Josh Ritter
Josh Ritter · 1999
46 min · 12 tracks · country · folk
A blend of intimate storytelling and melodic folk infused with country influences, rich in imagery and emotion.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate storytelling for reflection
- steady pacing for easy listening
- melodic moments that invite daydreaming
- rich imagery for vivid imagination
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone catchy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, Josh Ritter's self-titled debut album marked the beginning of his career as a singer-songwriter. At this point, he was still a relatively unknown artist, having just graduated from college and begun to perform regularly in bars and coffeehouses. This album laid the groundwork for his future endeavors and established his narrative-driven songwriting style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· Fleet Foxes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Leaves and Kings 3:26
- 2 Beautiful Night 2:42
- 3 Hotel Song 2:07
- 4 Paint Your Picture 3:41
- 5 Angels on Her Shoulders 3:21
- 6 Morning Is a Long Way Down 3:29
- 7 Potters Wheel 3:19
- 8 Letter From Omaha 3:09
- 9 Last Ditch Effort (See You Try) 3:11
- 10 Paths Will Cross 3:02
- 11 Pretty Polly 3:51
- 12 Horrible Qualities / Stuck to You 11:25
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