caffine, lack of sleep, unsmooth technology, clouds, rain, snow, salt water, broken guitar stings, melba toast, dirty oil, flock of sea gulls when I've run out of bread, this is ridiculous, trains in the distance, the realization that you've been driving for a while but have no recolection of the last twenty minutes, etc...
Matt Larson is determined to avoid the cliché of the sullen, self-involved singer song-writer, both in his music and in his on-stage demeanor. He is thought provoking yet fun, intelligent yet unpretentious. The optimistic, affable tone that typifies his music is bal-anced and enriched by an underlying complexity and subtlety that make his songs more than a fleeting, superficial pleasure.
In concert, he uses his humor, gregarious nature and thoroughly eclectic repertoire of cover tunes to awake and engage everyone within earshot, going so far as to make members of the audience the focus of the show. Matt has been known to accompany his vocals with acoustic guitar, piano, loops, programming, banjo and mandolin. But whatever instrument he chooses, it is the warmth and wit expressed through his voice that reaches out and draws his audience in.
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MATT LARSON: This Living Room
Passionate, soulful, groovacious, pop artist Matt Larson is a singer songwriter acoustic guitarist with some harmonica and piano playing in the mix. He's been compared to James Blunt, Ben Folds, and Radiohead with his inviting voice and lyrical depth. You'll also hea
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The Eagle Review
September 21, 2006
By Thomas Nobles
Eagle Music Critic
Florida Gulf Coast Univesity
Matt Larson “This Living Room”
So, who is Matt Larson? To be honest, I am not quite sure. Last week the editor of this newspaper handed me Larson’s new album, This Living Room, and asked if I would make it the topic of my next review. After just a couple of listens I was very glad to have accepted the assignment. Larson’s soothing melodies seem like they would be just the thing to lift my spirits after a day’s worth of tedious college courses.
According to the album insert Larson plays a ridiculous number of instruments on This Living Room. This impressive list includes various guitars, other stringed instruments, keyboards, pianos, and even a harmonica. He was also responsible for most – if not all – of the writing, producing, engineering and mixing. Larson accomplished all of this from the comfort of his own home. What a showoff.
A few of these tunes were able to catch my attention more than others. The first track, “In Distress She”, sounds a bit like some sort of long lost Maroon 5 b-side. Early Ben Folds Five seems to be getting channeled during “You Won’t Let Me Go,” the album’s second song. “Doubt” is probably one of the most infectious songs I have heard in a long time. I also quite enjoy the delicate banjo picking that flows throughout “Resolve.” Out of the album’s thirteen tracks there are only a couple that I do not really care for. I think that is pretty impressive coming from an independent artist.
Within my first few listens I came to the conclusion that the songs on This Living Room make for some great homework music. Some tunes are just mellow enough to play in the background while typing a research paper, and yet at the same time lively enough to put on the soundtrack to any road trip. I know that sounds like an odd combination, but it totally works.
Even though musically Larson does not break much new ground on This Living Room, his lyrics are still very heartfelt and original. His talent with multiple instruments is also undeniable. I have no doubt that his songs would ft in very well on mainstream radio stations alongside the likes of Jack Johnson, Maroon 5, or even Dave Matthews...
what it do? kinda a new way of saying hey?? im jsut hanging out going to a concert tonight. let me know when ur in this area again maybe ill come out? if u got any music u would suggest that may open my mind any or something let me know.
i just wanted to stop by and let u know, after being in college all day and work in the evening, i really luv listening to ur kind of music! keep it up, stop by to say hi. i luv ur page!
Hey Matt...If I could play music as good as you,,,,,I'd be heading for the UK.....What are you thinking..Hey thanks for the add....I'm revamping myspace...I've got a playlist...once I figure it out ..I'll get your music over there..Need to figure it out first...Keep up the good work..better start thinking about a trip to the UK,,I would...Buffalojoeyo
thank for having me as your friend.and i was listening to your music its like a medcine to my heart you have a beautiful voice.hope you have a great day.i hope god keeps blessing you with your pretty music.
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