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253. SOLITUDE STANDING by Suzanne Vega

1987 brought us American singer songwriter Suzanne Vega's second (and most popular) record, owing to the inclusion of the upbeat sounding but downright depressing track, 'Luka,' which deals with the topic of child abuse. However, the song that made more of an impression on me when

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234. SPECTRAL LINES by Josh Ritter

One of my favorite contemporary singer songwriters (previously covered here and here) is out with a new record for 2023, though I hesitate to call it a record - it's more of a meditation. The pandemic changed him (as, I'm sure, it did all of us)

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200. SERMON ON THE ROCKS by Josh Ritter

I continue to follow Josh Ritter closely as he is one of my favorite artist discoveries of the past 10 years or so. Previously covered here, everything I said back then still holds true today. An absolute stellar singer, songwriter, performer, social activist, etc., I could listen to his music

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190. HOME, BEFORE AND AFTER by Regina Spektor

Previously covered here, Regina Spektor is back with this just released 2022 record. Ever since I first heard her, I've been enamored and mesmerized by her voice - I can't not listen to what she has to sing. She's not your straightforward singer songwriter;

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186. TEETH MARKS by S.G. Goodman

This just released 2022 record by Kentucky's S.G. Goodman is her sophomore effort. It's a little bit country, a little bit alternative and a whole lot of warble - Goodman is known for the shakiness perfectly placed in her songs in the same way that

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177. I DON'T KNOW WHO NEEDS TO HEAR THIS... by Tomberlin

This 2022 sophomore effort by Sarah Beth Tomberlin reminds me, in some ways, of Phoebe Bridgers (previously covered here [https://www.auditorymusings.net/stranger-in-the-alps-by-phoebe-bridgers/] and here [https://www.auditorymusings.net/punisher-by-phoebe-bridgers/]). The arrangements are generally sparse with the occasional track rocking out, if just a bit. For the most part,

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133. FUMBLING TOWARDS ECSTASY by Sarah McLachlan

This 1993 record, McLachlan’s third, proved to be her commercial breakthrough despite the pervasive dark themes and generally melancholy arrangements (‘Ice Cream’ is the only upbeat track on the album). I was introduced to this record in medical school and it has stayed with me ever since, frequently revisited

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118. THE MOON AND STARS: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR DREAMERS by Valerie June

I’ve been waiting for this 2021 record to be released ever since I heard the first single. And, based on the additional songs that have come out in the interim, this has quickly become one of my favorite albums of the year, despite not having heard the full release.

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112. NO PLACE by Danielle Durack

Sometimes you’re just in the mood for a good breakup record - this just released offering from previously featured [https://auditorymusings.ghost.io/bonnie-rose-by-danielle-durack/] Phoenix-based singer/songwriter (and pizza slinger!) Danielle Durack fits the bill. Check out ‘Broken Wings,’ ‘There Goes My Heart’ and ‘Eggshells.’ When her voice breaks

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107. FALLING ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL by Holly Humberstone

This 2020 debut EP by British indie pop singer-songwriter Holly Humberstone draws comparisons to other musicians that have been featured on this blog, including Phoebe Bridgers, Haim and Sky Ferreira. Simultaneously melancholy but upbeat, Humberstone has a knack for finding a happy medium between the two emotions. The first three

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96. GOOD SOULS BETTER ANGELS by Lucinda Williams

Williams’ long and storied career keeps chugging along, the latest manifestation being this 2020 record. Considered Americana and/or singer-songwriter, this album definitely rocks at the same time. While her previous output has been more personal, this record is definitely more political. The album opens with ‘You Can’t Rule

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89. WILDFLOWERS by Tom Petty

Released in 1994, this record is considered to be Tom Petty’s best, with or without the Heartbreakers (though almost all of the Heartbreakers played on “Wildflowers”). A heartland, singer-songwriter album dropping in the middle of the grunge/alt-rock craze was definitely a bold move that, in hindsight, worked out

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72. FROM WHERE I STARTED by Sera Cahoone

Singer-Songwriter Sera Cahoone (former drummer for indie act Band of Horses) makes a soothing brand of country-folk that is easy on the ears. As a result, this 2017 record is very addictive - I find myself listening to it on repeat from time to time. The acoustic guitar playing is

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57. SO RUNS THE WORLD AWAY by Josh Ritter

Though many consider Josh Ritter’s 2006 record “The Animal Years” as his most essential album and a good one to start out with, I picked this 2010 outing to share with you as this is the record that served as my introduction to him. A singer-songwriter in the Americana

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40. HEARD IT IN A PAST LIFE by Maggie Rogers

Though I hadn’t heard of this 2019 record until 2020, it quickly became one of my favorites of the year. Pharrell Williams had a hand in promoting Rogers, having taught her in an NYU music class (you can find a video online of Rogers playing her song ‘Alaska’ for

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38. BEGIN TO HOPE by Regina Spektor

Think Fiona Apple, but with more melody; Tori Amos, but with more accessibility; Alanis Morissette, but with less acidity. That’s Regina Spektor in a nutshell. Quirky and whimsical but with street smarts and book smarts is how I would describe Spektor and this 2006 record. A talented pianist and

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29. BONNIE ROSE by Danielle Durack

This 2017 debut record from Arizona singer-songwriter Danielle Durack is a subdued work of art. Starting out with the yearning for a fresh start in ‘San Francisco’ she moves on to more upbeat tempos with ‘Fighter’ and ‘Monster.’ ‘What I’d Do For You’ is very reminiscent of Tori Amos