"The songs seem to have multiple layers, but are uncomplicated to the ears. They glide smoothly, despite the fact that they take the listener over some bumpy terrain. The songs are catchy, but smart. They make you tap your toe and bob your head, but you feel smarter and informed when the song is over, the lyrics resonating as does the beat. A wonderful work of art."- Mike Coenen, author of The Apocalypse of Marlon Brando, on the new Erik Ritland album A Scientific Search

A Scientific Search, Erik Ritland's NEW ALBUM, was on Sunday, August 16th. It was scheduled to only be available digitally THAT DAY ONLY, but we've added an additional week due to the high demand.

In the latest episode of Erik Ritland isn't so Bad, a podcast for creative types, songwriter and Music in Minnesota editor Erik Ritland discusses and performs two tracks from A Scientific Search, "First Things Last" and "The Past is Never Dead."

Erik Ritland is a songwriter, editor, and journalist. He's released over 12 albums and EPs. Currently, he is editor and writer for popular culture website Music in Minnesota and a journalist for new music app Hear.By. He also founded music, sports, and culture website Rambling On in 2012.

NEW ALBUM PREVIEW: "First Things Last"/"The Past is Never Dead"