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