Miscellaneous Top 20 from a Country Fan

A Listmania! list by "katkitkatty"
 
Babes in the Wood
1.  Babes in the Wood by Mary Black
The list author says:
  "My childhood 'comfort' album. A truly fabulous irish folk album by an artist with one of the best voices in the business. Listen out for - Bright Blue Rose."
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COME ON COME ON
2.  COME ON COME ON by Mary Chapin Carpenter
The list author says:
  "A modern country legend. This is her second album, and although she has had numerous releases since, the fresh rockiness of this one strikes the best chord. Listen out for - He Thinks He'll Keep Her."
£4.00   Used & New from: £0.68
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

Little Earthquakes
3.  Little Earthquakes by Tori Amos
The list author says:
  "Adult contemporary at its best. This her debut album has lighter tones than her more recent offerings. The Bosendorfer rules supreme. Listen out for - Silent All These Years."
£4.27   Used & New from: £0.01
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)

1200 Curfews
4.  1200 Curfews by Indigo Girls
The list author says:
  "Live country rock on a double-disc. The girls have a knack for eloquent songwriting and perfectly contrasting vocals. Listen out for - Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee."
£19.61   Used & New from: £2.28
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

Kite
5.  Kite by Kirsty MacColl
The list author says:
  "One of the tracks on this album has recently been covered by country's Kelly Willis. Politically-fuelled adult contemporary. God Rest Her Soul. Listen out for - Free World."
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What I Deserve
6.  What I Deserve by Kelly Willis
The list author says:
  "This is by far the best album of her career. A must-have for any fans of alt country. A modern Emmylou. Listen out for - Not Forgotten You."
£9.92   Used & New from: £0.42
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Rhythm Country and Blues
7.  Rhythm Country and Blues by Various Artists
The list author says:
  "Compilation album with the stunners making up for some of the average songs. Features Al Green, Trisha Yearwood,  Natalie Cole and many more. Listen out for - Rainy Night In Georgia."
£10.08   Used & New from: £0.01
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Sylvia Hotel
8.  Sylvia Hotel by Cheryl Wheeler
The list author says:
  "A lesser known country/folk singer. It's gorgeous, lilting, and the ultimate of cosy winter listening. Listen out for - Right Way To Do The Wrong Thing."
£22.68   Used & New from: £6.47
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

GP / Grievous Angel
9.  GP / Grievous Angel by Gram Parsons
The list author says:
  "A country classic that everyone should own. Backing vocals from Emmylou Harris. Listen out for - Return Of The Greivous Angel (also; Kasey Chambers' cover of this, called Still Feeling Blue)."
£3.99   Used & New from: £1.35
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

Stories From the City, Stories From the Sea
10.  Stories From the City, Stories From the Sea by PJ Harvey
The list author says:
  "Indie/adult contemporary which won the Mercury Music Prize; namely for the fabulous whoops on Whores Hustle. Some songs are crazy; some quiet. A colourful masterpiece. Listen out for - Good Fortune."
£3.99   Used & New from: £0.51
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)

The Best of Nanci Griffith
11.  The Best of Nanci Griffith by Nanci Griffith
The list author says:
  "The UK version of this album with some bonus tracks and songs live from London locations. Country/folk at its best. Listen out for - Speed of The Sound Of Loneliness."
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Rules for Jokers
12.  Rules for Jokers by Thea Gilmore
The list author says:
  "The sultry voice of english folk/rock. Great songs combined with a clear-cut Oxford accented vocal. Original and clever. Listen out for - Saying Nothing."
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4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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Sleepless
13.  Sleepless by Kate Rusby
The list author says:
  "Soft UK folk. This girl has an enviable voice. Described as 'chick folk' but somewhat reminiscent of the more traditional genre. Relaxing. Listen out for - Our Town (Cover. Written by Iris Dement)."
£9.90   Used & New from: £3.38
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

Tracy Chapman
14.  Tracy Chapman by Tracy Chapman
The list author says:
  "Soulful debut. The deep voice is totally captivating. You will have heard some of these even if you didn't know Ms Chapman. Listen out for - Fast Car."
£5.04   Used & New from: £0.01
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Let Go
15.  Let Go by Avril Lavigne
The list author says:
  "Pop/punk by a girl. The first of its kind. Not as punky as one might expect noting her image, but still, there isn't a bad song. Listen out for - Sk8er Boi (Surely the next single)."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (158 customer reviews)

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Temptation
16.  Temptation by Shelby Lynne
The list author says:
  "Bereaved country singer goes all bluesy. Shame that the record label went bust, because this could have been big. This is her most original album to date. Listen out for - Feelin Kinda Lonely Tonight."
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5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

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Swordfishtrombones
17.  Swordfishtrombones by Tom Waits
The list author says:
  "America's sandpaper vocalist. A slightly odd character whose live performances are totally chilling. Listen out for - In The Neighborhood."
£5.77   Used & New from: £2.98
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Missing You (Mi Yeewnii)
18.  Missing You (Mi Yeewnii) by Baaba Maal
The list author says:
  "Even if you're not a fan of World music (as I am not) you will love this. Gorgeous, traditional and muchly acoustic. Listen out for - Jamma Jenngii."
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Roll on
19.  Roll on by The Living End
The list author says:
  "Aussie band inspired by Punk Britain of the 70s. Better lyrics than back then, and the genre has been calmed down a little as well. Listen out for - Dirty Man."
£8.25   Used & New from: £1.96
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

United & You're All I Need
20.  United & You're All I Need by Marvin Gaye
The list author says:
  "Just had to include this, even if just for 'Ain't No Mountain'. Some songs are quite unbearable, but the good ones make up for that. Listen out for - Ain't No Mountain High Enough."
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