The Matches is an American pop punk band formed in 1997 in Oakland, California. The band is composed of vocalist and rhythm guitarist Shawn Harris, lead guitarist and backup vocalist Jonathan Devoto, bassist Justin San Souci, and drummer Matt Whalen. The Matches have released three studio albums and are currently unsigned after their contract with Epitaph Records expired.
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Shawn Harris: "Dog-Eared Page" acoustic
Shawn Harris (The Matches) plays acoustic "Salty Eyes"
The Matches: “Little Maggotsâ€
The Matches announce 'Decomposer' tour
The Matches release live album
The Matches talk hiatus in new song
The Matches on indefinite hiatus
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Shawn Harris discusses The Matches' future
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