Feist - I Feel It All.

This young lady has been charming me with her music for about a month now (ever since I picked up her newest album "The Reminder" on iTunes).

The album can take a moment to grow on you -- mostly due to the varying styles of music and vocal work throughout. However, for those who stick with it, a sure treat awaits.

One thing I have noticed, and am starting to understand a bit better with repeat hearings, is the sometimes dark/melancholy songwriting. Even in tracks with upbeat music, the lyrics can be depressed -- speaking to what I imagine are times of hurt in the lyricist's own life.

I can understand why "The Reminder" has been featured on numerous top-10 lists for best album of 2007...it offers more every time you play it.