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These Times Won't Last

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Matt McCloskey

These Times Won't Last

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I'm Playing Here

In The Past

About The Record

This is my first solo record. I'm head over heels about it. Everything was recorded in Austin, TX at my house. Download it, burn it, put it on in your car or on your home stereo and turn it up loud.

Credits

All songs written by Matt McCloskey. © Matt McCloskey.

Production & Engineering - Matt McCloskey

Additional engineering: George Henderson & James Richardson

Players

Mixing

Casey Diiorio - Valve Studios

Mastering

Alan Douches - West West Side Music

Photography

Andrew McCloskey

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  • ryan harkrider Sep 26th at 4:48 PM

    like all the album covers. love the album.

  • Niko Mar 18th at 3:00 PM

    I just saw you walk past me at sxsw. It was closest I have been to a celebrity siting! I wish you were playing more shows this week. I got to catch you at Thunderbird. Your presence is overwhelming.

  • young Jan 26th at 2:54 PM

    cool site

  • Joe Rice Nov 8th at 11:55 AM

    I saw you open for Andy Davis and you did a great job! I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for your shows in Austin from now on. Keep up the good work.

  • Duffie Sep 30th at 11:46 AM

    I haven't listened to it, just because I'm on a school computer, buuttt I will when I get home. I just wanted to say that the whole vinyl thing, is probably the coolest thing ever. I'm just saying.

  • Gigi Sep 20th at 5:02 PM

    Love the b&w photos below. Bushman is awesome, he captured the musical wild rumpus that is in you.

  • Larry Murray Sep 2nd at 10:25 AM

    I think this is a damn good record

  • Mike Aug 30th at 9:03 PM

    Beti- the female Kevin Bacon

  • Beti Aug 30th at 8:46 PM

    Matt, I was on-call this weekend at the Hospital. I'm a chaplain and I didn't get to download, "It's not over." Would you email the track to me? By the way, I was David Schwab's youth leader when he was in high school. I know his entire family.

  • Abbie Garcia Aug 30th at 3:35 PM

    Diggin this a lot Matt, I'm always impressed with your music. Keep it up, they'll all be listening soon enough!

  • Roxi Aug 28th at 1:21 PM

    Congrats Matt! Great Work!!! Love all the creative collaboration and hope you and your beautiful family are doing wonderfully well!!! Much love...

  • Denis Laing Aug 28th at 12:32 PM

    High-Res Digital edition download is paid for, now where do you download it from?

  • Denis Laing Aug 28th at 12:17 PM

    Love the new material. I have "These Times won't Last" and love it

  • Michele Aug 27th at 5:02 PM

    Great stuff Matt! I'm a new fan--what a clever idea for music and artwork.

  • Beti Aug 26th at 7:42 PM

    Delightful! Can't wait to hear tomorrow's song.The artwork is fabulous!

  • Christy G. Aug 26th at 4:36 PM

    I heard you play 'Going Back to Texas' at the Wesleys house in League City last year and I'm so happy that it's on this album! It was one of my favorites that you played. Thanks!

  • TIm McCloskey Aug 26th at 10:33 AM

    Hi Matt. I'm listening to 'Going Back to Texas' right now, and I think that out of all the music I've heard you play and sing, this is by far you're best! Fantastic! I especially like the organ - A Hammond can't be beat. And the harmonica really makes it. Simple, well done (and not overdone) and extremely bluesy, if that's a word. Just great!

    I am so proud of you!

  • Beti Aug 25th at 9:41 PM

    Like the art work. Good marketing idea!

  • SAMO4PREZ Aug 25th at 1:13 PM

    Thanks for the opportunity to contribute to this insane collaboration you have put together!

  • Gigi Aug 25th at 12:46 PM

    I love getting a song and an art piece from you everyday. Today's art installation is fantastic, ingenious, and fanciful! love, love love it. my favorite so far. (can we keep doing this everyday for the rest of my life? a song and art a day? is that too much to ask?)

