jackpot! Studios, Sound Engineer: David Pollock, Produced by David Pollock
String accompaniment on No Army written and composed by: Ben Landsverk    
String accompaniment on Fault Line written and composed by: Ben Landsverk    
Mastered by: Howie Weinberg 



Tragedy Town EP

Maybe My Love Was Just Right 
Matthew Heller 
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All songs written by Matthew Heller 
Produced by Katie Buchanan 
Mixed by Katie Buchanan 
Mastered by Sarah Register 
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1. Acerbio Discordia 
Recorded by David Pollock with assistance by John Davenport at Big River Studios 
Drums: David Pollock 
Guitar, keys, synth, programing: Katie Buchanan 
Additional recording: Katie Buchanan 
Piano: Matthew Heller 
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2. Scorer Be Scored 
Recorded by Sam Densmore at The Jeremy Wilson Foundation 
Drums: Susan Lucia 
Bass, lead-guitar & effects: Cory West 
Guitar, keys, synth, programing: Katie Buchanan 
Additional recording: Katie Buchanan 
Piano, guitar & vocals: Matthew Heller 
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3. Dime a Dozen 
Recorded by Mike Coykendall at The Blue Room Studios 
Drums: Mike Coykendall 
Bass: Mike Coykendall 
Guitar, keys, synth, programing: Katie Buchanan 
Additional recording: Katie Buchanan 
Guitar, piano, vocals: Matthew Heller 
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4. I Am An I.E.D. 
Recorded by Mike Coykendall at The Blue Room Studios 
Drums: Mike Coykendall 
Bass: Mike Coykendall 
Guitar, keys, synth, programing: Katie Buchanan 
Additional recording: Katie Buchanan 
Guitar, vocals: Matthew Heller 
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5. First God 
Recorded by Mike Coykendall at The Blue Room Studios 
Drums: Mike Coykendall 
Bass: Mike Coykendall 
Guitar, keys, synth, programing: Katie Buchanan 
Additional recording: Katie Buchanan 
Guitar, vocals: Matthew Heller 
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6. Love is a Way 
Recorded by Mike Coykendall at The Blue Room Studios 
Additional recording, audio engineering and vocal production: David Pollock 
Drums: Mike Coykendall 
Bass: Mike Coykendall 
Guitar, keys, synth, programing: Katie Buchanan 
Additional recording: Katie Buchanan 
Guitar, keyboard, effects, vocals: Matthew Heller 
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7. Make Love Make Us 
Recorded by Mike Coykendall at The Blue Room Studios 
Additional recording, audio engineering and vocal production: David Pollock 
Drums: Mike Coykendall 
Bass: Mike Coykendall 
Synth, keyboard, effects, additional guitar and bass: Katie Buchanan 
Additional recording: Katie Buchanan 
Guitar, keyboard, synth, effects, vocals: Matthew Heller 
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8. Did it For the Underground 
Recorded by Simon Winestock at Pluto Studios 
Audio engineered by: Barak Yehezkeli and Ishai Piccion 
Additional recording, audio engineering and vocal production: David Pollock 
Drums: Nadav Chef Luzia 
Bass: Simon Winestock & Barak Yehzkeli 
Guitar: Rachel Yaron 
Guitar, bass, drums: Katie Buchanan 
Additional recording: Katie Buchanan 
Piano, vocals, organ: Matthew Heller 
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9. Worry List 
Recorded by Sam Densmore at The Jeremy Wilson Foundation 
Drums: Susan Lucia 
Bass, lead-guitar & effects: Cory West 
Guitar, bass, keys, synth, programing: Katie Buchanan 
Additional recording: Katie Buchanan 
Piano, guitar, effects, synth and vocals: Matthew Heller 
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Album photo by: 
Nabilla Ashrafi

