Matmos Concerts

Experience Matmos

Matmos is an innovative American electronic music duo formed in 1995 by M.C. Schmidt and Drew Daniel, renowned for their experimental approach to sound and composition. Their style uniquely blends glitch, ambient, and avant-garde elements, often incorporating unconventional samples such as surgical sounds, everyday noises, and found objects. This fearless exploration of sonic textures has positioned Matmos as pioneers within the experimental electronic genre.

Over their prolific career, Matmos has released numerous critically acclaimed albums on influential labels like Thrill Jockey and Schematic Records. Notable works include *A Chance to Cut Is a Chance to Cure* (2001), which features samples from plastic surgery procedures, earning widespread praise for its conceptual depth and originality. The duo has also collaborated extensively with artists such as Björk—contributing to her albums *Vespertine* and *Medúlla*—further cementing their reputation in the avant-pop sphere.

Matmos’s innovative use of technology and sound manipulation techniques has garnered them recognition in both underground and mainstream circles. Their live performances are celebrated for blending audio-visual elements that challenge traditional concert experiences.