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Last of the Great Pretenders

Matt Nathanson · 2013

51 min · 15 tracks · folk

A blend of introspective folk melodies and candid storytelling that captures the essence of modern life.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • introspective storytelling for quiet nights
  • candid lyrics for personal connection
  • ideal for leisurely afternoons
  • warm melodies for cozy settings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2013, Matt Nathanson was building on the momentum from his previous album, 'Modern Love' (2007), which had expanded his audience significantly. 'Last of the Great Pretenders' marked his seventh studio release, showcasing a deeper lyrical maturity and an evolution in his sound as he explored themes of love and loss more profoundly.
Stylistic neighbors
Gavin DeGraw· Jason Mraz· John Mayer

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Earthquake Weather 4:09
  • 2 Mission Bells 3:39
  • 3 Last Days of Summer in San Francisco 3:38
  • 4 Kinks Shirt 3:00
  • 5 Sky High Honey 3:26
  • 6 Annie's Always Waiting (For the Next One to Leave) 2:56
  • 7 Kill the Lights 3:04
  • 8 Heart Starts 3:18
  • 9 Birthday Girl 4:03
  • 10 Sunday New York Times 3:14
  • 11 Farewell, December 4:01
  • 12 Mission Bells (live & acoustic at Decibelle, San Francisco) 3:31
  • 13 Kinks Shirt (live & acoustic at Decibelle, San Francisco) 2:58
  • 14 Come on Get Higher (live & acoustic at Decibelle, San Francisco) 3:37
  • 15 Fall on Me (live & acoustic at Decibelle, San Francisco) 2:38

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