Macy Gray is known for her distinctive raspy voice and a singing style influenced by Billie Holiday and Betty Davis.  She started out writing songs to be recorded by another vocalist but when they failed to show up Macy recorded them herself.  She now has seven albums to her credit.

New Brunswick, Canada native Matt Anderson's powerful, energetic vocals should make him well known in the rhythm and blues arena the world over, he's already toured the UK and is currently on the road in Canada. 

With her recent death Amy Winehouse has left a soulful legacy behind that not many have begun to fully appreciate yet. And only 27, what a shame.

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Joan Armatrading has been around since the 70's and it's a shame she isn't a household name.  I never heard of her until stumbling upon this song of hers in YouTube...Beautifully mesmerizing and haunting, both at the same time.