Matthew C. Whitaker is a Manchester-based musician and classically trained guitarist, known for his 2016 solo album Man With the Anvil Hat—a richly textured record blending jazz and folk influences with intricate guitar work. Since then, he has toured extensively across the UK and Europe with HENGE, contributing to four albums and an EP of high-energy, rave-infused prog. His follow-up solo album, Songs for the Weary, is set for release in 2026 and will offer a serene, introspective listening experience—eight gentle compositions featuring subtly complex chord progressions, delicate classical guitar, and lush orchestral arrangement.