Matare (aka Matt Rousseau) is back at it with his new single, “Attach Your Memory”—the sun-kissed lead track from his upcoming album Extinction Burst. Blending dreamy vibes with solid beats, his latest track doesn’t disappoint. It’s the kind of song that makes you think of warm summer nights and ocean breezes.
Rousseau’s a real DIY guy – he handles pretty much everything on the track himself. Guitar riffs, synth sounds, vocals – you name it, he’s doing it. But he did bring in an Italian drummer, Francesca Pratt, to add some extra oomph to the rhythm section. Her drumming gives the song a real kick, keeping things grounded while Rousseau’s guitar work floats around in dreamland.
Rousseau wears his influences like a battle jacket: The Cure’s moody romance, Depeche Mode’s synth-driven drama, and the jangly euphoria of indie darlings Paradise Blossom and Beach Vacation all collide here. But “Attach Your Memory” isn’t just a retro throwback. Rousseau puts his own spin on things, especially with his vocals. He takes the usually fuzzy shoegaze style and makes it crisp and clear, giving the whole genre a fresh feel. His lyrics—poetic but direct—paint love as a force of nature, with clouds symbolizing fleeting connections and longing that “comes and goes like the tide.” No wonder the track was recorded near Sarasota’s Siesta Key: You can practically smell the saltwater in the guitar tones.
“Attach Your Memory” isn’t just a song—it’s a vibe. It’s the equivalent of watching dusk melt into florescence at a beachside dive bar. As the opener to Extinction Burst, it’s a gateway drug to an album that Rousseau promises will “get fierce and chaotic.” For now, though, this track is all about the calm before the storm: a nostalgic, melody-forward jam that’s ready for playlists, road trips, and repeat spins.
With “Attach Your Memory,” Matare’s made this shoegaze anthem that hits you right away but also sucks you in. The extinction burst is coming—and this track is just the fuse.