Mat Kearney stands as a singer-songwriter who achieves widespread acclaim through his emotional rock-folk music and narrative-driven storytelling. The combination of introspective lyrics and genre-bending soundscapes, with his voice which combines vulnerability and quiet strength has attracted a devoted fanbase who appreciate his skill to transform ordinary experiences into epic songs.

After college, Kearney started writing and recording music independently which led to the development of his musical career. His debut album, Nothing Left to Lose achieved major-label success in 2006 when it received critical acclaim through its acoustic guitar rhythms, spoken word elements and ambient pop production. The title track achieved radio success which led to the album receiving Gold certification and establishing Kearney as a national performer.