Nothing Left to Lose

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Subtle Christian themes transcend any faith.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that Christian artist Mat Kearney uses lyrics that avoid explicit language, but offer sophisticated ideas and imagery that will make these songs most appealing to more mature tweens and teens. Although he's billed as a Christian artist, his religious talk is very subtle and can cross over to any faith.

  • Subtle message of stepping up in spite of difficulty and standing up for your beliefs: "I won't back down/I won't turn around...doesn't matter what comes crashing down/I'm still gonna stand my solid ground."
  • Some vivid imagery used to describe emotional wreckage: "I woke up this morning to a blood red sky/they're burning on the bridge and turning off the lights...the water is rising on a river turning red," "I would take a bullet for you," "blood in the rain."
  • Not applicable.

What's the story?

A versatile artist who handles gentle pop, edgy rap, and power ballads with equal competence, Mat Kearney is primarily a storyteller -- skilled in getting his point across with a combination of vivid visual description, visceral emotion, and heady intelligence. Fans should know that nearly half of the material on NOTHING LEFT TO LOSE (his major-label debut) was previously released in 2004. But new fans will appreciate the depth and variety of the songs presented here, and some of the retreads sound freshly mixed.


Is it any good?

 

Nothing Left to Lose is an impressive collection of beautifully written songs performed with whole-hearted passion and smooth, poetic intensity. Although billed as a Christian artist, Kearney offers an inclusive, generous world view that will make his songs ring true to fans of any faith. Those looking for a little more Mat can find his music on the Grey's Anatomy soundtrack, Season 3.


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What families can talk about

Families can talk about different ways in which you can get a message across. Is it more effective to be very obvious about your agenda, or to tell interesting stories that make a more subtle point?


This review was written by Kathi Kamen Goldmark
Teen, 17 years old
July 7, 2009
 
Great! Ages 11 and up!
Matt Kearny is the man! He brings meaning to what its like to be a christian, I find his music uplifting and inspiring in regards to keeping the faith that I obtain within my heart. Awesome voice and lyrics. All I need, Undeniable, Nothing Left to Loose are all great songs!

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This review was written by Kathi Kamen Goldmark
Artist:Mat Kearney
Release date:October 10, 2007
Label:Sony Music
Genre:Christian Rock
Parental advisory:No

This review was written by Kathi Kamen Goldmark
 

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