Customer Reviews

We Were Here

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I saw Josh Radin live last night in Chicago because a friend had an extra ticket. I had no idea who he was, but figured whatever I'm not doing anything else. Thank God I went. Radin's show was amazing and the songs he does with Schuyler Fisk are reminiscent of Damien Rice. In fact, if you check out Damien Rice's web site he actually lists Radin as one of the artists you should endeavor to see live if at all possible. I bought the CD and have been listening to it all day. It's one of those that you can put on from start to finish and every single song on it is good. $10 is an absolute steal for how good this album is. If you like mellow male vocals and well-written lyrics, Josh Radin is for you.

I heard "Winter" from this album and was hooked: though I'm not really a fan of Zach Braff's acting/movies, the man has incredible taste in music (as the Garden State soundtrack proves). Part of me is glad Joshua Radin isn't yet commercialized, but notice I write, "yet." Seeing the huge similarities between Radin and, say, the Shins, John Mayer or Iron and Wine I'm just waiting for the day for when Radin is played outside of JC Penny commercials.

Anyone who likes some soft accoustic and wistful vocals should at least listen to the sample songs on Amazon. "Sundrenched World" is another beautiful song with haunting cello lines and gorgeous chords. Even some of his lighter songs like "Photographs" are far from fluff-- any artist who can also write lyrics about Simone DeBeauvoir or Sylvia Plath is just awesome.

This is one of the most beautiful cds that I have ever had the pleasure of listening to. Amazing lyrics coupled with flawless acoustics. I would give this 10 stars out of 5 if I could! Pick up the album, you'll know what I mean.

I can't stop listening to this CD....seems to be quickly becoming the soundtrack of my life. I saw Joshua live this past Monday at the Mercury Lounge (which was the second time I have had the pleasure of seeing him in the past two months). This CD is the next best thing to hearing him perform live. The band has a cellist and a bass player who are just the right blend with Josh and Priscilla's amazing voices in combination. And just as an aside, Joshua could not have been nicer or more humble both of the times I met him after his shows. "Will's Song" is better every time I listen to it. "Fear You Won't Fall" took the words right out of my mouth and is my newest ringtone. Buy this CD!! You will love it.

You have to like a mellow rock to like this CD. I was able to put it in the player and never felt like I had to skip a song. (come on you all have done it) This CD there was no "hated song". A great buy!

I first heard Radin on a soundtrack that a friend let me borrow. I bought this CD shortly after and have not been disappointed. If you like artists like Jack Johnson, Damien Rice, Snow Patrol, etc. give this one a listen.

Joshua Radin takes me back to Simon and Garfunkel. He has that laid back sound that reminds me so much of the 1960's. I love this guy. I certainly would buy anything else he releases.

If you're looking for an easy listening CD this one has your name on it. After hearing "Winter" on a Scrubs episode I was blown away by the heart Joshua put into his song (I think it also had to do with a perfectly matched song for the episode it was in [Season 3 - My Screwup]). All the songs play well but particular standouts are "Winter" and "Closer". Take a listen to the samples or make your way to JoshuaRadin.com for more of a listen.

I heard this CD playing in Barnes and Nobles last year. I knew after the 1st song that I had to have it and it is by far the best CD I have bought in a very long time. The songs are soul stirring, heart-felt and soothes the listener like no one else!

One of my favorite discoveries of 2006. Great record with a nod to Simon and Garfunkel/ Nick Drake style singer-songwriter material. Great lyrics, melodies and harmonies. Take a listen to Star Mile and Closer and you decide.