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TidalTidal by Fiona Apple
Buy new: $13.98 / Used from: $0.01
amazing melodies and lyrics that stand on their own as poetry-an amazing debut. don't miss "carrion" and "slow like honey"
When The Pawn...When The Pawn... by Fiona Apple
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just as good as the first album, with more edge, but no less beauty. great from start to finish.
HappenstanceHappenstance by Rachael Yamagata
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a formidable talent. check out especiall "quiet," "i'll find a way," and "i want you"
BitterBitter by Me'Shell Ndegéocello
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a true, versatile, original artist. check out "bitter," "fool of me," and"beautiful"
The Sound of WhiteThe Sound of White by Missy Higgins
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up and comer, youthful and lighter sound but still poignant
Little EarthquakesLittle Earthquakes by Tori Amos
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one of the greats. few people raw emotion like tori amos. check out "winter" and "precious things" especially
From the Choirgirl HotelFrom the Choirgirl Hotel by Tori Amos
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more abstract than some of others, but incredible. check out "playboy mommy," "i i e e e," "cruel," and "spark"
Love. Angel. Music. Baby.Love. Angel. Music. Baby. by Gwen Stefani
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it may be trendy and derivative, but you can't help but have fun with her. check out "cool," "serious," and "danger zone"
The Remix Album: Diamonds Are ForeverThe Remix Album: Diamonds Are Forever by Shirley Bassey
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a voice unlike any other. classics with modern beats. check out "where do i begin"
03040304 by Jewel
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more pop and less folk than her other efforts, but with undeniable melodies. check out "haunted," and "leave the lights on"
Extraordinary MachineExtraordinary Machine by Fiona Apple
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not out yet, but i've heard about 4 songs, and fiona doesn't disappoint
A Girl Called EddyA Girl Called Eddy by A Girl Called Eddy
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very mellow and emotional, especially "heartache" and "people used to dream about the future"
Jagged Little PillJagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette
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it may have become trendy to like it, but it's still a great album
HauntedHaunted by Poe
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unique, a great blend of different sounds and styles, especially "wild"
Finally WokenFinally Woken by Jem
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from darker songs like "missing" to lighter but lovely songs like "stay now," a great listen. also check out her rendition of "i'm amazed" on the OC soundtrack
BreakawayBreakaway by Kelly Clarkson
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yes, she's an american idol, but the girl has pipes
SurfacingSurfacing by Sarah McLachlan
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the album that put sarah on the pop forefront. the top ten hits from it are great, but listen for "i love you" and "do what you have to do"
On Your ShoreOn Your Shore by Charlotte Martin
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why isn't this woman famous? more accesible than tori with equally amazing vocals. check out her ep as well, and download the single "last day on earth"
Fumbling Towards EcstasyFumbling Towards Ecstasy by Sarah McLachlan
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"possesion" is one of the greatest songs ever
Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds, Vol. 1Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds, Vol. 1 by Jill Scott
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when you're angry put on "getting in the way" and just try not to feel motivated
No AngelNo Angel by Dido
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the songs blend together somewhat, but are lovely nonetheless,and "here with me" is the best post breakup-missing-you song of all time
Come Away with MeCome Away with Me by Norah Jones
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light and jazzy. amazing voice. don't miss "i've got to see you again"
The Very Best of Sheryl CrowThe Very Best of Sheryl Crow by Sheryl Crow
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who hasn't had a "favorite mistake" of their own? "i shall believe" is transcendent, and the songs from her debut album never grow old
Come on OverCome on Over by Shania Twain
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from county to pop to touching love songs (see "you've got a way") this album has much to offer
Fefe DobsonFefe Dobson by Fefe Dobson
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the lyrics are simple but you can't help be brought back to being a teenager. emotions don't change with age, and you've felt what she sings about before. every song has a catchy hook.