This was a Starbucks exclusive – for whatever reason – and I picked up same there.

A lot of the songs are on bootlegs; but, still, one of my fav Dylan albums – where he is, with his own and other’s songs – getting his voice.

I first heard a cut from this album/band on NPR; tossed in my Amazon cart and – months later – purchased same. Well worth the wait. It’s good Zydeco or whatever music. Me likes!

As I believe I’ve written before, I first ran across Spektor on the 500 Days of Summer film. Liked the music; bought the soundtrack; really enjoyed the two Spektor songs.

Now I own five of her CDs!

I don’t know why it took me so long to “discover” Harris, but I’ve only been listening to her for a year or two – ditto for Patty Griffin and Nanci Griffith, both who are – to me – cut for the same cloth as Harris.

And what I’ve been missing! I have numerous CDs, but this one – Red Dirt Girl – is my (current) fav. “Bang the Drum Slowly,” “One Big Love,” “Michelango.” The whole CD is incredible.

Someone I worked with introduced me to Harvey – not quite sure why, but I’m glad he did.

I ripped a couple of CDs he had to see if I’d like her; I do. I’ve now purchased 8-9 of her CDs; all are great, but this was my first, and it’s still my favorite.

But it’s got a lot of competition, believe me!