Squatch is led by North Carolina songwriter Mat Masterson. His skillful lyrical prowess shines, yet leaves plenty of room for the rotating cast of world-class musicians in the band to bring the house down. They play Appalachian roots music with teeth. The songs are steeped in the joys and sorrows of growing up in the Blue Ridge Mountains, traveling the world to escape them, and eventually landing right back at home to focus on family and community.