Singer Rob Thomas is best known for his work as the frontman for long-running ’90s rockers Matchbox Twenty, but his work as a solo artist offers up a different approach to his instantly recognizable voice. His forthcoming album, All Night Days–out Friday, September 5, via Republic Records–offers such singles as “Hard to Be Happy” and “Thrill Me,” both of which offer up introspective lyrical content. However, it’s the danceable vibes of the first track contrasted with the stripped-down acoustic work of the second that make for such an intriguing and involving listen.

Thomas brings his solo tour to Starlight Theater on Wednesday, August 27, and we hopped on Zoom with the singer about the differences between working solo and with Matchbox Twenty, how he’s much more silly than you might expec

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