Sixpence None the Richer - This Beautiful Mess

This Beautiful Mess is the second release of Sixpence None the Richer. This introspective effort shows a hint of things to come with its poetic lyrics and slightly guitar-heavy melodies. Sixpence digs deep with their songs, refusing to limit themselves to strictly "Christian" concerns, one of their trademarks that has caused some "crossover" backlash. "Within a Room, Somewhere" is one of the strongest songs of the album, with Leigh (Bingham) Nash adding sweet poignancy to Matt Slocum's lyrics. "Melting Alone" keenly expresses the pain of loneliness. This album does have some slow moments, and gets a bit long by the time the last few tracks come around. All in all, this is a good album showcasing their promising future. ~ Melinda Hill, All Music Guide

Name Credits Aaron Swihart Assistant Engineer Armand John Petri Mixing, Engineer, Producer Ben Pearson Photography Bryan Lenox Mixing, Engineer Chris Taylor Title Dale Baker Drums Duncan Stanbury Mastering Gavin Morkel Executive Producer J.J. Plasencio Bass Jeff Spencer Design Assistant, Digital Pre-Production Leigh Nash Voices Matt Slocum Guitar, Cello Scott Lenox Assistant Engineer Tess Wiley Vocals, Guitar Tyler Bacon Executive Producer