Female Voices: Great Music/Recent Finds.

A Listmania! list by William J. Walker "Billyjay" (England)
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The Pirate's Gospel
1.  The Pirate's Gospel by Alela Diane
The list author says:
  "Fantastic album my most played of last year(and this). If you like Be Good Tanyas, Gillian Welch, Josephine Foster... Very soulful voice. Rough Trade's album of 2007 and mine too."
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Faces In The Rocks
2.  Faces In The Rocks by Mariee Sioux
The list author says:
  "I found this artist, by chance, at about the same time as Alela Diane. Long poetic pieces over gorgeous N.Drake like guitar rhythms.Beautiful voice. Has invoked comparisons to Joanna Newsom."
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Until Death Comes
3.  Until Death Comes by Frida Hyvönen
The list author says:
  "Reminds me of Nina Nastasia and Regina Spektor with out being particularly like either. Swedish, although you'd not know it just listening to the music."
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ON LEAVING
4.  ON LEAVING by Nina Nastasia
The list author says:
  "Speaking of Nina. Her finest to date and one of the finest albums by a female artist in recent times."
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Begin To Hope
5.  Begin To Hope by Regina Spektor
The list author says:
  "...and speaking of Regina. Quirkily magnificent. Long may she reign."
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HAZEL EYES,IWILL LEAD YOU
6.  HAZEL EYES,IWILL LEAD YOU by Josephine Foster
The list author says:
  "From 'opera school drop out' to mysterious alt-folk siren. A gorgeous  album to bewitch and beguile."
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Wild and Undaunted
7.  Wild and Undaunted by Lisa Knapp
The list author says:
  "Every few years an artist comes along that, it is suggested, will take folk into the mainstream. This artist is the first, in a very long, time that is good enough to do it."
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Night Visiting
8.  Night Visiting by Bella Hardy
The list author says:
  "I would compare her to Lisa Knapp in that she blends new and old seamlessly.   A must for anyone who likes folk with an english flavour."
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The Bells of 1 2
9.  The Bells of 1 2 by Sol Seppy
The list author says:
  "Gorgeous stuff from one-time Sparklehorse collaborator. Gets better with every play."
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Sarabeth Tucek
10.  Sarabeth Tucek by Sarabeth Tucek
The list author says:
  "New discovery this. Brilliant voice, fantastic songs. Reminds me of Aimee Mann's "Whatever" with a hint of Cat Power's "The Greatest". Best of 2007?"
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SUNNY BORDER BLUE
11.  SUNNY BORDER BLUE by Kristin Hersh
The list author says:
  "A recent find, if not such a recent album. Every song(except the first)is a very strong tune. The lyrics are dark but with humour too."
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5:55
12.  5:55 by Charlotte Gainsbourg
The list author says:
  "A superb collaboration that has surely surpassed all expectations. If you are wondering if this is worth a try: It is!"
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Ys
13.  Ys by Joanna Newsom
The list author says:
  "Still the hottest thing around."
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Espers II
14.  Espers II by Espers
The list author says:
  "This album just grows and grows. Can't wait for the new one."
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Brightblack Morning Light
15.  Brightblack Morning Light by Brightblack Morning Light
The list author says:
  "Its funky! but in a really slow gentle way. Relax your mind..."
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Feathers
16.  Feathers by Feathers
The list author says:
  "Stunning quality debut. Like Espers/Bright Black Morning Light? this is for you. Floaty."
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White Chalk
17.  White Chalk by PJ Harvey
The list author says:
  "If Dylan created a consternation in the ranks of his fans by plugging in, PJ seems to have done something similar by unplugging. Give it a try."
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Volta
18.  Volta by Björk
The list author says:
  "Nother one that seems to be splitting opinions. But Bjork is always worth hearing."
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Martha Wainwright
19.  Martha Wainwright by Martha Wainwright
The list author says:
  "Probably the best album of 2005. Still sounds great. Has a great emotional range."
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The Sleep Shelter Ep
20.  The Sleep Shelter Ep by Rachel Goswell
The list author says:
  "I originally intended to include the album but this is better. Good stuff, in a Beth Orton vein, from the Mojave 3 singer."
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Fireproof
21.  Fireproof by Dawn Landes
The list author says:
  "If you like Americana as a genre then this is sure to delight. She's been around for a while but this is her first release with a bit of push behind it."
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You Sound, Reflect
22.  You Sound, Reflect by Tara Jane O'Neil
The list author says:
  "Hard to categorise. When she sings she reminds me of Nina Nastasia but she also does some near-ambient/post rock instrumentals. High quality stuff."
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Seventh Tree
23.  Seventh Tree by Goldfrapp
The list author says:
  "Not quite going to replace "Felt Mountain" in my affections but very enjoyable."
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Alas I Cannot Swim
24.  Alas I Cannot Swim by Laura Marling
The list author says:
  "In terms of commercial impact she may have made a smaller impression than her counter-parts but she may turn out to be the best long term bet. Exceeds expectations."
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Keep Your Silver Shined
25.  Keep Your Silver Shined by Devon Sproule
The list author says:
  "Wow what a find! Caught her on "Later" and by the 2nd song I was hooked. Reminds me of the first 2 Kate and Anna McGarrigle albums, with a touch of The Roches thrown in for good measure."
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