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Matthew Sweet Says He ‘May Never Play Guitar Again’ Following Stroke

"I will try to make music. I will try to. I will try to make art," Sweet shared on a GoFundMe campaign to cover his medical expenses.

Close to two months after suffering a debilitating stroke while on tour in Toronto, alt-rock singer-songwriter Matthew Sweet has given fans an update into his current condition. News of Sweet’s condition was confirmed longtime manager, Russell Carter, in a statement on Oct. 22, which noted that the musician faced “a long, difficult road to recovery” and weeks of around-the-clock care followed by months of rehabilitation. Most notably, Sweet also took the time to reflect upon his future as a creative individual, recognizing that his condition has seen him come to terms with many changes moving forward, but an enduring appetite to continue creating.

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