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'''Joshua Radin''' is an American recording artist, songwriter and actor. He was born and raised in [[Shaker Heights, Ohio]], and is of [[Swedish people|Swedish]], [[Germans|German]], [[Poles|Polish]], [[Russians|Russian]], and [[Austrians|Austrian]] descent.<ref>[http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/8569022.stm/ Talking Shop: Joshua Radin ]</ref> He studied drawing and painting at [[Northwestern University]], following his college years with stints as an art teacher, screenwriter, and art gallery employee. He turned to music when he moved to [[New York City]], bought a guitar, and taught himself to play and write music.<ref>http://www.hillel.org/about/news/2008/sep/joshua_radin_17september2008.htm</ref> In 2004, American actor [[Zach Braff]] introduced Radin's first composition, "Winter," to [[Scrubs (TV series)|Scrubs]]' show creator, Bill Lawrence, who ultimately used several of Radin's songs within various scenes of the hit television series.<ref name=Joshua_Radin:_A_Musician_For_the_Fans>[http://www.socal.com/6067/204/joshua+radin++a+musician+for+the+fans.html Joshua Radin: A Musician For the Fans]</ref><ref name=Josh_Radin_Biography>[http://youmix.co.uk/bio/13888 Josh Radin Biography]</ref> Soon after, Radin's songs were heard on TV shows such as [[Grey's Anatomy]], [[Brothers & Sisters (2006 TV series)|Brothers and Sisters]], [[American Idol]], [[One Tree Hill (TV series)|One Tree Hill]], among others.<ref>http://folkmusic.about.com/od/artistskr/a/JoshuaRadinQA.htm</ref> In total, Radin has amassed over 75 film and television placements.<ref name=indierock>http://www.indierockreviews.com/news/2010/09/joshua-radins-the-rock-tide-october-12-tour-dates/</ref>
'''Joshua Radin''' is an American recording artist, songwriter and actor. He was born and raised in [[Shaker Heights, Ohio]], and is of [[Swedish people|Swedish]], [[Germans|German]], [[Poles|Polish]], [[Russians|Russian]], and [[Austrians|Austrian]] descent.<ref>[http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/8569022.stm/ Talking Shop: Joshua Radin ]</ref> He studied drawing and painting at [[Northwestern University]], following his college years with stints as an art teacher, screenwriter, and art gallery employee. He turned to music when he moved to [[New York City]], bought a guitar, and taught himself to play and write music.<ref>http://www.hillel.org/about/news/2008/sep/joshua_radin_17september2008.htm</ref> In 2004, American actor [[Zach Braff]] introduced Radin's first composition, "Winter," to [[Scrubs (TV series)|Scrubs]]' show creator, Bill Lawrence, who ultimately used several of Radin's songs within various scenes of the hit television series.<ref name=Joshua_Radin:_A_Musician_For_the_Fans>[http://www.socal.com/6067/204/joshua+radin++a+musician+for+the+fans.html Joshua Radin: A Musician For the Fans]</ref><ref name=Josh_Radin_Biography>[http://youmix.co.uk/bio/13888 Josh Radin Biography]</ref> Soon after, Radin's songs were heard on TV shows such as [[Grey's Anatomy]], [[Brothers & Sisters (2006 TV series)|Brothers and Sisters]], [[American Idol]], [[One Tree Hill (TV series)|One Tree Hill]], among others.<ref>http://folkmusic.about.com/od/artistskr/a/JoshuaRadinQA.htm</ref> In total, Radin has amassed over 75 film and television placements.<ref name=indierock>http://www.indierockreviews.com/news/2010/09/joshua-radins-the-rock-tide-october-12-tour-dates/</ref> In 2008, Joshua Radin teamed up with [http://fancorps.com/ Fancorps] to build a [http://joshuaradin.fancorps.com/signup/ team] exclusively for their most dedicated fans.


==Musical career==
==Musical career==
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* [http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=Joshua+Radin&sourceid=navclient-ff&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1B3GGIC_enIN272IN273&um=1&sa=X&oi=video_result_group&resnum=4&ct=title# Joshua Radin – ''Winter'', and other songs]
* [http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=Joshua+Radin&sourceid=navclient-ff&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1B3GGIC_enIN272IN273&um=1&sa=X&oi=video_result_group&resnum=4&ct=title# Joshua Radin – ''Winter'', and other songs]
* [http://joshuaradin.fancorps.com/signup/ Joshua Radin Fancorps Team]


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Joshua Radin
Press photo of Joshua Radin for his 2010 album, "The Rock and The Tide."
Press photo of Joshua Radin for his 2010 album, "The Rock and The Tide."
Background information
BornJune 14, 1974 (age 37)
OriginCleveland, Ohio
GenresAcoustic, folk
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter
Instrument(s)Acoustic guitar, Electric Guitar
Years active2004–present
LabelsMom & Pop Records
WebsiteJoshuaRadin.com

Joshua Radin is an American recording artist, songwriter and actor. He was born and raised in Shaker Heights, Ohio, and is of Swedish, German, Polish, Russian, and Austrian descent.[1] He studied drawing and painting at Northwestern University, following his college years with stints as an art teacher, screenwriter, and art gallery employee. He turned to music when he moved to New York City, bought a guitar, and taught himself to play and write music.[2] In 2004, American actor Zach Braff introduced Radin's first composition, "Winter," to Scrubs' show creator, Bill Lawrence, who ultimately used several of Radin's songs within various scenes of the hit television series.[3][4] Soon after, Radin's songs were heard on TV shows such as Grey's Anatomy, Brothers and Sisters, American Idol, One Tree Hill, among others.[5] In total, Radin has amassed over 75 film and television placements.[6] In 2008, Joshua Radin teamed up with Fancorps to build a team exclusively for their most dedicated fans.

