This week In Singing Ladies 20/52
Esperanza Spalding, China Forbes, Lady Gaga, Adele, Alanis Morissette, Agnes Obel, Mary J. Blige, Shakira, Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson, Mariza, Joss Stone
Esperanza Spalding, China Forbes, Lady Gaga, Adele, Alanis Morissette, Agnes Obel, Mary J. Blige, Shakira, Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson, Mariza, Joss Stone
Angie Stone, Lena Horne, Beth Hart, Diana Ross, Donna Summer, Paula Abdul, Grace Jones, Stevie Nicks, Gwen Stefani, Patti Smith, Tania Maria, Sade Adu
Rita Coolidge, Adele, Esperanza Spalding, Basia, Joni Mitchell, Karen Carpenter, Judy Collins, Joan Armatrading, Thelma Houston, k.d. lang, Christina Aguilera, Chaka Khan
Natalie Cole, Eartha Kitt, Sarah Vaughan, Barbra Streisand, Beth Gibbons, Melody Gardot, Diana Krall, Norah Jones, Toni Braxton, Janet Jackson, Donna Summer, China Forbes
Jerry Williams, Katie Melua, Tiger Town Swing Band, Solange Prat, Adele, Cosette Fife-Smith, O'Keefe Music Foundation, Bat For Lashes, :Papercutz, After Dark, Paramore, KT Tunstall
Dee Dee Bridgewater, Madeleine Peyroux, Judy Garland, Nina Simone, Laura Mvula, ABBA, Tina Turner, Mary J. Blige, Madonna, Pj Harvey, Sheryl Crow, Patti Smith
Beth Hart, Sinead O'Connor, Katie Melua, Janis Joplin, Stevie Nicks, Lana Del Rey, Lorde, Mariah Carey, Mahalia Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Ella Fitzgerald, Beth Hart
Agnetha Fältskog, Sheryl Crow, Beth Hart, Jill Scott, Cassandra Wilson, Julie Andrews, Brandi Carlile, Cesária Evora, Céline Dion, Joan Baez & Judy Collins, Sarah Vaughan, Dolly Parton Linda Ronstadt & Emmylou Harris
Diana Krall, Mary J. Blige, Ellie Goulding, Jackie Evancho, Heart, Sara Bareilles, Brandi Carlile, Leslie Mcdonel, Fantasia Barrino, Tori Amos, Kate Bush, Tina Turner
Esperanza Spalding, Beverley Knight, Madeleine Peyroux, Sinéad O'Connor, Elena Tonra, Samantha Fish, Amy Winehouse, Shakira, Spice Girls, Madonna, Lzzy Hale, Courtney Barnett
Norah Jones, Joni Mitchell, k.d. lang, Melissa Etheridge, Dianne Reeves, Sharleen Spiteri, Adele, Nancy Wilson & Ann Wilson, Madonna, Alanis Morissette, Rebecca Lovell & Megan Lovell, Samantha Fish
Lady Gaga, P!Nk, Carole King, Connie James, India Arie, Emily Elbert, Katie Petersen, Linda Ronstadt, Kaya Bruël, Dixie Chicks, Merry Clayton, Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe
Leona Lewis, Jewel, Tal Wilkenfeld, Tori Amos, Annie Lennox, Beth Hart, Neneh Cherry, Natalie Merchant, Alison Krauss, Katie Melua, Elle King, Jessie J
PJ Harvey, India Arie, Hannah Reid, Norah Jones, Rickie Lee Jones, Ann Wilson, Esperanza Spalding, Duffy, Martha Wainwright, St. Vincent, Laura Mvula, Lauren Mayberry
Adele, Céline Dion, Madonna, Rhiannon Giddens, CocoRosie, Buffy Saint, Jennifer Rush, Joni Mitchell, k.d. lang, Meshell Ndegeocello, KT Tunstall, Beth Hart
Rita Ora's "Your Song," co-written with Ed Sheeran, blends her charismatic vocals with a breezy pop style and Caribbean flair, showcasing simplicity with Ed's knack for catchy tunes. Meanwhile, Grace VanderWaal's take on Sheeran's "The A Team" offers raw charm with her unique timbre, capturing a blend of sincerity and evolving artistry. Both stand out in their own right, balancing adaptation with authenticity.
Demi Lovato's live cover of "Give Me Love" strips the production back to spotlight her emotive range, giving Sheeran's lyrics a fresh vulnerability. On a different note, songs like "Photograph" and "Supermarket Flowers" reflect Sheeran's strength in evoking universal emotion, with the latter standing out as a heartfelt tribute. Together, these tracks showcase personal resonance and versatile performances.
Ikkimel’s "Böser Junge" blends canine metaphors with club influences. Stela Cole’s "Stereoqueen" reworks Destiny’s Child for playful defiance. Chirine Lajmi’s "Ta3abni Fra9ou" mixes Arabic pop with heartache. Delia’s "Dor" combines electronic textures with introspection.
Lisa Hyper’s "Bitter Sweet" captures dancehall turbulence. Rose Villain’s "Fuorilegge" blends genres for Sanremo 2025. Halsey releases punk-infused "Safeword." HEYOON’s "ASAP" teams with Chris Patrick for viral pop. Loana’s "À Petit Feu" highlights Réunion’s rising talent.
Updated : Feb 28,2025
Sarah Vaughan’s "Send In The Clowns," from her 1981 album, highlights her vocal depth, turning Sondheim’s poignant lyrics into an intimate experience. Katie Melua’s "Spider’s Web" blends subtle guitar work and orchestral flourishes to examine moral ambiguity, while Brandi Carlile’s "Before It Breaks" presents a raw, restrained emotional journey with contributions from Rick Rubin and the Hanseroth brothers.
Jennifer Rush’s "The Power of Love" stands as a power ballad classic, marked by its global chart-topping success, whereas Heart’s "Magic Man" fuses personal storytelling with 1970s rock drama. The Tedeschi Trucks Band’s "Signs, High Times" opens their 2019 album on a groove-filled, bluesy note, showcasing Derek Trucks’ slide guitar and Susan Tedeschi’s commanding vocals. Each track brings its unique stamp to their respective albums.
From Pink Floyd’s "Comfortably Numb," blending David Gilmour’s guitar brilliance with Roger Waters’ poignant lyrics, to Europe’s "The Final Countdown" and its iconic keyboard riff, these tracks highlight defining musical moments. Gary Moore’s "Empty Rooms" channels heartbreak, while Whitney Houston’s "How Will I Know" delivers ‘80s pop perfection, and Bobby Brown’s "My Prerogative" asserts individuality with slick new jack swing energy.
The Beach Boys’ "Kokomo" offers tropical escapism, Sérgio Mendes’ "Alibis" crafts polished adult contemporary grooves, and Eric Clapton with B.B. King reinterpret blues history in "Worried Life Blues." XTC’s "Senses Working Overtime" leans into eclectic charm, while Roberta Flack’s "Feel Like Makin' Love" balances tender finesse. These standout tracks anchor moments in music history, captivating through distinct moods and timeless appeal.