Matt Corby: Telluric

From the Australian Idol-born stereotype that he is merely a semi-talented musician seeking fame, to the rumour that he’s a pop star primadonna, Corby has constantly dashed expectations. Now, with his debut album Telluric, Corby makes who he is and who he always was plain for all: he’s an incredibly talented musician.

An immensely raw and patient album, Telluric unfolds slowly, like a flower coming into bloom. A simple funk and groove is threaded throughout the album, somewhat reminiscent of Chet Faker’s 2012 Thinking In Textures EP, particularly on opener ‘Belly Side Up’. A departure from singles like ‘Brother’ and ‘Resolution’, the style change elevates Corby’s tender voice and hints at some of the hardships he has gone through to find himself. ‘Do You No Harm’, ‘Good To Be Alone’ and ‘Wrong Man’ hold you tight as Corby bares his emotional sincerity, while ‘Knife Edge’ contains a funky rhythm you would expect from CeeLo Green or Frank Ocean.

Telluric is an incredible self-portrait, one that dismisses preconceptions and portrays a man and his love for music. It’s a long overdue debut and an optimistic nod to whatever comes next.