Hurry

Hurry originated in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 2012 as the solo project of Matthew Scottoline, who was also the bassist for the band Everyone Everywhere. During his time with Everyone Everywhere, Scottoline began writing and recording his own songs, drawing inspiration from power pop and ’90s guitar rock. This led to the self-titled, eight-song record “Hurry” released in 2012, where Scottoline played all instruments himself. The project quickly evolved from a solo endeavor into a full band, with the addition of drummer Rob DeCarolis and eventually his brother Joe DeCarolis on bass. This formation marked a significant step in Hurry’s development, transitioning from self-recorded tracks to a communal, band-oriented approach for live performances and subsequent recordings.

The band continued to establish its presence in the indie rock scene, signing with Hot Green Records and releasing their debut album as a trio, “Everything/Nothing,” in 2014. They gained further recognition by contributing the song “Shake It Off” to Lame-O Records’ six-band EP “Strength in Weakness” in 2015. Their sound, described as a blend of melancholic jangle and ’90s indie rock aesthetic, found a consistent home with Lame-O Records for subsequent albums. “Guided Meditation” followed in 2016, and “Every Little Thought” in 2018, both showcasing a progression towards warmer harmonies and melodic rock.

In 2019, Justin Fox joined as guitarist, expanding Hurry into a quartet. This lineup worked on their fourth full-length album, “Fake Ideas,” released in 2021. This album combined love songs with themes of anxiety. The group’s fifth record, “Don’t Look Back,” released in 2023, continued this trajectory with a collection of indie pop songs, reflecting Scottoline’s personal experiences. Hurry’s music has also appeared in popular culture, with “When I’m With You” featured in the FXX series “Man Seeking Woman” and the Netflix series “Special.”