The Matt Kollock Show

TMKS #5 – A Very Special 420 Episode and Story Time with Matt

Hey guys.

It's a heavy time, isn't it?

For me, this time of year is particularly heavy. Of course, we are in the midst of the high holidays. Yesterday was Bicycle Day. Today is 4/20. The world is charged with psychedelic, mind-shifting energy. I'm thinking of where I am today. And I've thought a lot about how I got here.

Today's podcast is about that journey.

A Brother, A Friend, A Dog, A Spiritual Awakening

Today's episode of The Matt Kollock Show is all about me, Matt Kollock.

In today's episode, I get into my history and relationship with the high holidays in April. I talk about the relationship I had with my late brother, and how his life and death and spiritual awakening give meaning to my life as a spiritual person and psychedelic wonderboy. I also get into the story of my companionship with a friend who was also a podcasting co-host.

Remember The Blackout Flash Forward Podcast with Gunns & Pitti? Yeah, it's probably good that you don't, actually. But that was me and my friend. A lot has changed since April of 2010 when I had my first go-round at podcasting and now.

This episode tells the whole story.

The Big Fight

I got into a confrontation with my neighbors over the weekend. And it's all related to the other shit I talk about in this podcast. God, I hate confrontation! But there I was.

If you want to hear my story of moving to New Mexico and transforming my life from one of sedentary loafing to one of active exploring and creating (and getting into it with my neighbors, apparently), you're in the right place!

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You

Friends, I am nothing without my audience, so thank you for being here!

The launch of the podcast has been very successful, and I'm empowered with the knowledge that you guys are digging the show thus far.

I love that you're listening! But if you want to do a little more to help this podcast reach a wider audience, please consider becoming a Patreon Patron for as little as $1 a month.

You can also simply rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.

Of course, there's always my website, which is the finest place on the internet for all things Matt Kollock

Thanks, guys! I hope you are having the 4/20 you need to have.

TMKS #4 – Matt Has a Conversation with Kira Holt

Friends, I hope you have enjoyed the launch of The Matt Kollock Show as much as I have.

It's been exciting assembling the first four episodes and sharing them with you. The show has been a blast to do thus far, and we are only just getting started.

Setting a Career in Motion

Speaking of just getting started, today's guest on the podcast is Albuquerque singer, songwriter and mashup artist Kira Holt. Kira and I are in different generations, but we are at more or less the same place in terms of where our respective careers are currently located. I just released my first music to the world. So has Kira. It's pretty rad.

Kira's music will be everywhere soon. She's put a lot of work into her new solo acoustic EP, and I'm pleased to say I've got my hands on a couple of the tracks. I share them with you on today's episode as bookends for our lovely, lively conversation.

Just Relatin'

It was fun chatting with Kira and relating on a variety of topics. She is yet another introverted performer type, much like me and much like episode three's guest, Melissa Rios. Like me, Kira grew up in a fairly rural area and moved elsewhere to pursue her goals and dreams. We also related with regard to mystical experiences and psychedelic stuff. It was a great talk and I know you're going to love it!

All the Other Ones

If you enjoy this episode, I encourage you to check out the other three 'sodes I released this week for the podcast's launch. In today's other episode, I spoke to the aforementioned Melissa Rios. I also had a lovely conversation with the duo Meri Dean in episode two. If you must know more about me and my whole deal, check out episode one. Good times!

People Helping People

Friends, if you want to learn more about Kira Holt and stay up to date with her music and everything else, the best place to stay connected is Instagram. Follow Kira at @kiraaholt, won't you? Also, please be on the lookout for her debut acoustic EP, which will be available soon wherever you get your music.

If you'd like to support this podcast and all my other endeavors, of which there are many, check out my website and sign up for the email list. Oh yeah, check out the blog, too, which is where I post playlists and written ramblings. It's fun! Of course, I am on Patreon, too. Subscribe to me there to get exclusive content and early access to podcast goodies. Did you know that this interview has been available for a week already on Patreon? Yeah. It's true.

