Matt Nathanson

Matt Nathanson
Matt performing in 2014
Background information
Birth nameMatthew Adam Nathanson
Born (1973-03-28) March 28, 1973
OriginLexington, Massachusetts, U.S.
GenresRock, folk rock, pop rock, alternative rock
OccupationSinger-songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar
Years active1993–present
LabelsAcrobat, Universal, Vanguard
WebsiteMattnathanson.com

Matt Nathanson (born March 28, 1973) is an American singer-songwriter whose work is a blend of folk and rock and roll music. In addition to singing, he plays acoustic (sometimes a 12-string) and electric guitar, and has played both solo and with a full band. His work includes the platinum-selling song "Come On Get Higher". One of his hit songs, "Giants", was the opening music for the 2016 World Series of Poker in Las Vegas on ESPN.