Matchbook Romance is an American rock band formed in 1997 in Poughkeepsie, New
York. Founded by Andrew Jordan and Ryan Kienle as Fizzlewink, the initial lineup
included drummer Jon Dunham and later guitarist PJ Manzo. The ensemble released
the independent album Who's Listening in 2001 before recruiting guitarist Ryan
"Judas" DePaolo and drummer Aaron Stern. After performing as The Getaway, the
group signed with Epitaph Records and adopted the name Matchbook Romance. Under
the direction of Brett Gurewitz, the band released the EP West for Wishing and
the debut album Stories and Al...