Australian singer-songwriter Matt Corby releases “Big Ideas,” the first single from his upcoming project “Tragic Magic.” Learn about the new sound and his career evolution. Listen, stream, buy the track, mp3 download.
Australian singer-songwriter Matt Corby presents “Big Ideas,” the compelling lead single from his newly announced project “Tragic Magic.” The track arrives via Island Records Australia and signals a new creative phase for the artist.
Corby self-produced the song with longtime collaborator Dann Hume, promising the textured and soul-inflected sound that defines his work. The artist first captured international attention with his hit “Brother,” a song that topped Australian charts and earned him multiple ARIA Awards.

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His journey from early television fame to a respected album artist with releases like “Rainbow Valley” showcases a deliberate path of artistic growth. “Big Ideas” serves as the initial glimpse into “Tragic Magic,” a collection set for release next March. The single’s structure and production highlight Corby’s distinct vocal range and his band’s cohesive instrumentation.
This release follows a period of relative quiet, building anticipation among his global fanbase. The strategic rollout positions “Tragic Magic” as a significant entry in his catalog, potentially building on the critical and commercial success of his previous albums. “Big Ideas” is now available for streaming and download.
Matt Corby – Big Ideas
From the project “Tragic Magic” set for release in March next year.
Produced by Matt Corby, Dann Hume
March 6, 2026
1 song, 3 minutes
An Island Records Australia release; ℗ 2026 Rainbow Valley Records, under exclusive licence to Universal Music Australia Pty Ltd