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| Play | 1. Bright Smile | 3:01 | $0.99 |  |
| Play | 2. Kathleen | 4:08 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 3. You Don't Make It Easy Babe | 2:32 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 4. Man Burning | 2:47 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 5. Rainslicker | 4:13 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 6. Wings | 4:07 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 7. California | 3:10 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 8. Snow Is Gone | 4:03 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 9. Bone Of Song | 5:30 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 10. Baby That's Not All | 5:59 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 11. The Bad Actress | 3:39 | $0.99 | |
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
When I heard the opening lines of "Kathleen" (all the other girls here are stars- you are the northern lights) I fell in love with Josh Ritter's lyricism as well as his voice. I bought the album and was happy to find that it was all brilliant. From his opening song "bright smile" to the last "the bad actress" I was enthralled by his poetic lines and ability to morph from love songs to songs that are clearly reminescent of Dylan. An absolute must have.
23 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Josh Ritter's second set builds so well upon his incredible first CD that it really is beyond the expectation of excellence. Opening in concert for Joan Baez who recorded "Wings" on her wonderful new "Dark Chords on a Big Guitar" CD, Ritter is a solid hit in Ireland, while remaining a critical darling and growing cult figure here in the U.S. Recorded on Curtis Mayfield's old recording equipment in a converted farmhouse in France, each track on this set glows. The opener "Bright Smile" is a sweet lovely track that Nick Drake's spirit could be humming. "Kathleen" is a classic track about a guy who sits on the sidelines at the dance waiting for the opportunity to drive a girl home. "You Don't Make It Easy Babe" has a lovely Dylanesque melody with Ritter's warm vocals. "Man Burning" is a rocker, "I've burned everybody who had a hand to lend." "Rainslicker" is so lovely and gentle, "Your eyes were so patient and calm, as green as the grass that might grow on the 23rd Psalm." Playing Josh's version of "Wings" next to Joan Baez's is an amazing study in excellence. It's an amazing tune as Josh references his Idaho roots, "We rode to Coeur d'Alene." "I'd rather be the one who loves than to be loved and never even know," Josh sings on the pulsing rocker "Snow Is Gone." "Bone of Song" is a beautiful melody with Josh's haunting lyric, "Lucky are you who finds me in the wilderness, I am the only unquiet ghost that does not seek rest." The CD concludes with another endearing track, "The Bad Actress." For those who enjoy acoustic music, Josh Ritter is one of the most amazing new artists to come along this century! This is a classic set that will be played and played for years to come. Best of the year quality. Enjoy!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I felt compelled to add my two-cents even though it echoes a lot of what has been said already. First, I'll start with the music: sometimes mellow, sometimes rocking, and sometimes in that in-between "listen to it anytime" vein. The sound and tightness of the music really struck me. Shades of Dylan, the Byrds, The Wallflowers come through loud and clear. Next, the lyrics: Witty, flowing and at times hilarious, profound and sad. Great stories and feelings delivered very concisely. Finally, the phrasing: It's that little something extra in the WAY he sings some phrases that push this album over the top for me. Every verse is not the same and there is a freshness with each line. There is Sinatra and Dylan in the liberties he takes and it makes for some great singing along. Hope you buy this and enjoy it as much as I am.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
The Best of Josh Ritter
The first of Josh Ritter's albums I was exposed to, still overall my favorite of his work. It's been a regular presence in my CD player/MiniDisc/iPod since 2003. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jesse
The Poet Sings
Josh Ritter is an outstanding poet and musician - his lyrics are musical in themselves and, when combined with his music, they take you on a journey. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Kathleen
Brillant
I heard his first album once and immediately bought all the rest (not a habit of mine). This goes right into my top 10 after only a few listens (same goes for The Animal Years). Read more
Published 16 months ago by Poor Richard
Loved it!
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. Read more
Published 23 months ago by C. Cooper
Amazing lyrics, great songwriting all-around
Josh Ritter is simply incredible, and I think this CD is his best. He writes better lyrics than just about anybody, and I don't say that lightly. Read more
Published on August 7, 2009 by b-gat
Awesome - storyteller.
I would say he is an awesome storyteller. Maybe comes from his stay in Ireland. I love this CD. He fits right up there with Bruce Springstein and James Taylor. Read more
Published on May 27, 2009 by rebecca
Better than "Age of Radio"
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... Read more
Published on December 28, 2005 by Steve Chernoski
Josh is a great guy and his music is...
I've met Josh, in fact we've sauna-ed together on several occasions, and well, he's just a great guy; completely down to earth and humble. Read more
Published on December 2, 2005 by shua
Incredible CD
Josh Ritter's CDs just keep getting better. I listened to this album with some friends, and just purchased my own copy. Great stuff!
Published on September 10, 2005 by Rockford W.
Following in a grand tradition
Hello Starling is the third album by Josh Ritter, a singer-songwriter and guitarist originally from Moscow ID who has been steadily building support since his first self-released... Read more
Published on July 26, 2005 by Laurence Upton
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