Okay, guys. I hope you stay safe and act smart. Be well. Get groovy. Support local artists. Be good. Call your mom. Stuff like that. Bye!

TMKS #3 – Matt Has a Conversation with Melissa Rios

Guys! Welcome to the third episode of The Matt Kollock Show!

Three is one of the most magical numbers and Melissa Rios is one of the most magical musical people I know. In this episode, Melissa and I have a conversation that visits quite a few fun and interesting topics. You're going to dig it. I know it.

A Different Time

I had my conversation with Melissa back in January of this year. Things were much different then, weren't they? I was getting over a cold at the time. Maybe we were just getting the first hints of news that Covid-19 was going to be a thing. My voice sounds a little stuffed up and fucked up in this episode. Rest assured, I did not have ol' 'Rona.

Melissa's voice was on point. She brought her "A" game for this episode, that's for sure. She had a lot to say about growing up with music and developing her style. We talk a lot about mariachi and Melissa's formative experiences learning to play – and play with others – within the context of mariachi. I learned some things.

We also discussed what it's like to be introverted and the center of attention simultaneously. She and I have a similar view on that sort of thing, as it turns out.

Make It Funky

One of the reasons I love Melissa Rios's music so much is that she is genuinely groovy and funky. Yes, she is a highly proficient musician and singer. But it's her soul power that makes her special. I think that will be evident to you when you hear the two songs that bookend our conversation.

Melissa has two albums out right now, both of which are available wherever you get music. Now would be a great time to buy her albums; Melissa depends on live performances for much of her income, and, well, there are no live performances happening right now. So please do what you can, won't you?

Your Support Is Appreciated!

You'll probably want to know lots more about Melissa Rios after you hear our conversation. Good news! If you go to her website, you can learn everything there is to know about her and her endeavors. Buy some music while you're there, and check out the other podcasts she has appeared on. Like I said, she's a fantastic podcast guest!

If you'd like to support the podcast and all the stuff I'm up to, visit my website and consider supporting me on Patreon. Thanks! You're the best!

TMKS #2 – Matt Has a Conversation with Jason & Melissa of Meri Dean

Wow. We are really on a roll now, aren't we?

Welcome to Episode Two of The Matt Kollock Show! Are we having fun yet? Who cares!

Meet Meri Dean

Friends, I am excited to introduce you to my friends, Jason and Melissa Kadinger of Meri Dean. They are a fantastic set of humans and a formidable musical duo. I am proud to know them, and I'm stoked to know you're going to know them, too.

Damn. We talked about a lot of stuff in this one. It was the first interview I did for the podcast, and I dig how it went down. Man.

We got into conversation about the new Meri Dean album, Don't Feed Monsters, as well as a number of other wide-ranging subjects such as music in the future on Saturn, the power of a good gospel choir, Leinenkugel's beer and much, much more!

Two Meri Dean Tunes!

My conversation with Jason and Melissa is bookended by two songs from the aforementioned Don't Feed Monsters: "Melody No. 5" and "The Laurel Tree." Hopefully, you will love the songs so much that you'll get a copy of the album for yourself. You can do so by going to the official Meri Dean website. It's a great place to hang out if you're into cool things.

Fun fact: I sing on "The Laurel Tree," so that's pretty neat.

Thank You!

Thank you so much for hanging out and spending time with The Matt Kollock Show! Your listenership means a lot to me.

If you're interested in learning more about me and what other stuff I'm up to, check out my official website.

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Thanks again, friends!

TMKS #1 – Who Is Matt Kollock and Why Does He Have a Show?

Welcome!

It's the very first episode of The Matt Kollock Show! How Exciting! How exciting?

In this episode, I go deep on me. I talk about how I got here, what I'm doing, why I do it and what listeners can expect.

What's "Hopeless Horse" All About?

After I ramble for nearly an hour, I get into my song, "Hopeless Horse," with a little story about how I came up with it, followed by an exclusive podcast performance. Fun!

I hope you enjoy the podcast. Please subscribe and rate and do all that stuff for me, won't you? Thanks!

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