"Matching Mole" is the self-titled debut album of the English progressive rock band Matching Mole, released in April 1972. The band was formed by Robert Wyatt after he left Soft Machine and continued his venture into a more jazz-driven fusion sound. Wyatt was joined by Phil Miller on guitar, David Sinclair, of Caravan fame, on keyboards, and Bill MacCormick on bass.
The album was recorded at CBS Studios, with production by Robert Wyatt and CBS Records' staff producer David Hitchcock. The record contained eight tracks, showcasing the band's skilled musicianship and Wyatt's characteristic vocals. Clever songwriting and experimental instrumentation also played a significant role in the album, making it a testament to the band's distinctive sound.
Although the album was not initially successful commercially, it has since become highly regarded amongst fans of progressive rock, and is praised for its blending of Canterbury scene's jazz/rock fusion with Wyatt's more experimental tendencies. The album marked the start of the band's brief but impactful career in the music industry.
