We had the good fortune of connecting with Matt Jones and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Matt, why did you decide to pursue a creative path?
Simply put, songwriting and singing is what I enjoy most. I am grateful I have discovered this fact. Many people aren’t so fortunate.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I am first and foremost a songwriter. I also sing and play guitar. I am the frontman for a rockin’ roots country band, Songbird Jones. Currently, I am most excited about writing songs for other people, co-writing with other songwriters and writing custom, heirloom type songs for farms and ranches. I love the opportunity to take an idea, a phrase, a hook or a story and trying to craft it into a song. It is a challenge that keeps me inspired.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I am proud of Fort Worth, the city where I am from. There are a growing number of excellent places to show and tell someone about. I would likely take someone to the original Kincaid’s on Camp Bowie for a hamburger. I have two small children so these days trying to find a place where we can eat or drink and the kids can run wild is the optimal spot.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
The list would be really long, so for times sake Ill just name the most important couple. My parents. They have always provided an immense amount of support, encouragement, love, and on and on and on. Along the way I have had numerous friends, mentors, family members, co-workers come alongside me who deserve credit and recognition. I hope I am always quick to thank them and have the ability to recognize their impactful role in my life.

Website: http://www.thesongbirdjones.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesongbirdjones/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesongbirdjones

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1kZyclLcr7_5hek0ao1_BQ

Others: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKKR7iBRsd0

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