Fever Breaks cover

Fever Breaks

Josh Ritter · 2019

45 min · 10 tracks · country · folk

A tender blend of folk and country that explores love, loss, and longing through evocative storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
  • evocative reflections on love
  • thoughtful moments for quiet introspection
  • narrative arcs with emotional depth
  • for late-night listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Fever Breaks' was released in 2019, Josh Ritter had established himself as a notable figure in the Americana scene with several acclaimed albums under his belt. This release came after his 2017 album 'Gathering,' marking a continuation of his introspective songwriting style while also showcasing his growth as an artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· Fleet Foxes

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Ground Don’t Want Me 4:18
  • 2 Old Black Magic 4:46
  • 3 On the Water 3:31
  • 4 I Still Love You (Now and Then) 4:53
  • 5 The Torch Committee 5:43
  • 6 Silverblade 4:04
  • 7 All Some Kind of Dream 4:18
  • 8 Losing Battles 4:22
  • 9 A New Man 4:29
  • 10 Blazing Highway Home 4:58

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