  • Pat Freund Aug 25th at 10:24 AM

    U Da Man, Matt. I love what you have done with your website and your marketing. You're a great promoter as well as a fantastic singer/songwriter.

  • TIm McCloskey Aug 24th at 2:36 PM

    Very nice Matt! I really like it. Now, where is my old record player anyway.......

  • Dennis McCormick-Kovacich Aug 24th at 12:08 PM

    I missed the first song yesterday and its link brings me here today. Is there any way to still get it? Thanks!

  • Matt Aug 24th at 12:05 PM

    Neal, thanks for letting us know. I think the IE problem should be fixed now. If you try again let me know!

  • Neal Aug 24th at 11:31 AM

    the downloading thing is not working...probably just IE8 being stupid, it prompts me to download file then nothing happens...oh well, streaming the track

  • Michael Logozar Aug 24th at 10:35 AM

    Great work Matt! Love it... ordering the download now.

  • RoRo Aug 23rd at 4:45 PM

    Luv it!!!!!! Cant get enough of your music!!!!

  • Amy Aug 23rd at 2:01 PM

    Love the lyrics for I Need Love, Matt. Good honest stuff!

  • Rob Alan Aug 23rd at 1:48 PM

    Nice work man! Sounds great.

  • Phil Aug 23rd at 9:58 AM

    Ordered the vinyl, and now have to find the equipment to play it, but its WORTH IT - really looking forward to this one guys!

  • Catwholovesyou Aug 23rd at 2:51 AM

    New album, but you are still one bad booty. I'd still like to buy you a bowl of milk at a show. Just look for the same old cat that loves you.

  • Taylor Hill Aug 22nd at 9:48 PM

    Hey wish I could be there to support you and the gang bro! Sadly I am at college :( but GOOD LUCK!!!! You're a great inspiration Matt! Hope I can get involved one way or another :) Take Care man!

  • Randy Aug 20th at 10:58 PM

    And psyched too ;)

  • Randy Aug 20th at 6:46 PM

    I'm sych'ed, ordered the vinyl, but where's the 8-track?

  • Tom Petty Aug 20th at 3:47 PM

    I give up. You are the man. Let's talk about a tour together. Ryan called me this morning, he wants in too.
    PS: How do you grow your grass SO TALL?

  • Paul Aug 20th at 11:58 AM

    This is awsome, glad to see you're finally releasing it. I can't wait to hear the tunes. Congradulations on the impending additions to the fam.

  • Matt Aug 19th at 4:03 PM

    Rachel - I'm hoping you like the record better. I'm sure the Vinyl will push you over the edge.

  • Rachel Aug 19th at 12:30 PM

    I can't decide if I love the new record or the new website more!!! So proud of y'all!

  • guess who Aug 18th at 11:44 PM

    hot damn this record is hott salopes

  • sister Jul 19th at 2:28 AM

    i am so proud of you!!!

  • Matthew McCloskey Mar 6th at 10:22 AM

    Yes, that's Kayle in the background! She makes an appearance on the record too!

  • Michelle Feb 26th at 5:42 PM

    Dude, sweet new site. Is Kayle singing BGV at one point?

  • Erica Henderson Feb 26th at 5:22 PM

    Great new layout for the site!
    I can't WAIT to hear the new album :]

  • Jayne Feb 26th at 5:18 PM

    Love your new site:):) Can't wait for your new CD to be released:):):)

  • Montie Robertson Feb 26th at 5:10 PM

    YOU ROCK PLANET NARFEL BIG DADDY!!

  • Rachel Feb 26th at 4:35 PM

    LOVE the new site. f-a-b.

  • Katy Sep 14th at 9:10 AM

    You should play at Momo's in November too!!

  • Jaimee Harris Sep 9th at 1:56 PM

    Whoa, whoa, whoa... you're going to be playing with Deadman every Wednesday? You're about to see a whole lot of jaimee harris. I LOVE deadman.

  • Aug 21st at 8:22 PM

    Matt,

    great songs, great recording. Good luck to you all!

