Australian musician Matt Corby has revealed that his vocal fold remains dislocated years after an on-stage injury. In an interview, he explained that one of the two muscles controlling his vocal folds is still out of place, a condition he first noticed during a performance. 'I felt it click in my throat,' he said. Despite the injury, Corby continued singing for about a year before seeking medical advice. An ENT specialist told him the dislocation was rare and asked how he was still able to sing.
Corby cited Nina Simone as one of his greatest musical influences, praising her power and the messages in her work. He also shared his approach to album track listings, noting that his favourite songs often appear as track five or seven. 'There is always some little jam around then that's sick,' he said.
The singer recounted a memorable studio session for his song 'Maggie', where a magpie's melody inspired him to play along on the piano. The bird sang in harmony with his final chord, creating what he called 'a really sick intro'. He also expressed a desire to collaborate with a kookaburra in the future, citing its polyrhythmic calls.
Corby revealed a secret talent for playing bass guitar, saying he would give up singing if someone paid him to play bass full-time. He also mentioned his ability to quickly learn trivial skills, such as solving a Rubik's Cube after watching someone else do it.
Reflecting on fan interactions, Corby recalled a generous gesture in Melbourne where two fans paid for his family's breakfast without taking credit. 'A pretty baller move,' he said. He also discussed his past jobs, including working at a coffee shop, which he enjoyed for its instant gratification compared to the music industry.
When asked about chaotic on-stage moments, Corby admitted to having bad dreams about a particular gig but did not provide further details.
