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Matt DeAngelis is a singer/songwriter from Southern New Jersey, USA. This talented artist started his songwriting journey at the age of 8 and has used his talent to spread awareness about mental health issues and climate change that are impacting the entire world. His talent in singing is as great as his cause. Even after being diagnosed with OCD, Matt did not let it stop him from pursuing his dreams and instead, he has used it as a fuel to thrive better and feel more.

“Matt uses his charismatic voice to stun you with his latest ‘Free At Last’ filling our hearts with hope and strength.”

Before I start saying anything about the song I need to acknowledge one thing, that it has been a while since I have heard a voice as smooth as Matt’s. Now the song, Free At Last is a heartfelt song that speaks about the power of support, be it the support of family or God. The music is soothing and supports the theme of the song emphasizing the importance of community, trust, and belief. It positively reinforces the fact that not everything is under our control but how we choose to deal with the situation is. Matt sings every verse and every line of the song like he means it and his beautiful voice and sincerity movingly touch the audience’s heart. Everyone deserves to hear this beautiful song at least once in life and this is your queue to go listen to it now.

We had a chance to ask Matt few questions and here is how it went :

Question 1.

You mentioned that your work stems from your faith, what is your faith and what makes it so strong?

Answer.

I have been a Bible believing Christian from a young age and God has guided me to where I am today in my life. Without God, I don’t know where I would be. Sometimes we get used to just having Him around like a friend and temporarily forget His value, which I am guilty of at times. While it’s human nature to stray from your path, having a good foundation of faith throughout my life has molded my songwriting into what it currently is.

Question 2.

What is it like living with OCD and any advice you would like to give to others who are dealing with the same situation?

Answer.

Living with OCD is a continuous, everyday struggle. It never fully leaves you. You can always sense its presence in your mind, which in turn, affects your body, and it has brought me to the brink many times over again. My entire life has been riddled with this despicable illness, but I have refused to let it define me as a person. I’ve had to work three times as hard as the next person to achieve what I have thus far in my life, but I’m the one who is in control, not my OCD. Once again, my strong faith and positive outlook have been key in managing this mental struggle. My advice is to seek counseling, and see a doctor if you may require medication in conjunction to therapy. I’ve learned to control the intrusive unwanted thoughts brought about by my OCD with therapy, medication, and most of all a positive outlook that is reinforced by my faith.

Question 3.

Apart from mental health issues, climate change is another issue that you are very vocal about, do you recall any particular incident that made you so worries about the climate change?

Answer.

I am known as both an advocate for mental health and very outspoken concerning the predicament we as a world are facing with climate change. I have always been highly fascinated with weather, especially since around the age of 8 or 9. I received tours in several meteorology news stations and have always had a passion as an observer of the weather around me. It wasn’t until a few years or so ago, when I began to take storm chasing more seriously, that I came to the realization that climate change is a major problem in the world we are living in today, and is only trending to be more troublesome in the very near future. I documented one of New Jersey’s largest tornadoes in recorded history almost 3 years ago, having been featured across many news stations that focused this storm chase around climate change. I was featured on the Weather Channel’s widely known television program entitled “Deadline to Disaster” and told my story of how I chased this tornado, but also advocated my stance on climate change and how we as a society must become more aware of our world and ways to protect it. We are only stewards of this planet, it’s really not ours to destroy.

Question 4.

Who is your biggest music inspiration?

Answer.

My biggest music inspiration would have to be David Bowie. It all began when I was in the car driving with my dad at around the age of 8 or so. He put “Hunky Dory” in the CD player of the car for us to listen to, and I immediately fell in love with David Bowie’s incredible musicianship and songwriting. My mom has also greatly inspired me to a plethora of musical inspirations, shaping who I am as a musician and songwriter today.

Question 5.

Do you have any favorite line from the songs that you have written?

Answer.

Do you have any favorite line from the songs that you have written?
While I wouldn’t say that I particularly have a favorite line from the many songs I have written, there is a line in my most recent release “Free At Last” that has struck a number of people while listening to this song. In the second verse of the song, I sing: “They say there’s never time for dreamers. The world sure could use a few more.” This was in reference to changing the world and being an inspiration to others, whether it be through my mental health, climate change, or to just bring joy and happiness to fans and people throughout the world. We need more people in our world who dream big, because the possibilities are endless.

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