  • Just Sayin' Aug 14th at 11:10 PM

    I think you are missing some of your tour dates on your website and on theseamericantimes.com just sayin'

  • Liz Aug 13th at 9:07 PM

    Matt:
    Tyler's an audio engineer in NYC.

    http://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/EventSpaceAbout.jsp


    http://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/newsLetter/Audio-DJ.jsp

    You've GOTTA look him up next time you're there. He'd LOVE to see you! Your Aunt Debra and I just spent the weekend together last weekend. I'm in Dallas:) Would love to see you!

  • Beth Jul 30th at 12:34 AM

    Hey! My mom and your dad are cousins and she saw you play last week and told me to listen to your stuff. It's awesome! I'm sure we've met at some point in our lives, but hopefully we can meet again at this family reunion they are planning! :) Keep up the good work!

  • Just Sayin' Jul 29th at 11:27 PM

    Look at your list! I cant believe you will be on tour for two weeks!

  • Austin Smith Jul 21st at 3:13 PM

    Long time sir.

    Austin, TX should consider itself lucky to have such a genuine artist join its ranks. I'm looking forward to seeing you play on the 30th. Keep sharing the soul.

  • Cheri Gillham Jul 17th at 5:01 PM

    I can't wait to have you here to play for us!!!
    It's gonna be awesome!!!! Love your comments! We are soooo very excited! Remember have your friends RSVP EverGreenHouseConcerts@yahoo.com and we send them directions! Boerne Texas will not be the same after next Saturday night!

  • Catwholovesyou Jul 1st at 5:19 PM

    You are a badhiney. Can I buy you a bowl of milk next show? Look for the cat who loves you. (meow)

  • Matthew McCloskey Jun 29th at 9:59 PM

    Hey, we've got the same name. Super rad. Not bad music, either! Thanks very much, sir.

  • Jun 26th at 3:59 PM

    sweet stuff!! keep them coming

  • Jun 25th at 11:24 AM

    this amazing stuff! LOVE IT!

  • Catwholovesyou Jun 23rd at 11:30 PM

    You are a badbutt. Can I buy you a plate of nachos next show? Look for the dude who loves you.

  • Girlwholovesyou Jun 18th at 9:28 PM

    You are a badass. Can I buy you a beer next show? Look for the girl who loves you.

  • Damian Jun 15th at 12:07 PM

    Matt, I'm so proud of you bro! Sounds fantastic! Snazzy cover too. Who's the male model?! Looks like Blue Steel to me.

  • Kevin Burr Jun 10th at 5:06 PM

    Matt, so glad to see you still persisting with music. Lovin' the sound. Hope all is well, bud!!

  • Kim P Jun 5th at 1:07 AM

    Amazing show at the Triangle tonight! We are definitely coming out again!! I am so inspired, ya'll are just a breathe of fresh air!

  • suzy Jun 2nd at 7:35 AM

    You have a great talent, a great gift. I wish I could put a song of yours on myspace.com/hoppybuns It is of course, dedicated to animals, but I have friends from all over, including great musicians~

  • stinson May 27th at 1:21 PM

    you're brilliant! love the cleaver ideas you put into this all around...

  • Pete Cuellar May 24th at 4:52 PM

    Good Sounds, Hope to have a good crowd at UTGC!

  • Paul Soupiset May 20th at 9:57 AM

    sounds great. love the album cover. thanks for not keeping all of this bottled up.

  • Chris James May 12th at 4:19 PM

    BUCK..... I can't tell you enough how proud i am of you. I did what you told me to do. I sat back, grabbed a smoke ,and opened a Miller High Life and held on to my ASS....ha ha. It sounds Awesome! Nashville aint the same without you my friend.

  • Grace Kelso May 10th at 5:59 PM

    Matt, the album is incredible! So glad it's finally done, you guys did a great job.

  • May 7th at 11:29 AM

    you should come play a show is Paris! :)

  • May 7th at 10:32 AM

    I'm SO proud of you!!! Your album rocks so hard I can hardly stand it. Wish I could be there for your shows... but you're gonna be famous by the time I get back!!

