Although it has a few rough spots,
Mark Nesler's debut album
I'm Just That Way is a promising first effort from the Texan singer/songwriter. Prior to releasing his debut, he had been known as a professional songwriter -- he wrote
Tim McGraw's number one hit "Just to See You Smile" -- and his craft is evident throughout the album. At times, the craft overwhelms any individual identity
Nesler might have, but the moments where it all comes together -- the songwriting, the clean production, the appealing, laid-back delivery -- it becomes clear that
Nesler could reach great heights, given the proper collaborators and artistic environment. ~ Thom Owens