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Someone is about to experience your music.
Book a Listening Session.
Share your song and the story behind it. I’ll experience your music from beginning to end and send you a personal video with my genuine first impressions and reflections.
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Before I press play…
Every song has a backstory.
Tell me the story behind your song.
What inspired it?Where did it come from?What should I know before I listen?
Sometimes a little context changes everything.
How it works
Three simple steps.
Add the backstory
Tell me what to know before I press play.
Receive your response
Get a private video of the complete first listen.
Meet your listener
Meet Matthew.
A working musician, songwriter and performer who genuinely enjoys being one of the first people to experience new music.
Meet your listener →Listening Session
R650
One-time payment
One song. One complete first listen. One private personal response.
Book a session →Gift a Listening Session
Give a songwriter something meaningful.
The opportunity to have their song genuinely heard, understood and thoughtfully explored.
Purchase a Listening Session for someone special and receive a unique digital gift code they can use when they are ready.
Gift a Listening Session →FAQ
The essentials.
What can I submit?+
A demo, finished song, music video, instrumental, live performance, or unreleased track.
Can I submit a rough mix or unfinished demo?+
Yes. Rough mixes, bedroom recordings, voice-note ideas and unreleased songs are welcome. The focus is what the song communicates, not how polished it is.
What genres do you accept?+
All genres are welcome. The session is about experiencing the song, its story and its creative intention with full attention.
Is my submission private?+
Yes. Your music, story, lyrics, and response are private by default. Nothing is shared publicly. Only after receiving your feedback video can you optionally choose to allow a short snippet.
Is this a technical review?+
No. It is a complete first listen followed by genuine impressions and reflections—not a score, ranking, or mix assessment.
What do I receive?+
A private personal video that includes your backstory, the complete first listen, and the response afterwards.
Can I change my submission after paying?+
Yes. Your confirmation opens a private submission page where you can make changes for 24 hours. It then locks so Matthew can begin.
When will I receive my video?+
Your private personal response will be delivered by email and on your submission page within seven days of payment.
Does a Listening Session guarantee opportunities?+
No. It is thoughtful creative feedback and a genuine first impression. It does not guarantee industry placement, playlist inclusion, commercial success, or professional mixing and mastering advice.