Skye's music focuses on the nitty gritty complexities of surrounding environments, relationships, and the internal conflicts that come with being an individual
Skye Matlock’s self-titled project is a brew of bass, drums, and a healthy amount of
distortion. Released on Friday the 13th of January, Skye’s spellbinding debut single
“Dominique” opens with a hypnotic riff, leading into a chorus break that leaves the listener
head banging against their will. “I find freedom in singing about the things that are
uncomfortable to talk about.”
Dominique, a play on the word “Dominant”, warns the audience about a woman who is almost alien in her ways, letting you know to expect the opposite of whatever you plan on getting from her. “My best friend was going through something with a guy when I was messing around with the riff. We’re constantly empowering each other, and I hate when anyone makes her feel less than what she deserves, and it all started with ‘She doesn’t cry for you!’”
Skye picked up a bass at the age of 13 and hasn’t looked back since moving from Dallas,
Texas to NYC in 2017. It was only a matter of time before she married her growing collection
of lyrics with the groove of her basslines, drawing inspiration from the sludge of Black
Sabbath, melodies of Pixies, and rawness of the White Stripes. Skye's music focuses on the nitty gritty complexities of surrounding environments, relationships, and the internal conflicts
that come with being an individual.
“At my first performance as a solo act, I remember soundchecking with Dominique, and seeing one of the other bands watching with their mouths open. I could tell they thought I was just going to be like every other female artist.” NYC band SAVOIA’s drummer and producer was one of those, Jonathan Awad, was one of those in the crowd, and felt like the stars were aligned to collaborate. “Jon is such a genius. He’s helped me shape my sound and idealize the vibe of everything I’ve written for the project, and I can’t imagine working with another producer who understands what I’m going for.”
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