  • Clay Jones May 5th at 10:43 PM

    PS. I think you've been listening to Springsteen and I love it!! -Clay

  • Clay Jones May 5th at 9:45 PM

    Bro!! This is incredible!! Dyin' might be one of the freshest, best songs I've heard in a long time!
    Much love!

  • Chrystal Langford Apr 29th at 8:44 PM

    Sounds great Matt! Hope to see you play in Boerne :)

  • Ben Apr 28th at 12:40 PM

    Love the vibe. And love the Deep V on the cover.

  • Josh Pigford Apr 27th at 11:52 AM

    Delicious.

  • suzy Apr 26th at 6:15 AM

    Awesome Music~~~

  • Dean Dillon Apr 25th at 7:29 PM

  • El Guapo Apr 25th at 6:20 PM

    Great job matt and crew!
    The recording is great.
    Matt love your tones!!

    chach

  • Apr 24th at 3:57 PM

    Just about all I've listened to for the last two days, awesome. Shared it with my poker group...fan base growing!

  • Taylor Hill Apr 24th at 3:47 PM

    All I can say is "Wow!" Matt you are amazing dude! Love ya bro! Hope everything is going well!

  • Apr 24th at 3:06 PM

    Absolutely amazing! I am dumbstruck!

  • 6234 Apr 24th at 2:19 PM

    Your music writing skills are amazing, I honestly can't wait for record #2!!! When are you going to show us your show dates?

  • Anna Ochoa Apr 24th at 11:58 AM

    Found your music through a link on Facebook, and I'm liking it! Really like that song, "Love Her Through the Hard Times." Yay Matt!

  • Casper Apr 24th at 11:57 AM

    Anna and I would love to come out to a gig...give some info and we're there :)
    Great record!

  • Anna Apr 24th at 11:53 AM

    Giving you 5 golden stars for your first record Matt, and a huge thanks to Mike for letting us know about your debut. Really love your songs, style and sound- so keep pressing forward. You've got a gift to share!

  • Kennedy Apr 24th at 11:00 AM

    Great Job.. Buck Malibu!!

  • bush Apr 24th at 9:33 AM

    i freaking love that photo man. colors are awesome! can't wait to hear the record. we need to hang real soon!

  • Apr 23rd at 11:00 PM

    nice coat.
    congrats on the cd!! i'm making all my friends listen to you

  • Kacy Norgan Apr 23rd at 10:06 PM

    AMAZING! So proud of you! Honored to be your friend and hope you are doing well! Miss you!

  • Michael O'Neill Apr 23rd at 10:06 PM

    wow! this is awesome...congrats!

  • Roger Malech Apr 23rd at 4:47 PM

    Is it Petty?, Is it Neil Young?, Is it Petty?.........No it's Matt. Awesome sound! Awesome music. Thanks.

    Roger

  • Catwholovesyou Apr 23rd at 2:59 PM

    ...like I said before, it is as if Tom Petty and Ryan Adams fell in love, had a baby together, and birthed your tunes. stellar. very proud.

  • Christian Blair Thompson Apr 23rd at 7:46 AM

    FABULOUS! It's been a long time since Someday Drive, but LOVE the sound! Wish you great things!!! You deserve the best! Oh, and your family is too precious, too!

  • Kevin Pratt Apr 23rd at 1:28 AM

    Man this is great stuff! I've been missin' me some Matt McCloskey music.

  • Casey J. Montgomery Apr 23rd at 12:08 AM

    WOW! Add me to the "head over hills" list and how do I get a CD?

  • 6200 Apr 22nd at 11:20 PM

    I've got a fever. And the only prescription is more cowbell.

  • 6234 Apr 22nd at 11:09 PM

    I love my 1/2 mexican brother in law!

  • 1/2 mexican brother-in-law Apr 22nd at 10:54 PM

    awesome...that about sums it up in a nut shell...wish I had half the musical talent you possess...great job bro...