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On June 9, 2026, Matt Corby transformed Melbourne’s iconic Forum Melbourne into something intimate, emotional, and almost spiritual. From the moment he walked on stage, the atmosphere felt less like a concert and more like a shared experience between artist and audience. Corby’s voice carried effortlessly through the venue, raw and powerful one moment, delicate and haunting the next.
The setlist balanced newer material with the songs that first made audiences fall in love with him. “Resolution” was a standout early in the night, building slowly before erupting into the soaring chorus that had the entire room singing along. Years after its release, the song still feels deeply personal live, and Corby delivered it with incredible conviction. Later, “Brother” brought one of the loudest reactions of the evening. The crowd echoed every lyric back at him, creating a moment that felt both nostalgic and cathartic.
The most unforgettable part of the show, however, came during an unexpected and deeply moving surprise. Corby introduced a recording his father had recently rediscovered of him singing “Amazing Grace” at just ten years old. As the childhood recording played through the Forum, Corby joined in live, effectively performing a duet with his younger self. The contrast between the innocent voice of a child and the rich depth of the artist he has become was genuinely emotional. The audience fell completely silent, absorbing the moment before erupting into applause.
Throughout the night, Corby proved why he remains one of Australia’s most compelling live performers. His ability to blend technical brilliance with vulnerability made the concert feel authentic and unforgettable. At the Forum, Matt Corby didn’t just perform songs, he created moments that lingered long after the lights came up.
Words and images by Monique Pizzica
