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Golden Age Of Radio (album)
''Golden Age of Radio'' is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Josh Ritter. It was Ritter's first album to be released nationally after he was signed to Signature Sounds. According to his official website, ''Golden Age of Radio'' was originally self-released in 2001 and passed out at shows. This self-pressed version contained a different, solo version of the title track called "Country Song," different mastering, and a different track order. Critical reception The album was received enthusiastically by critics, who frequently compared him to musicians such as Nick Drake , Bob Dylan, and Neil Young, but failed to reach a large audience in the United States. The album was a success in Ireland, where, thanks to good word-of-mouth and an opening spot on The Frames' tour followed by frequent headlining gigs, Ritter is now considered "a minor celebrity." Track listing All songs written by Josh Ritter. #"Come and Find Me" – 3:52 #"Me & Jiggs" – 3:07 #"You've Got ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Josh Ritter
Josh Ritter (born October 21, 1976) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and author who performs and records with the Royal City Band. Ritter is known for his distinctive Americana style and narrative lyrics. In 2006, he was named one of the "100 Greatest Living Songwriters" by '' Paste'' magazine. Early life Ritter was born on October 21, 1976, in Moscow, Idaho, to Robert and Sue Ritter. His fascination with music began when he first heard Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan's "Girl from the North Country" on his parents' copy of ''Nashville Skyline'', and he purchased his first guitar at a local K-Mart. After graduating from Moscow High School in 1995, Ritter attended Oberlin College in Oberlin, Ohio. He initially enrolled in Oberlin's neuroscience program, as his parents were both neuroscientists, but he later created the independent major "American History Through Narrative Folk Music." At the age of 21, Ritter recorded his self-titled debut album at a recording studio on cam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
