Matt Lowell on Lo Moon's new album, ‘I Wish You Way More Than Luck’

This interview with show host Steve Roby and Matt Lowell, the Los Angeles-based alternative rock band Lo Moon's frontman, offers an insightful look into the band's journey, creative processes, and latest album, I Wish You Way More Than Luck.

Matt discusses the band's origins, detailing how his move to Los Angeles led to the formation of Lo Moon with members Samuel Stewart and Crisanta Baker. The conversation delves into the album's inspiration, drawn from Matt's formative years in rural Connecticut, highlighting key influences such as David Foster Wallace's literature and the emotional nostalgia of creating music during that period.

Matt shares anecdotes about creating the album's artwork, emphasizing its significance and the creative process behind it. The host and guest explore individual tracks from the album. Matt provides backstories to songs like "Connecticut" and "Water," explaining their unique compositions and the emotional moments captured during recording sessions.

The discussion also touches on what fans can expect from Lo Moon's forthcoming projects and the diversity in the album's physical releases, including colored vinyl and cassette tapes. Lastly, Matt talks about the excitement for their upcoming performance at Rickshaw Stop in San Francisco, promising an engaging setlist with new material. Throughout the interview, Matt conveys his deep connection to the music and eagerness to share it with the audience.