Musical career

According to Radin his musical career started in 2004, and he had learned to play the guitar only two years before that. His first song, "Winter", appeared on his debut album "We Were Here".[7] Since that time, Radin has been touring the United States, as well as much of the United Kingdom and Europe. Over the course of his career, Radin has shared stages with artists such as Sheryl Crow, Tori Amos, Imogen Heap, Meiko, Missy Higgins, Maria Taylor, Gary Jules, Amber Rubarth, Schuyler Fisk, The Script and many more. In addition to his American following, Radin has enjoyed success with his 2008 release, "Simple Times" in the United Kingdom. His song "I'd Rather Be With You" reached #2 on the UK Charts and number two on the US Top Digital Chart.[8][9]

We Were Here (2006)

It's just the greatest music. He's a really talented guy. He's like the new Paul Simon.

Zach Braff, 2006[10]

Radin has said that much of the album was inspired by a bad break-up.[11] It was released exclusively to iTunes for a month, before attracting attention from major labels.[12] Released on Columbia Records in May 2006,[12] We Were Here presented the first batch of songs Radin ever wrote. The album drew critical acclaim and received a four-star review from Rolling Stone, who praised it for Radin's "whispery, silver-bell voice" and its themes, calling them "poignant and refreshingly frank." The record hit number one on the iTunes Folk Album Chart and included a number of well known musicians, including Ryan Adams who played guitar on the song "Lovely Tonight".[13]Zach Braff hand-picked one of the tracks to be featured on the soundtrack for The Last Kiss.[11][14]

Simple Times (2008)

Radin's second album, "Simple Times" went straight to #1 on the iTunes overall chart upon its release. Radin enlisted highly regarded producer Rob Schnapf (Elliott Smith, Beck). The two spent seven weeks recording at L.A.'s legendary Sunset Sound Studio working with a cast of musicians that included guitarist Greg Leisz, bassist Johnny Flaugher, keyboardist Jason Borger, drummer Victor Indrizzo and percussionist Lenny Castro. Among the album's many highlights are "You Got Growin' Up To Do," featuring guest vocalist Patty Griffin, lead single "I'd Rather Be With You" and "Brand New Day." [15] Tracks from the album were featured on TV shows such as "Bones," "Scrubs," "House," "Grey's Anatomy," "One Tree Hill," "Life Unexpected," "90210," "Brothers and Sisters" and "American Idol," among others.[7] Radin's "Simple Times" was released on Mom and Pop Records.[16]

The Rock and The Tide (2010)

Radin's third studio album, The Rock and The Tide was released on October 12, 2010 on Mom and Pop Records, his second release with the label. The album reached number five on the iTunes albums chart upon its release. "The Rock and The Tide" was produced by Martin Terefe (Cat Stevens, Ron Sexmith).[6][17]

Television and Movies

Radin has amassed more than 75 film and television placements of his songs in television and movies,[18] including:

Paperweight- duet with Schuyler Fisk in "The Last Kiss" 2006

Personal life

Radin also played his song "Today" along with five other songs for Ellen Degeneres and Portia de Rossi at their August 16, 2008 wedding.[7] [68][69]

Discography

Studio albums

Year Album details Peak position Certifications
(sales threshold)
US US
Rock 		US
Digital 		US
Heat 		US
Indie 		US
Folk 		CAN UK
2006 We Were Here
  • Released: February 7, 2006
  • Label: Columbia Records
 — — — 34 — — — —
2008 Simple Times
  • Released: September 30, 2008
  • Label: Mom and Pop Records
 34 10 116 — 2 10 — 9
  • US sales: 250,000[70]
2010 The Rock and the Tide
  • Released: October 12, 2010
  • Label: Mom and Pop Records
 31 9 11 — 5 3 38 59
"—" denotes releases that did not chart

Singles

Year Single Peak position Album
US US
Digital 		CAN IRE SWE UK
2008 "I'd Rather Be With You" 82 39 61 47 36 11 Simple Times
2010 "Brand New Day" — — — — — —

EPs

  1. First Between 3rd and 4th (2004)
  2. Live Session (iTunes Exclusive EP) (2006)
  3. Unclear Sky (iTunes Exclusive EP) (2008)
  4. Simple Times – Bonus Material (Demos) EP (2009)
  5. Songs Under a Streetlight EP (2010)

