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Hello Starling
Josh Ritter
Hello Starling
Genres: Country, Alternative Rock, Folk, International Music, Pop, Rock
 
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Ritter's literate, highly romantic brand of folk has gained him attention on both sides of the Atlantic. Hello Starling, his third album, sees him pushing the boat out further and trying to move beyond the evident influenc...  more »

     
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All Artists: Josh Ritter
Title: Hello Starling
Members Wishing: 3
Total Copies: 0
Label: MSI:V2
Release Date: 1/6/2009
Album Type: Import
Genres: Country, Alternative Rock, Folk, International Music, Pop, Rock
Styles: Americana, Contemporary Folk, Adult Contemporary, Singer-Songwriters, Adult Alternative, Folk Rock
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1

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Ritter's literate, highly romantic brand of folk has gained him attention on both sides of the Atlantic. Hello Starling, his third album, sees him pushing the boat out further and trying to move beyond the evident influence of Bob Dylan. It doesn't always work: the up-tempo "Kathleen" and "Man Burning," with their swirling organs, clearly carry the mark of Zimmerman, as does the soft and heartfelt "You Don't Make It Easy Babe," a troubled ode to a troubling girl. But this doesn't necessarily matter. Ritter's vocal performances may lack the intensity and weight of Dylan or Leonard Cohen (an equally heavy influence, most evidently on the track "Wings"), but he has a charm and lightness of touch that will endear him to many. Beyond this, it's a real joy to hear a musician attempting ambitious narratives ("Wings," "Bone of Song") where many singer-songwriters cower cravenly behind impressionistic cut-up techniques or, worse still, spatter us with self-obsessed drivel. Perhaps a few albums on, Ritter will truly find his own voice and be considered a real find. --Dominic Wills

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Elyza A. from MENTONE, IN
Reviewed on 11/11/2012...
A great Album with beautiful songs.

CD Reviews

Loved it!
C. Cooper | Ceres, Ca | 06/21/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)

"We saw Josh Ritter in concert with John Prine and loved his music. Ordered this CD with the intention of eventually purchasing all his work. VERY pleased with the disc (2 discs) and actually prefer the add'l acoustic version to the other disc. We will continue to order his cd's from Amazon.com. Always prompt and accurate shipping."
Better than "Age of Radio"
Steve Chernoski | Hoboken, New Jersey United States | 12/28/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)

"Ritter does it again, with great songwriting and overall fantastic tunes. "Kathleen," "Bone of Song" and "Snow is Gone" are the best, but almost every track is golden here (I didn't like "Bad Actress").



The live tracks are good, but I don't think they do him justice. I have seen Josh live with his band and solo. Both should be included for live tracks. The in betweens only somewhat capture his natural interaction with the audience. The funny thing is after all the times I've seen Josh is that no matter how successful he becomes, he always seems genuinely overwhelmed that people love his music and come out in droves for his shows. That totally adds to his on stage persona.



This should have been his breakout album, but we're hoping North America will take better notice with the next one and give Josh his due.

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