"The Mad Ripple, `Sink and/or Swim.' After a hiatus of about 20 years, City Pages columnist and ex-rock critic Jim Walsh has returned to musicmaking. He wears his influences on his sleeve, writing some wonderful songs in the spirit of Paul Westerberg, John Prine and Loudon Wainwright III. The record is like Walsh's newspaper work: smart, sincere, occasionally corny and often funny." (Jon Bream, Minneapolis Star Tribune, June 25, 2006) "The one music critic in town whom musicians actually like, Jim Walsh puts his friendships to good use on his fun and freewheelin' new CD, "Sink and/or Swim," which comes out Tuesday on Eclectone under the pseudonym the Mad Ripple. Guest ripplers include Jim and Dave Boquist, Marc Perlman, Jeaneen Gauthier and DJ Woody McBride." (Chris Riemenschneider, Minneapolis Star Tribune, June 31, 2006). "...a collection of raw, vulnerable songs; songs full of delicate vocal meanderings and resounding lyrics... a good portion of the songs reflect on heavier subjects, such as the emptiness of depression and the loneliness of lost love. `A Question For Pat Dwyer at Grumpy's in NE Minneapolis' and `Obit Desk' are perfect snapshots from the complicated mind of a fierce intellect." (Andrea Meyers, Pulse Of The Twin Cities, July 19, 2006). "...a ramshackle gem... These are the moments that explain why I do this." (8 out of 10; David Cowley, americana-uk.com)
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The Mad Ripple is the singing/songwriting/recording alias of Jim Walsh, longtime Minneapolis writer/music lover/former lead singer of Laughing Stock/REMs (1979-1986).
The Ripple's debut CD "Sink and/or Swim" (Eclectone) is available on iTunes, CD Baby, and other fine Internet locations, as well as smart and discerning independent music stores across the land, such as The Electric Fetus, Treehouse Records, Roadrunner Records, and Cheapo's.
Hi Jim, just dropping by to say hello. Greetings from Melbourne, Australia. I'm really wanting to visit the Twin Cities on my next US trip. Take care, Jason.
That 'Death Bed Bride' video is a great slice of the NY Hoot scene. What most don't know though is that that could have been the last footage of The Mad Ripple and his trusty buddy Angel Fingers...if the rats had had their way.
Hi Jim! Thanks for finding me and for the friend request. How are things in Minneapolis? I had a great time whenever I visited there when I was living in the US. You've got some great songs here. Keep in touch.
It was nice to see you on Thursday, it's been too long since I've heard "Don't Be Careful With you Love," in person. Mira really enjoyed seeing you as well.
Very nice. You have that amazing touch with people. Thank you for your show with us here at Twin Cities Radio on the Net.....it was our pleasure to have you.
I'll be on radio. I'll be at Vera's. You can be anywhere. Plug 208. 109. 24. 34:8020/listen. pls into your browser or go to TwinCitiesRadio. net. Better yet, show up on the patio with the sun going down. 2901 Lyndale S. Wednesday, August 20.
