Crys Matthews’ new single, “Waking Up the Dead,” pulls one into a world shaped by a profound supernatural experience. Inspired by an eerie moment in a Quaker Meeting House cemetery, Crys translates this uncanny encounter into a captivating folk tune. Her ability to channel such moments into meaningful music gives the song its magnetic quality and blends her personal story with a greater narrative of spirituality and reflection.
Known for her rich blend of Americana, folk, and blues, Crys delivers her message with a warmth that feels immediate, timeless, and heartfelt. In “Waking Up the Dead,” the depth comes through not just in her voice, but in her honest storytelling. It’s a characteristic that has made her a standout among socially conscious songwriters. Echoing the very experience that inspired it, “Waking Up the Dead” feels grounded in traditional folk roots but infused with something otherworldly.
Crys says,
“Because I am notoriously early, they weren’t quite ready for me to set up yet. I didn’t want to stress them out, so I just went out back and started walking around, and I could feel somebody in that cemetery being so incredibly happy to see me there. It was surreal. I went back inside and immediately started writing.”
Crys’ commitment to amplifying unheard voices is evident here, but with a personal touch that deepens the connection between the artist and listener. With its ghostly backstory and heartfelt delivery, “Waking Up the Dead” is a song that lingers and is one that will speak to anyone open to the mysteries of life and the stories they leave behind.
