Acclaimed singer-songwriter Matthew Curry sets off on his 2026 Spring/Summer “One For The Ride” Tour (named for his new Ruf Records album release), with the first show taking place at Knuckleheads Saloon, 2715 Rochester Ave., Thursday, May 21. Show: 7:30pm. Tickets: $20.34. Info: (816) 483-1456 or visit https://knuckleheadskc.com/.
Curry’s One For The Ride has received stellar reviews:
“One listen and I’m liking the ride….One For The Ride has balls and speed; it can go slow and shiny, kind of like that one car you owned in the younger days, or wish you had.” BLUE MONDAY MONTHLY”Ten excellent tracks that becomes a broad journey through the just-mentioned styles, allowing listeners to enjoy the natural talent, dynamism, deep feeling and outstanding quality of an artist who develops a wide range of musical colors he displays with extreme conviction to captivate most listeners.” LA HORA DEL BLUES
“Matthew Curry takes you from zero to 100 mph in the first thirty seconds with sustained guitar, propulsive drumming, complementary bass, keys, horns and his singular vocals on “Rum Stumbln’” as you can envision a bottle of that adult beverage being shared to the last drops before the band starts to play!” SOUTHLAND BLUES
“One For The Ride is a well-crafted, well-rounded album that will appeal to blues, blues rock, and roots music fans.” BLUES BYTES
“There’s some great story telling in these songs so I suggest you grab your favorite drink, throw One For The Ride on and let the spirit move you as it surely will.” THE ROCK DOCTOR
“Classy, punchy and full on Blues/Rock, Matthew Curry is a musician/singer/songwriter with millions of miles on his CV. This album is basically his love song to the road.” MUSIC-NEWS.COM
“Curry’s influences are frequently worn on his sleeve, but he quickly throws his own touches into the songs delivering his own unique sound and stories. His guitar frequently soars and his vocals, which are also uniquely his own, fits well with the music.” BLUES BLAST
One For The Ride captures Curry’s life on the road, his love for storytelling, and the musical influences that shaped him. The album bursts open with high-energy southern rock flair, drawing inspiration from the raw spirit of bands like ZZ Top and the timeless road-song tradition.Tracks like “Rum Stumblin'” showcase Curry’s knack for crafting fun, bluesy, party-driven grooves, while “Born Behind The Wheel” leans into gritty riffs and harmonies rooted in the southern rock Curry grew up listening to.
One For The Ride also reveals Curry’s softer, more personal side. “Dancing In The Kitchen” brings warm acoustic charm and was inspired by a spontaneous anniversary moment at home. “Rather Float A River”blends blues, funk, country, and Americana, echoing Curry’s love for the outdoors and the soulful ease of life on the water. Rounding out One for The Ride: A fiery take on “Whiskey Rock A Roller,” the only cover on the record — a heartfelt tribute to Curry’s admiration for Lynyrd Skynyrd and the classic rock lineage that continues to inspire him.
May 22 – Omaha, NB – The B. Bar
May 23 – Burlington, IA – The Washington
May 24 – Des Moines, IA – Spring Blues Fest
May 27 – Grand Rapids, MI – Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill
May 28 – Rockford, IL – The Music Box
May 29 – Evansville, IN – Mojo’s Boneyard
May 30 – Peoria, IL – Pour Brothers Courtyard Concerts
June 17 – Greenville, SC – Poe Mill Music
June 18 – Wilmington, NC – The Rusty Nail
June 19 – Kill Devil Hills, NC – Outer Banks Brewing Station
June 20 – Winchester, VA – Bright Box Theater
June 21 – Sellersville, PA – Sellersville Theater
June 25 – Elmsford, NY – Carmine’s
June 26 – Asbury Park, NJ – Asbury Lanes
June 27 – Shirley, MA – The Bull Run
June 28 – North Kingston, RI – Courthouse Center For The Arts
June 29 – Lima, NY – Fanatics Pub
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(Kansas City MO) – dougdeutschPR