SI #7 This is Matt Young | King Parrot

Sentimental Illness

Youngy!
Okay now... hang on, because this is a whole other thing.
Matt's legendary Australian hardcore band, King Parrot, has really made waves and strides over the past few years. They've found their way to the biggest stages in the world. Part of that is their connection to Pantera's Phil Anselmo, as the band are on his label, Housecore Records, but also because they might put on the most energetic, hilarious, and outrageous live act I've seen in decades.
I was able to see them last September when they played Seattle and within minutes of taking the stage, the tornado was on full steam. Matt and the band killed it, and the next thing I know it's over and I'm a sweaty mess. A hour whizzed by and I realized that I had grinned ear to ear the entire time.
Their show is a masterpiece of noise and outrageous energy and the man at the center of the whirlwind is my guest today.
Welcome Matthew (Youngy) Young of King Parrot!
TIME CODES:
2:00 What does Rob want to create for the rest of his life?
5:30 The kind maniac, Matt Young
9:00 The similarities between seasons in Australia and the PNW
13:50 King Parrot is all about the LIVE experience
17:00 Ozzy was the inspiration behind the buckets of water
22:00 Bon Scott was the inspiration behind EVERYTHING else
27:00 National Invisible Day
32:50 The audience confuses the King Parrot message
37:30 Therapy and AA and the message of the Higher Power
42:00 Matt loves loves loves The Kinks
47:00 Wanting to travel outside of Australia
51:00 Playing the big shows with Pantera and Cattle Decapitation
55:45 The best influences in Youngy's life
1:00:00 Being of service to others in professional and personal life
1:05:00 The crazy creative and struggling with self esteem
1:10:00 Overcoming addiction and embracing sobriety
1:15:00 Navigating boundaries
1:16:00 What does Matt dream about?
THIS DAY IN HISTORY: In 1964, the Beatles began their only tour EVER, by playing 2 shows in Denmark. British drummer Jimmie Nicol replaces Ringo Starr (recovering from tonsillitis) for the first five dates. Can you imagine seeing the Beatles... (the BEATLES)... on their only tour and you DON'T get Ringo? Sheesh.
BIRTHDAYS: Angelina Jolie was born today in 1975. Russell Brand born today in 1975.
WEIRD TRIVIA OF THE WEEK:National Invisible day: How many times have you wished to be invisible? The Invisible Day offers us a chance to explore that fantasy, but with a twist that’s more about inner peace than vanishing acts. It’s a day that invites us to step back from our daily grind and find solace in solitude, acknowledging those moments when we all feel a bit unseen or overwhelmed by the demands of a connected world.This special day is celebrated across the United States not just for the playful idea of invisibility but also as a meaningful nod to mental health. Invisible Day supports taking a break to unwind, reflect, and enjoy our own company away from the pressures of social media and work.
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