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09 Worry List

08 Did It For The Underground

07 Make Love Make Us

06 Love Is A Way

05 First God

04 I Am An IED

03 Dime A Dozen

02 Scorer Be Scored

01 Acerbio Discordia

Dark times mean dark art, but in the case of “Rose from Above”, dark does not mean depressing. Lacing together rebellious traits of neofolk and darkwave, “Rose from Above” lives in the space between Kurt Vile & Billie Eilish, Devendra Banhart & Phoebe Bridgers. The difference is that Matthew Heller’s work ends in hope. The narrator sings from beyond the grave recounting stories of love, drugs, abuse, and depression. Yet it’s a song steeped in love; filling the listener with hope, elucidating the darkness until it’s illuminated.
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Matthew Heller - vocals, piano 
David Pollock - drums, guitars, bass, keyboards, drum programming 
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Produced, engineered, and mixed by David Pollock
 Drum engineering assistant: Mario Ramirez 
Recorded at Fortress Galaxy 
and Sonic Ranch 
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Mastered by Timothy Stollenwerk at Stereophonic Mastering

Rose From Above

Bad Idea
Written by Matthew Heller 

Matthew Heller - vocals, piano, keyboards, guitars
David Pollock - drums, percussion, bass, guitars, keyboards

Produced, engineered, mixed by David Pollock
Recording assistant: Mario Ramirez
Recorded at Sonic Ranch and Fortress Galaxy
Mastered by Timothy Stollenwerk at Stereophonic Mastering
Heller High Water Records

Bad Idea

All I Ever Wanted
Written by Matthew Heller 

Matthew Heller - vocals, piano, keyboards, percussion
David Pollock - drums, guitars, bass, keyboards, percussion
Cory West - guitar

Produced, engineered, mixed by David Pollock
Recording assistant: Mario Ramirez
Recorded at Sonic Ranch and Fortress Galaxy
Mastered by Timothy Stollenwerk at Stereophonic Mastering
Heller High Water Records

All I Ever Wanted

Firebrand 
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Written by Matthew Heller  
Matthew Heller - vocals, piano, electric guitar
David Pollock - drums, bass, electric guitar, keyboards
Cory West - electric guitar

Produced by David Pollock.
Engineered, mixed, and mastered by David Pollock.

Recorded at Sonic Ranch and Fortress Galaxy.
Sonic Ranch assistant engineer: Mario Ramirez
Art by: Maria Wimmer
Album Design by: Tiny Little Hammers

Firebrand

Matthew Heller
Goodbye & So Long
La musique est l'art qui permet à l'âme de se livrer à l'universel.

