MATT MCKNZI

Matt McKnzi is an independent singer-songwriter based in Dallas, TX, known for dark, introspective alt-pop & R&B. 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 a primary creative path, drawing from lived experience as the foundation of his work.

His debut album, Ghost Stories (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’s music is currently represented by Los Angeles-based sync agency Dawn Patrol for use in film and television. He continues to develop his voice as a songwriter, building a body of work rooted in emotional depth, authorship, and long-term artistic vision.