Matthew Sweet plays the Paste studio

On Thursday afternoon, the Paste staff was treated to a performance by Athens, Ga musician and potter, Matthew Sweet. Although worried about his ability to hit his signature high notes, due to a mysterious road illness, and the feeling his “lunch might come up a little,” Sweet dazzled us through a great mix of songs, both new and old. His set included “Byrdgirl” and “Room to Rock,” from his latest album, Sunshine Lies, and classics such as “Sick of Myself” from 1995’s 100% Fun and “You Don’t Love Me” from 1991’s Girlfriend.

You can catch Sweet on tour all over the U.S. until Thanksgiving. Be sure to check back soon for video of his Paste performance!