Josh Ritter is a singer-songwriter from Idaho. This was his third album and my introduction to him. It was instantly one of my favorite albums of the year. The album moves from songs featuring just Josh on guitar to full band songs with ease. The effect is that it makes the solo songs sound so personal and intimate, it's like we're in the room with him writing the song.
Josh would go on to release a ton of great albums, write books, and even paint. Just a very talented guy...
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Spiral Will," a single and video from "Fading Failing Ruin," the latest album from doomy Jersey Shore dirt metal greats Solace.
(NEW YORK, NY) -- The Strokes have unveiled their long-awaited new album, Reality Awaits - their first in six years - on July 24, 2026, via Cult Records/RCA Records. The LP features singles that have quickly become fan favorites: "Going Shopping" and "Falling out of Love." Reality Awaits awaits.
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.
