Matthew Curry opens a new chapter with ‘One For The Ride’, an album that moves between scorching guitar work and tender storytelling with remarkable ease. The collection captures the spirit of life on the road while revealing the emotional depth that has earned Curry praise from legends like Steve Miller and Peter Frampton. Released February 27, 2026 through Ruf Records, the album features ten tracks that blend blues, southern rock, and Americana into something both familiar and fresh.
The album announces itself with high-octane energy. “Rum Stumblin'” kicks things off with bluesy party grooves, while “Born Behind The Wheel” leans into the gritty southern rock tradition that shaped Curry’s musical identity. These tracks showcase the fiery guitar playing that drew comparisons to Stevie Ray Vaughan from Steve Miller himself. Curry channels the raw spirit of ZZ Top and classic road songs, creating moments that hit with immediate impact.
‘One For The Ride’ also finds Curry in quieter, more intimate spaces. “Dancing In The Kitchen” grew from a spontaneous anniversary moment at home, bringing acoustic warmth to the record. “Rather Float A River” blends blues, funk, country, and Americana, reflecting Curry’s connection to the outdoors and life on the water. The album closes with Curry’s take on “Whiskey Rock a Roller”, the only cover on the record and a direct tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd. Curry picked up the guitar at age four, performed live by eight, and has since shared stages with Journey, the Doobie Brothers, and Don Felder across a career built on authentic musicianship.