Matt Corby Unveils New Album, Infusing Motown Vibes and Enchantment

## Matt Corby’s Upcoming Album: “Tragic Magic”

Matt Corby has shared exciting news about his fourth studio album, *Tragic Magic*, which is scheduled for release on March 6th through Island Records/Universal Music. This new album consists of 13 tracks, co-produced alongside his long-time collaborator, Chris Collins. The debut single from the album, “Long and Short,” was released earlier, and today brings forth the new track “Burn It Down.”

## “Burn It Down”: A Soulful Addition

Among the highlights of *Tragic Magic*, “Burn It Down” showcases Corby’s passion for classic soul music. Co-written with Meg Mac and Chris Collins, this track boasts a playful, groove-centric vibe that echoes Motown’s spirit.

“I’m thrilled to finally reveal this album, *Tragic Magic*,” Corby says. “After 18 months of hard work, I’m genuinely proud of this piece. It reflects my current life — my family and kids mean the world to me, and witnessing their growth has reshaped my perspective on life.”

## The Essence of “Burn It Down”

Corby explains that “Burn It Down” is meant to evoke positive feelings. Despite addressing the complexities of sustaining positive aspects of life—whether it be relationships, health, or general well-being—the song resonates with a sense of fun. “Writing this track with Meg Mac and Chris Collins was a joyful experience. The beat gave me challenges, but it was about making it feel groovy. We tweaked it from a slower tempo to achieve what we envisioned,” he adds.

## Musical Complexity and Collaboration

On “Burn It Down,” Corby plays not only vocals but also drums, bass, piano, and other instruments, while Meg Mac and Nat Dunn contribute backing vocals. The lush string arrangements are a collaborative effort with Collins and Stephen Mowat. The outcome is a vintage, soul-infused sound, seen through a contemporary lens.

## A Timeless Approach with *Tragic Magic*

With *Tragic Magic*, Corby continues to move beyond fleeting trends to create something timeless. Building on the reflective essence of his previous album, *Everything’s Fine*, this new work delves into themes of joy and adversity with rich basslines, delicate nuances, and soaring falsetto, all encased in Corby’s distinctive soulful style.

## Visuals that Resonate

“Burn It Down” made its debut on triple j Drive, accompanied by a personal visualizer shot by Corby using Super8 film. This visual captures intimate family moments in Northern NSW, while the single and album artwork were illustrated by Sydney artist Mariam David and designed by Pat Fox.

## Celebrated Artist on the Move

Matt Corby has earned recognition as one of Australia’s most powerful vocal talents. His breakout hit “Brother” has achieved 10× Platinum certification from ARIA, while *Everything’s Fine* marked his third consecutive album in the ARIA Top 10 and garnered *Album of the Year* nominations from both the J Awards and ARIA Awards.

Currently, Corby is touring as a special guest on Teddy Swims’ *I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy* Australian tour.

Are you looking forward to *Tragic Magic* and the evolution of Matt Corby’s music?