Music Monday: Josh Ritter

I met Josh Ritter a few years ago at his show at the Aladdin in Portland, Oregon and I was immediately taken by how quirky and honest he was. I highly recommend seeing him live- he will warm your heart and leave you smiling. Not so coincidentally, that's the same way I feel about front man of The Frames, Glen Hansard, – That guy will get you singing with him even if you've sworn you would never do such a thing in public! The Frames helped Ritter kick start his career by touring with them in Ireland.

You can stream Josh Ritter's new album So Runs the World Away on NPR's First Listen until it's release on May 8th. Enjoy! *a