A Chat with Matthew Killough

Curious Goldfish

The Songwriting Journey with Matt Kilough: Denver, the South, Nashville and Influences

In this reflective conversation, singer-songwriter Matt Killough shares about his transition from living in Denver to returning to the South and how it ignited his songwriting process.

Matt, who currently lives in Nashville, has family ties in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. The podcast discusses influences for his first album, including traditional American roots music and British folk artists. The focus is heavily on his storytelling approach to songwriting and how his Southern heritage played a role in his first album's creation. Matt also opens up about his struggle with performance anxiety and how it contrasts with his passion for writing and recording music. In closing, the host compares Matt's struggles to themes shown in the series 'Ted Lasso' as they discuss the power of belief and confidence in their respective fields.

00:10 Introduction and Background

01:36 Meeting Matt Killough: A Journey Through Music

02:47 The 30A Songwriters Festival Experience

05:56 Exploring Musical Influences and Inspirations

12:19 The Making of the First Album

18:11 Deep Dive into Song Lyrics and Stories

26:26 Facing Challenges and Future Aspirations

34:02 Reflections on Ted Lasso and Personal Growth

37:04 Closing Remarks and Performance