#4 Sonya Kitchell

#4 is Sonya Kitchell's album 'This Storm'. Woah. There's not enough I can say about her talent. She's only 20 years old and her voice, lyrics and music are that of a woman that's twice her age. Her voice is slightly jazzy, which I love. She's not breaking any new ground, musically, but this album is so high on my list because it has gotten me through this year. I related to Sonya's feelings of self doubt, lonliness and optimism more than any other artist that made music this year. Her music goes between alt country to Lilith Fair-ish to acoustic pop. If that sounds like your bag, you'll love this album. Ok, I give up: I'm coming out of the closet again..this time as a lesbian. Download the whole album. Fave song: 'So Lonely'.