Riverhead is the debut studio album of New Zealand band Goldenhorse, released in October 2002. Three versions were released of this album; the original in 2002, a limited edition 2-CD version in 2003, and a new edition released in 2004. The 2004 version was released to celebrate a year on the album chart and achieving double platinum sales. Riverhead reached #1 on New Zealand's RIANZ charts and has sold over 49,000 copies, being certified Platinum three times.

Background and development

Riverhead was largely recorded at a home studio in the rural settlement of Waiatarua, located in the Waitākere Ranges. Band member and producer Geoff Maddock noted in 2012 that the unique recording location and its tendency to be "enveloped in mist" notably influenced the album's sound. Other influences included drummer Joel Wilton's desire to experiment with various metrical rhythms as well as Maddock's parents, whose interest in classical music inspired him to incorporate instruments such as the cello on the album.

Track listing

Track listing adapted from Spotify. All tracks are written by Goldenhorse.

Personnel

Credits adapted from CD liner notes.

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts