Personnel: Mat Kearney (vocals, acoustic guitar, piano); Jerry McPherson, Lynn Nichols, Greg Hagan (acoustic guitar, electric guitar); Paul Moak (electric guitar, banjo, accordion, piano, Fender Rhodes piano, Wurlitzer organ); David May (electric guitar); Matt Butler, Claire Indie (cello); Andy Selby (strings); Robert "Aurel M" Marvin (piano, toy piano, vibraphone, programming); Jeremy Lutito, Will Sayles (drums, percussion); Lindsay Jamieson (drums).
Audio Mixers: F. Reid Shippen; Michael Brauer; Tom Laune.
Recording information: Bridge Street Studios; Dark Horse Recording; Dutchland Studios; Smoakstack Studio; Sweetbriar Studio.
Photographer: Jeremy Cowart.
Unknown Contributor Role: Mat Kearney.
NOTHING LEFT TO LOSE is the major label debut from adult alternative singer-songwriter Mat Kearney. With a style that recalls Jason Mraz or John Mayer, Kearney blends a rhythmic delivery influenced by hip-hop with folky, pop-conscious songcraft. NOTHING LEFT TO LOSE is mellow and understated, but the vibe fits nicely with Kearney's earnest persona, a quality reflected in his often confessional lyrics. This album is sure to please fans of expressive, groove-oriented pop-rock in the mainstream singer-songwriter vein. minimize