Fresh off the success of his fourth studio album, Tragic Magic, Matt Corby returned to triple j studios last week to record his long awaited Like A Version session, a reinterpretation of Tame Impala’s new classic ‘Dracula’. Stripping the electro pop original back and reshaping into something entirely his own, Matt Corby’s Like A Version is now available on all DSPS from here.
Known for his rich, soulful sound, Corby on electric guitar, infused the cover with his Philly soul-inspired sensibilities, elevated by stunning backing vocalists and a moving guitar solo.
As Corby’s fourth entry into the Like A Version archives, ‘Dracula’ arrives on the back of a massive month for the singer, songwriter and producer. Tragic Magic, his fourth studio album, debuted at #1 on the ARIA Australian Album, #1 on the ARIA Vinyl and #3 on the ARIA Album, cementing Corby’s place as one of Australia’s most compelling and influential artists.
Tragic Magic has drawn widespread acclaim, described as “an infinitely beautiful listening experience“ by Beat Magazine and “a timeless addition to popular culture” in a 4-star review from Tyler Jenke from The Australian. Rolling Stone praised Corby’s “incredible ear for melody’ while The Music highlighted his “vocals sounding better than ever”. Beyond his unmistakable voice, Sosefina Fuamoli (The Big Issue/ABC) notes, “Each rhythm and groove on Tragic Magic feels lived in and meticulously written”.
During the Like A Version session, Matt also performed the album standout ‘War To Love’ available to watch/stream now.
Matt Corby will embark on the Australian leg of ‘The Tragic Magic Tour’ next week, kicking off in Adelaide on Wednesday June 3, followed by Perth, Melbourne, Newcastle, and Brisbane. Due to overwhelming demand a second Melbourne show has been added, with Newcastle and Melbourne first show, now sold out. In addition, Matt will perform at the Winter Wine Festival in Gerringong on Saturday June 6 followed by a free show at Vivid Sydney on Saturday June 13.
Matt Corby The Tragic Magic Tour
Special guest Gretta Ray
Friday May 29, Auckland Town Hall, New Zealand
Wednesday June 3, Thebarton Theatre, Adelaide, SA
Thursday June 4, Riverside Theatre, Perth, WA
Tue June 9 – The Forum, Melbourne, VIC ** SOLD OUT
Wed June 10 – The Forum, Melbourne, VIC
Fri June 12 – Civic Theatre – Newcastle NSW **SOLD OUT
Sun June 14 – Fortitude Music Hall – Brisbane, QLD
Festival Live Show Dates
Sat June 6 – Winter Wine Festival, Gerringong – NSW
Sat June 13 – VIVID Tumbalong Park – Sydney NSW
For all ticket and touring information here
