Matt McKnzi

Exploring addiction, identity, shame, and rebirth through dark, introspective alt-pop and R&B, Matt McKnzi is an independent singer-songwriter based in Dallas, TX. He began writing songs while studying Musical Theatre at Emerson College in Boston. After struggling with addiction and getting sober, he committed to music as his primary creative path, drawing from lived experience as the foundation of his work. His debut album, Ghost Stories, released in May 2024, introduced a cohesive musical universe centered on grief, identity, heartbreak, and resilience. Produced in collaboration with Will Carmack, the project reflects a deliberate, slow-burning creative process that revealed itself over time. “I didn’t start Ghost Stories with a concept in mind. I just knew I needed to put my first album out and tell my story. As I kept writing, I realized I was unintentionally documenting different chapters of my life, including addiction, trauma, toxic relationships, purpose, and the emotional aftermath of it all.” McKnzi continues to develop his voice as a songwriter, building a body of work rooted in emotional depth, authorship, and long-term artistic vision.

Dallas, TX