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ARC-0663

collection

Matthew Sweet Collection

1989-1994

0.07 (Linear feet)

The Matthew Sweet Collection is dated 1989 to 1994. The collection consists of notebooks of handwritten lyrics and notes from “Earth” and “Girlfriend” albums. It also contains work notes and track listings for “Alter Beast” album and handwritten lyrics for an early draft of “Sick of Myself.” The collection is arranged alphabetically by song/album title.

Matthew Sweet is an American singer-songwriter and musician.

Acquisition Note: The Matthew Sweet Collection was received by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a gift from Matthew Sweet on June 6, 2001.

Citation: [Identification of Item], Matthew Sweet Collection, Library and Archives, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Language Note: Materials are in English.

Processing Information: Processed by Crystal Matjasic, Project Archivist. Completed September 2, 2020. Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS and local processing manual. Collection processed through an Access to Historical Records grant from the NHPRC.

Separated Materials: "Sick of Myself" lyrics and notebook containing lyrics and notes from "Earth" and "Girlfriend" albums on exhibit. Consult Library & Archives staff in advance of your visit for additional information.

Collection is open for research. Patrons must sign the Acknowledgment of Legal Responsibilities and Privacy Rights statement on the Researcher Registration Form before using this collection. Consult the Library and Archives in advance of your visit to ensure access to these materials is available.

The copyright interests in this collection have not been transferred to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc. For more information, please consult the staff of the Library and Archives.