Golden Age of Radio is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Josh Ritter. It was Ritter's first album to be released nationally after he was signed to Signature Sounds. According to his official website, Golden Age of Radio was originally self-released in 2001 and passed out at shows. This self-pressed version contained a different, solo version of the title track called "Country Song," different mastering, and a different track order.
Critical reception
The album was received enthusiastically by critics, who frequently compared him to musicians such as Nick Drake , Bob Dylan, and Neil Young, but failed to reach a large audience in the United States. The album was a success in Ireland, where, thanks to good word-of-mouth and an opening spot on The Frames' tour followed by frequent headlining gigs, Ritter is now considered "a minor celebrity."
Track listing
All songs written by Josh Ritter.
"Come and Find Me" – 3:52
"Me & Jiggs" – 3:07
"You've Got the Moon" – 3:12
"Lawrence KS" – 4:15
"Anne" – 3:42
"Roll On" – 4:19
"Leaving" – 3:56
"Other Side" – 3:27
"Harrisburg" – 3:55
"Drive Away" – 4:09
"Golden Age of Radio" – 3:31
"Song for the Fireflies" – 4:29
Personnel
Josh Ritter – voice, guitar, piano
Zack Hickman – bass, guitar, mandolin, organ
Jason Humphrey – electric guitar
Darius Zelkha – drums
Deluxe edition
Golden Age of Radio was reissued on April 7, 2009, as a two-disc Deluxe Edition. The Deluxe Edition includes the complete original studio album along with a second bonus disc. The bonus disc contains solo acoustic versions of the original tracks (re-recorded by Ritter in Nashville of June 2008) as well as b-side and remix tracks, music videos, and a full color lyric and photo booklet.
Track listing of Deluxe Edition (Bonus CD)