Matt Costa, the self-titled fourth album from the acclaimed, eclectic singer/songwriter is set for a February 12 release via Brushfire Records. The new album from Costa is a 10-song collection of new songs recorded in Scotland with long-time Belle & Sebastian/Mogwai collaborator Tony Doogan. On the new release, Costa thoughtfully mines elements of the past, while exploring new territory.

Costa initially set out to make an album of folk/roots-inspired songs, but when he arrived in Glasgow, something else naturally transpired and changed the direction of the recording. Perhaps it was the magic of Scotland, the studio (Castle of Doom), Doogan or the incredible musicians he collaborated with, which include Belle & Sebastian’s Stevie Jackson, Chris Geddes and Bobby Kildea. Whatever it was, it is evident that Costa has made a real statement with his strongest work to date.
 
On November 6, the four-song Sacred Hills EP will be released as a precursor to the new album. Sacred Hills will feature the tracks “Good
Times” and “Loving You” from Matt Costa as well the songs “Never Change” and “Sacred Hills”, which will not appear on the album.