Josh Ritter -

American singer/songwriter from Moscow, Idaho. Largely unknown until the release of his 2006 album The Animal Years, Josh Ritter has surpassed himself by creating music that is both timeless and progressive. His voice is bluesy, warm and easily-consumed, while his songs are pure pop in the sense of their completeness, and yet pure folk in their grittiness. 'Josh Ritter proves that the old folky verities - an acoustic guitar, a gruffly sincere voice - can still be the makings of songs that tell riveting stories or conjure up extravagant romance'. - New York Times