Ritt Momney rebuilds from the ground up on BASE
Ritt Momney returns with his third album BASE, out February 27th. The release marks a pivotal chapter for the Salt Lake City artist, arriving after a period of deep personal and artistic reckoning.
Produced by: Jack Rutter, Eric Conley, Christopher Peranich
From the opening notes of BASE it’s clear that the album thrives on restraint and intention. Recorded primarily to 8-track with minimal screen time in the studio, the collection favors tactile textures over digital polish. Acoustic guitars, live drums, subtle distortion, and roomy arrangements give the 12-track collection a lived-in feel. There’s a looseness to the performances that underscores the album’s central theme: tearing everything down and building it back up without expectation. The result is a cohesive body of work rooted in intuitive songwriting and a renewed sense of creative freedom.
Lead single ‘GUNNA’ encapsulates that ethos. A song about waiting and not knowing what you’re waiting for, it begins with acoustic guitars before Rutter’s voice enters gently: “As soon as she gets home,” he sings, “I’m going to be so nice.” The track gradually expands with distortion, keys, and big drums, striking a balance between fragility and quiet resolve. Elsewhere, ‘THE TANK’ stands out for its unusual subject matter—centered on the Utah Jazz and the philosophy of rebuilding through loss. “Blow it up for Cooper,” Rutter sings at the outset, channeling both sports fandom and existential reflection. The title track ‘BASE’ and songs like ‘LIGHTSHOW’ and ‘LOVE AROUND YOU’ reinforce the album’s spacious production and thematic throughline of reinvention without veering into indulgence.
Rutter’s mindset during the making of the album is central to its impact. “I was starting to feel like I was making music because I had to,” he says, “but then I realized, I didn’t have to do anything I didn’t want to.” That realization informs every corner of the record. “I believe in base creativity,” says Rutter, “Some kind of pure being. A solid foundation.” The philosophy translates into an album that prioritizes instinct over obligation.
Now out and available to stream, BASE represents a full-circle release—an album about starting over that feels grounded rather than reactive. With 12 tracks and a clear artistic thesis, Ritt Momney’s latest effort isn’t just a reset. It’s a reaffirmation.
Standout Songs: ‘BASE,’ ‘I’D DO,’ and ‘DOG.’
Release Date: February 27, 2026
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We’ve covered Ritt Momney previously: ‘RIGHTBACK and CAT,’ and ‘GUNNA.’
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