Mark and Me Podcast Episode 432: Matt Thomson (The Amazons)
May 8, 2025
Matt Thomson, the talented singer and songwriter of the British band The Amazons, dives into the band's journey and their latest album, '21st Century Fiction.' He shares personal reflections on his early musical influences, highlighting transformative moments that shaped his career. The conversation touches on the importance of authenticity in music and the emotional connections between artists and listeners. Thomson also celebrates the joy of live performances, the significance of iconic album artwork, and his excitement for future collaborations.
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First Record And Early Live Epiphany
- Matt bought Linkin Park's Hybrid Theory as his first record and used it to explore emotional intensity and performance.
- Watching local kids and live DVDs made him realise he could form a band, not just consume music.
Grassroots Shows Make Music Achievable
- Grassroots venues and seeing peers perform are critical steps that make band ambitions feel achievable.
- Those local, imperfect shows provide real confirmation more than polished celebrity performances.
Arcade Fire Gig Changed Perspective
- Seeing Arcade Fire's The Suburbs live at big venues showed Matt how widescreen, cinematic music could be and connected with his suburban upbringing.
- That live experience helped shape his ambitions and taste for expansive arrangements.