Jun 17 2024 Embracing My Inner Alt-Rock Auteur: The Cinematic Journey to 'Family Plot' Maybe you’ve noticed I’ve branded myself as an “alt-rock auteur.” What does that even mean???If you’re a fan of film like me, you’re probably familiar, at least somewhat, with the “auteur theory.” Basically, it’s the idea that…Read more
Jun 5 2024 Brief, Brash, Crude and Crass – the Songwriting of Family Plot I’ve written and talked quite a bit about songwriting in the past. It’s my craft, my vocation. It’s where I do my best work, probably.Yeah, I’m a performer, producer, engineer and all that stuff, too. And I’ve taken to…Read more
Jun 3 2024 Feel Everything – Inside the Mind of a Highly Sensitive Musician In so many ways, being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) makes it easy for me to be an artist.I can tap into moods, emotions, vibes and temperature changes effortlessly. I catch stuff, emotionally, sonically – in all the ways…Read more
May 28 2024 Elevating Disreputable Musical Forms: The Influences of Family Plot It all comes back to Mötley Crüe.Yeah, I like to talk about my influences in a way that makes me look as cool as possible, like someone with the most impeccable music taste. I can discuss all the cool,…Read more
May 20 2024 The Week In Review – Celebrating Sensitivity and So Much More May 13-19 2024It was kind of a big week in Matt Kollock land. A lot to keep track of. Almost too much!I decided it would be a good idea to write it all down. For me, yes, but…Read more
May 15 2024 “Celebrate The Sensitive” – Streaming Everywhere May 15, 2024 I'm excited to share another piece of music with you today! “Celebrate The Sensitive” off my upcoming album Family Plot is out and I think you’re going to love it.You’ll hear a tone shift from my previous…Read more