Compilation appearances

References

  1. ^ Talking Shop: Joshua Radin
  2. ^ http://www.hillel.org/about/news/2008/sep/joshua_radin_17september2008.htm
  3. ^ Joshua Radin: A Musician For the Fans
  4. ^ Josh Radin Biography
  5. ^ http://folkmusic.about.com/od/artistskr/a/JoshuaRadinQA.htm
  6. ^ a b c http://www.indierockreviews.com/news/2010/09/joshua-radins-the-rock-tide-october-12-tour-dates/
  7. ^ a b c http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/807971/joshua-radin-finding-simple-times
  8. ^ http://www.chartstats.com/songinfo.php?id=34850
  9. ^ (September 27, 2008), "TOP DIGITAL™". Billboard. 120 (39):52
  10. ^ Arnold, Chuck (December 25, 2006), "TOP 10 MUSIC". People. 66 (26):45
  11. ^ a b Gitlin, Lauren (August 10, 2006), "Joshua Radin: We Were Here". Rolling Stone. (1006):102
  12. ^ a b Newman, Melinda (April 1, 2006), "YOUNG READY TO ROCK".Billboard. 118 (13):38
  13. ^ Esposito, Rose; Martin, Jeffrey Stuart; Lampert, David; Billings, Andrew C.; Budiansky, Sandra; Kazan, Tina; Albrand, Kurt; Lazev, Scott (March 28, 2008), "Feedback". Entertainment Weekly. (984):4
  14. ^ Greenblatt, Leah (August 11, 2006), "Track Stars". Entertainment Weekly. (890):66
  15. ^ Caulfield, Keith (April 4, 2009), "'Twilight' Bites Back; Decemberists' Digital Debut". Billboard. 121 (13):37
  16. ^ http://www.absolutepunk.net/showthread.php?t=574202
  17. ^ Arnold, Chuck (November 1, 2010), "QUICK CUTS". People. 74 (16):45
  18. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w Joshua Radin
  19. ^ a b c Soundtracks for "90210" Games People Play (2008) Cite error: The named reference "Sountracks_for_" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
  20. ^ Ten Inch Hero
  21. ^ Promo ABC
  22. ^ a b Adam Soundtrack
  23. ^ Army Wives Episode Guide - Season 4, Episode 16: "Mud, Sweat & Tears"
  24. ^ a b Music From Army Wives - Season 4: Hearts And Minds
  25. ^ Broken Windows
  26. ^ Episode 2 Act of Will
  27. ^ Music From Brothers And Sisters - Episode 28 - Season 2
  28. ^ Brothers and Sisters
  29. ^ Episode dated 19 November 2008
  30. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k Soundtracks for "Bones" Double Trouble in the Panhandle (2009) Cite error: The named reference "Soundtracks_for_" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
  31. ^ Soundtracks for Catch and Release (2006)
  32. ^ A Chill Goes Through Her Veins (2009)
  33. ^ Episode Dated 16 February 2007
  34. ^ Cougar Town
  35. ^ Dakota Skye (2008)
  36. ^ Soundtracks for Eli Stone
  37. ^ Soundtracks for Eli Stone Flight Path (2009)
  38. ^ Soundtracks for Eli Stone Waiting for that day
  39. ^ Ellen Degeneres Show - Episode dated 30 September 2008
  40. ^ General Electric Ad
  41. ^ "Grey's Anatomy" Yesterday (2006)
  42. ^ "Grey's Anatomy" The Name of the Game (2006)
  43. ^ "Grey's Anatomy" Losing My Mind (2008)
  44. ^ "Grey's Anatomy" Brave New World (2008)
  45. ^ Hilton Hotels Announces New Ad Campaign
  46. ^ Soundtracks for "House M.D." The Greater Good (2009)
  47. ^ JCPenney Mothers Day
  48. ^ The Last Kiss (2006) Soundtrack
  49. ^ The Last Kiss Soundtrack
  50. ^ Brand New Day
  51. ^ Music From Life Unexpected
  52. ^ Truth Unrevealed
  53. ^ The Homecoming Job Triva and Quotes
  54. ^ Love Always
  55. ^ The Nanny diarys (2007)
  56. ^ Joshua Radin Provides Soundtrack for "The Bachelorette" Kiss
  57. ^ The Bachelorette - Music Lounge
  58. ^ Soundtrack for One Tree Hill
  59. ^ a b Youve Dug Your Own Grave Now Lie in It
  60. ^ a b Music from One Tree hill Cite error: The named reference "Music_From_One_Tree_Hill" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
  61. ^ One Tree Hill
  62. ^ Music From Parenthood
  63. ^ Post Grad Soundtrack and Prize Pack Blog Contest
  64. ^ Joshia Radin Wiki Information
  65. ^ Nevada Day 2
  66. ^ Music From What about Brian
  67. ^ Music From Without a Trace
  68. ^ Jordan, Julie; Tauber, Michelle (September 1, 2008), "'I'm the LUCKIEST Girl in the WORLD'". People. 70 (9)"50-57
  69. ^ Arnold, Chuck (November 24, 2008), "QUICK CUTS". People. 70 (21):47
  70. ^ "Joshua Radin Announces UK Shows". Femaleextra.com. Retrieved May 17, 2010.
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