Cage The Elephant's Matt Shultz opens up about his psychosis and healing through music

Rock band Cage the Elephant recently celebrated one billion Spotify streams for "Cigarette Daydreams" and wrapped their largest tour to date, including a sold-out Madison Square Garden show. In an interview with Anthony Mason, the Shultz brothers talk about the challenges that shaped their latest album, "Neon Pill."

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[angelthedemon]

As a schizophrenic person, its so refreshing to see the topic of psychosis covered with so much respect. No sensationalism, no stigma, no shame, just letting Matt tell his story. I am also happily suprised by this comment section being full of postivity and people relating ❤️ hopefully this inspires more news networks to follow this example

[lizr]

So thankful Matt shared his experience with psychosis. We need more awareness and government support for funding mental health care.

[justinroe]

What a comeback. Been a Cage fan for a long time and we all knew something was spiraling with Matt. When the gun charges happened it was almost a releif. Fans like myself knew he was going to get the help he needed wether he accepted it or not, the option was health or jail time. I saw them 2 times on the latest tour and he was like a new person on stage. He was in control and it showed during the entire setlist. Welcome back Matt.

[alexhopewell]

5:22 "I felt like 'how could I let this happen to me?'"
"But you didn't let it happen. It happened."

I think a lot of people need to hear that.

[nonamepainter]

His energy and his presence while performing is unparalleled. If you see Matt Schultz performing, you've seen passionate perfection.

[AeonsAway]

The stigma kills. Talking about psychosis is very brave. ❤

[nicsul]

this was a cathartic interview. as someone who's had psychotic episodes i can totally relate to Matts experience. tbh humanity needs to be more understanding regarding this topic. cause having to live a "normal" life while in psychosis is basically impossible.
btw if you guys havent heard Matts band before Cage the Elephant i highly recommend checking them out, theyre called "Perfect Confusion" <3

[DianeKiely]

I have chills for Matt and Eva … such a beautiful story of redemption and unconditional love. Bless his strong, honest heart ❤️

[kadeyncemusic]

I was diagnosed with psychosis at around 18 years old due to drug abuse and music absolutely saved me. I don’t know what it is but art can be such a powerful outlet for anyone struggling with something similar.

[realcancan]

I like Anthony's style of interviewing, and you can tell that Matt is comfortable around him. Solid journalism. God speed to CTE and Matt ✌️🎸

[randallreid]

As much as I can not stand mainstream media that was a very well done and respectful story. Great job

[tenofdiamonds]

This was a wonderful interview full of empathy and warmth. I love that there are finally these kinds of conversations about mental health happening. An extraordinary piece. Well done!

[scary_fu]

i went through it too. changed my music and my relationship with everyone around me. psychosis is no joke. i could hear it in his lyrics and music.

[bill_case]

So great Matt and Eva reunited. I hope they have a long, happy marriage!

[natetosto]

I was indifferent about Cage The Elephant until they played with a few other bands that I liked in Atlanta two years ago. Cage was hands down the best of all the bands I actually went to see. Not only did they F’ing rock, it was so clear how grateful they were to be doing what they love for thousands every night. They made a fan for life that night. Pulling for Matt!

[dakotashanenunley]

Whoever the interviewer is is amazing and has therapist level empathy. Bravo, sir

[lucyrudolph]

as someone who has experienced psychosis multiple times, , it does feel so so real when you’re in it no matter how strange the delusions.

[bisket]

Caught these guys when they were rather new and young opening for Silversun Pickups and they absolutely blew me away! Matts energy on stage is incredible!!

[iamlpinthe]

What a story. Scary stuff. I’m so happy that he made it out and got to renew his vows.

[TuckerOlen]

This band is something else live!! I'm officially obsessed.