Matracia confronts the lingering memory of his Favorite Ghost in his haunting new single and cinematic video — showcasing today on Tinnitist.
The self-produced track marks a significant step forward for Matracia, who recorded and mixed the song independently in his Brooklyn studio. The song and video are deeply intimate, delving into the fear of unveiling one’s deepest traumas to others.
Inspired by classic cult-horror films, the Favorite Ghost video was recently selected to screen as part of the Nitehawk Shorts Fest in Brooklyn as part of their music-driven showcase on Feb. 29. This milestone adds to Matracia’s growing profile and follows the success of his last single Slow, which caught the attention of acclaimed singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright, who invited Matracia to open for him on a recent tour.
The video, directed by queer filmmaker Tyler Jensen (known for his work on the documentary Scream, Queen! My Nightmare on Elm Street and the 2023 feature Our Son), follows the story of an abusive cult leader and one of his followers who has reached his limit. Shot at a rustic farmhouse in rural New Jersey, the gothic setting and eerie landscape adds to the dark and gritty spirit of the song.
Combining a modern electronic sound with a folk-music background, Matracia is the project of Brooklyn-based songwriter Dylan Matracia. After getting sober in 2019, Matracia’s songwriting came to the forefront as part of his journey in recovery. This single marks the first venture in recording and mixing his own work independently.
Watch Favorite Ghost above, hear more from Matracia below, and find him on his website and Instagram.
