Come Away With Me

Her performance at the Grammy Awards was marred by the same technical difficulties that everyone suffered, but I was interested enough to check her out. There is a seemingly endless stream of young female solo artists looking to follow in the tracks of Tori Amos and/or Britney Spears. I tend to prefer those that emulate the former, but manage to do have their own style, their own voice. Jones is one of those. Along with Michelle Branch and Alicia Keys, Jones is one of the few bright spots in music today. I'm astounded that a truly jazz album can get any recognition these days. With a strong voice and a classic style, she covers Hank Williams and Hoagy Carmichael with ease and proves herself an adept songwriter as well.

Hot spots: Cold Cold Heart, Nearness Of You, Feeling The Same Way, Come Away With Me.