"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, will be released on Sunday, August 16th. It'll be available digitally THAT DAY ONLY, in addition to a special Collectors Edition CD (which features an additional CD of material). Pre-order this very special album here before it's too late.

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 three tracks from A Scientific Search, "Jerusalem," "To the Pure Life," and "Driving Wind." He ends with a performance of his songwriting mentor Erik Brandt's "Who Am I Making the Bed For."

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: "Jerusalem"/"To the Pure Life"/"Driving Wind"