The 1975’s Matty Healy says he’s trying something he hasn’t done before: being earnest

Matty Healy is known for his onstage antics and ironic performance of fame, but he’s always been somewhat guarded. On the 1975’s new album, Being Funny in a Foreign Language, he leans into sincerity in a way he’s never done before. In this wide-ranging interview, he discussed everything from the transcendent power of music to his problem with the band Oasis. Follow and subscribe to our podcast: Q with Tom Power is a daily conversation with the artists, writers, actors and musicians who define this cultural moment in time. The conversation is informal, wide-ranging, playful, and allows the artist to explore their art and the contexts that have shaped them through their career. Visit for more! Follow us on Instagram: Or Twitter: Or Facebook: