So Runs the World Away
Josh Ritter · 2010
53 min · 13 tracks · country · folk
A tapestry of haunting melodies and poignant storytelling woven through Ritter's evocative folk instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- haunting melodies for reflective moments
- storytelling that rewards close listening
- melodic waves for introspective afternoons
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, danceable tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2010, 'So Runs the World Away' is Josh Ritter's fifth studio album, following his acclaimed 2007 release 'The Historical Conquests of Josh Ritter'. At this point in his career, Ritter was solidifying his reputation as a masterful storyteller within the folk genre, having gained significant critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· Fleet Foxes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Curtains 0:56
- 2 Change of Time 4:07
- 3 The Curse 5:00
- 4 Southern Pacifica 4:22
- 5 Rattling Locks 4:28
- 6 Folk Bloodbath 5:19
- 7 Lark 3:05
- 8 Lantern 5:18
- 9 The Remnant 4:02
- 10 See How Man Was Made 3:27
- 11 Another New World 7:39
- 12 Orbital 3:32
- 13 Long Shadows 2:24
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