Meet Matthew Heller, the Portland-based troubadour who fearlessly confronts the harsh realities of life in his music.
Portland's community and collaborative spirit is reflected in the city’s vibrant arts scene, which Heller embodies in his songs. He draws on a wide range of musical styles and influences, resulting in something truly unique and original.
His latest single, "Goodbye & So Long," is a driving force of evocative storytelling, taking listeners through a kaleidoscope of sounds, emotions, and textures. 
With a distinctive blend of indie-rock, folk, and pop influences, his music creates a rich and immersive sonic landscape that envelops the listener from the very first note.
Heller’s soaring vocals are the perfect complement to the music, with a range that spans from delicate whispers to thunderous roars. His piano work is equally impressive, shifting effortlessly from ethereal soundscapes to propulsive rhythms that drive the music forward.
Backing Heller’s vocals and keyboards is a powerhouse rhythm section, led by producer David Pollock, who also engineered, mixed, and mastered the song in his Fortress Galaxy studios. Pollock’s intricate drumming and groovy basslines, as well as his blistering guitar work adds a layer of intensity and urgency to the music, while Bradley Mackeson's additional keyboards add a touch of dreamy atmosphere to the mix.
The result is a sound that is at once raw and polished, intimate and expansive, joyful and melancholic. Whether he's exploring the complexities of love and loss or delving into the darker corners of the human psyche, Matthew Heller’s music is a thrilling and unforgettable experience.
Goodbye & So Long manifests an exquisite blend of post-punk garage vitality, interwoven with ghostly psychedelia and the vibes of classic alternative indie's new wave opulence. Heller's sonic craft, akin to a neo-outlaw songwriter, encapsulates the very essence of folk-rock balladry. Weaving together the vibrant rhythms of Dandy Warhols-esc groove-laden indie rock with the introspective depths reminiscent of The Cranberries' politically charged dreamy odes, this opus transcends mere musical boundaries, propelling the listener into a sublime auditory journey.
Goodbye & So Long is an epochal testament to Heller's artistic prowess, a demonstration that elevates the soul and resonates with the heartbeat of a generation yearning for melodic salvation. 
Heller’s lyrics are both poetic and erudite, saturated with a sense of profundity that is rare in contemporary music.
What truly sets Heller apart, however, is his ability to imbue his music with a sense of immediacy and gravitas. His songs are not simply exercises in intellectual reflection, but also powerful emotional journeys that resonate with listeners on a visceral level. Whether exploring the tumultuous nature of romantic relationships or the existential angst of modern life, Heller's music is always rooted in a deep sense of empathy and compassion.
Matthew Heller's music draws from a rich tapestry of personal experiences, passions, and influences. His lyrical and melodic style combines a sense of poignant depth with a musical approach that is both innovative and captivating. 
Ultimately, Matthew Heller is an artist who defies categorization, transcending the boundaries of genre and convention to create a sound that is wholly his own. Through his music, he invites us to contemplate the complexities of existence, and to explore the deep wellsprings of emotion that lie therein.

7-7-2023

Goodbye & So Long

Ghostwriter please re-write my biography. 

Raygun

Tragedy Town recorded at Flora Recording and Playback

Tragedy Town

Matthew Heller 2014
Tragedy Town EP
Matthew Heller 

No Army

Fault Line

All songs written by Matthew Heller. 
Produced, recorded, mixed by David Pollock. 

Matthew Heller - vocals, piano, guitar, keyboards

David Pollock - drums, guitar, keyboards, percussion, backing vocals

Anthony Meade - horn composition, trombone
Cory Palacios - trumpet 
Alex Misar - saxophone
Ian Christensen - Saxophone 

Luke Ydstie - bass
Ian Millhollen - bass

Lily Breshears - vocals, backing vocal composition
Jeff Evans - backing vocals

Assistant Engineer at Sonic Ranch: Mario Ramirez.

Recorded at Fortress Galaxy in Portland, OR, and Sonic Ranch in Tornillo, TX.

Mastered by Timothy Stollenwerk at Stereophonic Mastering, Portland OR.

Temple Moon Desire album Artwork by: Jodie Beechem 
Cover T-shirt artwork by: Shannon Kidd
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Heller High Water Records

Outro

All songs written by Matthew Heller. 
Produced, recorded, mixed by David Pollock. 

Matthew Heller - vocals, piano, guitar, keyboards

David Pollock - drums, guitar, keyboards, percussion, backing vocals

Anthony Meade - horn composition, trombone
Cory Palacios - trumpet 
Alex Misar - saxophone
Ian Christensen - Saxophone 

Luke Ydstie - bass
Ian Millhollen - bass

Lily Breshears - vocals, backing vocal composition
Jeff Evans - backing vocals

Assistant Engineer at Sonic Ranch: Mario Ramirez.

Recorded at Fortress Galaxy in Portland, OR, and Sonic Ranch in Tornillo, TX.

Mastered by Timothy Stollenwerk at Stereophonic Mastering, Portland OR.

Temple Moon Desire album and single Artwork by: Jodie Beechem 
Cover artwork by: Shannon Kidd
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Heller High Water Records

Orange Cup

Learn To Love

The first 5 songs from Matthew Heller's second album Invitation

www.hellermusic.com - check out the whole album here!!! 

www.matthewheller.bandcamp.com - More! 

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