CD-Charts Position 1
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Careless Love

by: Madeleine Peyroux

Release Date September 14, 2004
I first heard Peyroux' "Don't Wait Too Long" on NPR and immediately bought the Careless Love CD. What a treasure! At first she did remind me of Holiday, but the more I listened, the more I heard her own sound and style. This is one I can play over and over and never tire of (especially Between the Bars - incredible!). I have probably given this CD to a dozen friends, who in turn have become big fans. While I have also enjoyed her other CDs, this one remains my favorite and, I think, her best.

CD-Charts Position 2
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Dreamland

by: Madeleine Peyroux

Release Date October 01, 1996
The wonderful first album from Madeleine Peyroux, a jazz singer whose music and voice sound somewhat like Billie Holiday. This is very well-recorded and engaging music. Her two subsequent albums are also good. I like this for dinner parties, in the car and on long, sunny summer weekends (which we're currently experiencing).

CD-Charts Position 3
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Half the Perfect World

by: Madeleine Peyroux

Release Date September 12, 2006
I heard Smile on my satellite radio so I decided to buy this cd and another one of hers. I have yet to take this cd out of my car and it has been several weeks.

CD-Charts Position 4
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Got You on My Mind

by: Madeleine Peyroux, William Galison

Release Date September 07, 2004
Well it is just like follywood and the record industry to piggy back someone with talent. I don't know this guy. I am sure he is nice, but obviously, he should not be singing on a recorded line. I am not being mean, just honest. He holds key but that's about it. This is not opinion, just fact. The arrangements here are not very good. She sounds great but the cheesy arrangements destroy any chance to salvage more than one or two of these - songs? I can only think that she was forced to do this, or maybe as a favor. She deserves better.

CD-Charts Position 5
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From This Moment On

by: Diana Krall

Release Date September 19, 2006
Bought it for my mother in law and she loves every bit of it. Great music and good quality sound. Great gift. Promptly delivered

CD-Charts Position 6
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Not Too Late

by: Norah Jones

Release Date January 30, 2007
Norah jones is so relaxing to listen to with her soulful, blusey sounds.
However, now mix Norah Jones with a little bit of Fiona Apple and a new unique sound in Arrica Rose's new album La La Lost is born...taking the music up a notch. Check it out.

CD-Charts Position 7
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Sympathique

by: Pink Martini

Release Date November 18, 1997
I love this CD! I am not a musician but can appreciate all the work that went into this music. The music is incredible, the lyrics wonderful and China Forbes voice is flawless! The varied influences and languages make this a great collection.

CD-Charts Position 8
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The Girl in the Other Room

by: Diana Krall

Release Date April 27, 2004
I errantly overlooked this album. Maybe I had Krall burn-out. But overlooking this piece of work was a mistake corrected. It's wonderful.

CD-Charts Position 9
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The Look of Love

by: Diana Krall

Release Date September 18, 2001
Amazon has done it again by being there with their great selection of products they sell. Amazon always has described to me the product in detail so there are no surprises when I buy from them for a gift. Keep up the good work

CD-Charts Position 10
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All for You: A Dedication to the Nat King Cole Trio

by: Diana Krall

Release Date March 12, 1996
Prior to this album, Diana Krall was not considered serious enough as a Jazz singer who could play a mean piano roll. She was a pretty girl, with a pretty voice, who would do standard jazz covers.

But this album changed all that, the trio in this record is brilliant and Diana's talent as a vocalist AND a piano player is showcased here in great abundance. It was good for her to choose a tribute album to Nat King Cole, and it results in a very good record and nice interpretations of Nat Cole's classics. It was difficult without a drummer as well

I don't have a large collection (50 to 60 CDs ), but this is one cd that i listened to so many items, i scratched it till it could not be played anymore.
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