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Who are your favorite Underrated Artists? The discussion about the Joss Stone hype got me thinking about underrated artists over time. Who are your faves? My underrated diva list includes:
Phyllis Hyman-my fave Joyce Sims Gwen Guthrie Sharon Reed Evelyn Champagne King Melba Moore Jean Carn Patti Austin Shirley Jones Shirley Murdock Angela Bofill Angela Winbush Oleta Adams Randy Crawford Marlena Shaw Brenda Russell Some of the greatest voices of soul that people ignore...my 2cents. | |
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Neneh Cherry should have gotten a lot bigger than she did, and Homebrew should have been a great big fat hit record. | |
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wendy and lisa
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THICKE, THICKE, THICKE, THICKE !! | |
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Split Enz...  | |
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Me'Shell
jazzanova Digable Planets De La Soul to name just a few. Good night, sweet Prince | 7 June 1958 - 21 April 2016
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de la soul
lindsey buckingham annie lennox prince | |
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SassyFras said: prince Underrated??? he's sold tens of million and has everyone kissing his butt! . [This message was edited Fri Mar 5 21:59:47 2004 by twink69] | |
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Billy Lawrence (!!!!)
Kenna Caron Wheeler ("Beach of the War Goddess," an untouched gem) Tori Fixx Soce, The Elemental Wizard Scream Club Mz. Platinum Gary Hodges Protegee Meshell Ndegeocello Johnny Dangerous Miss Money Justincase Grand Puba ("2000" was the shh!) Sadat X God-Des Latrelle Tonya Blount Chantay Savage Krush Amel Larrieux Dionne Farris ("Passion" is one of the best songs I've ever heard in my young life, she needs to blow up) Joan Armatrading (love her to death) Angela Bofill Queen Latifah (I know she's big in the movies and on TV, but people need to shine more spotlight on her musical talent..."Black Reign" is one of my favorite albums of all time.) Ari Gold Olu Inoj Res Brownstone Jazzhole Anti-Pop Consortium Rah Digga Des'ree Shanice Alana Davis All Natural Dwayne Wiggins Karyn White Rachelle Ferrell Bronski Beat Les Nubians Simply Red Unspoken Heard Grenique Michael Watford Lord Jamar Bahamadia N'Dea Davenport Adriana Evans Backroom Matches Dutchboy K'Alyn Cree Summer Ephraim Lewis (too bad he died before he could blow up) Darius Rucker (solo) | |
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Luscious Jackson | |
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Lewis Taylor.I'm talking about his 1996 debut cd.
/peace Manki | |
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SassyFras said: lindsey buckingham
Law And Order & Out Of The Cradle are great albums. | |
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manki said: Lewis Taylor.I'm talking about his 1996 debut cd.
/peace Manki I thought nobody was gonna talk about this cat! Stoned Pt. 2 has just been released in th UK, but I'm in tour in France so I won't hear it for at least another 2 weeks! Grrrrr! A slept-on Multi-instrumentalist with some amazing ideas and concepts... heavily compared to Marvin Gaye. 'dre Tried many flavours - but sooner or later, always go back to the Purple Kool-aid!
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Meshell N'degeocello New Edition Alexander O'neal Jody Watley Brand New Heavies |
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Wilco (they're genius)
Soul Asylum (Dave Pirner's lyrics break my heart) Neneh Cherry (totally agree that Homebrew should have been platinum) Kevin Max (oh my gosh, he has a voice like Freddy Mercury - why don't people care!?) Radiohead (I know they're popular, but imho, better than Coldplay and deserving of more. I guess Thom Yorke should've hooked up with Gwenyth). "She made me glad to be a man" | |
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Byron said: Split Enz...
you (you you you) you got me hanging on a string now..... (im not your play thang) you (you you you) you got me hanging on a string now..... you never told me you were waiting contemplating.... oh wait, thats loose ends, huh? nevermind  Space for sale... | |
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sosgemini said: oh wait, thats loose ends, huh? nevermind
 The Compromise Theory:
Based on my analysis, I believe the government faked the plane crash and demolished the WTC North Tower with explosives. The South Tower, in a simultaneous but unrelated plot was brought down by actual terrorists. Is it a deal? | |
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Omar!
This man is the reason there is a D'Angelo or a Maxwell. Very underrated and very misunderstood. From his 1990 debut "There's Nothing Like This" to his more recent CD "Best By Far," Omar is a musical force to be reckoned with. Hopefully with his upcoming CD, this British soul singer who is influenced by Stevie Wonder, Syreeta Wright, and Bill Withers, can finally get the respect he deserves. Check out [/url]omarmusic.net for more info on this talented artist. | |
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jillybean said: Radiohead (I know they're popular, but imho, better than Coldplay and deserving of more. I guess Thom Yorke should've hooked up with Gwenyth).
They sell only a fraction of what Coldplay sell. But then they don't cater to the masses. A shame, tho'... I like Coldplay but for me Radiohead's music is a ton better. | |
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Stone Temple Pilots
Nneena Frelon Fiona Apple Air Gorillaz Massive Attack [This message was edited Sat Mar 6 11:50:31 2004 by theVelvetRoper] | |
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NikkaH did you mean Sharon Redd ("Beat the Street" and ex-Harlette)? And good call on Joyce Sims.
Mikki Howard Joe Stephanie Mills (underrated in my book) Loose Ends | |
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theVelvetRoper said: Stone Temple Pilots
Nneena Frelon Fiona Apple Air Gorillaz Massive Attack [This message was edited Sat Mar 6 11:50:31 2004 by theVelvetRoper] Hey Roper, whats shakin?? All the gals say hoe if your man's giving up the gold. All the fellas say ruff if you're only giving up the bone. | |
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Nicole Renee
Angie Winbush Joyce Kennedy(Of Mother's Finest) Patrice Rushen Stephanie Mills Sharon Bryant Phyllis Hyman Mel'isa Morgan Taka Boom Paulette McWilliams Rachell Ferrell Andrea Evans Aaaaaand my homegirl in the avatar  | |
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JILL SCOTT. Oh shit, my hat done fell off | |
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I was glad to see Adriana Evans in the ranks here and N'Dea Davenport is severly underrated and underappreciated. I would add:
Brigette McWilliams Laurnea (haven't heard her 2nd album but "Betta Listen" was the bomb) Joan Osborne Cece Peniston 2010: Healing the Wounds of the Past.... http://prince.org/msg/8/325740 | |
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Damn....How could I forget.
Maria McKee (Lone Justice) - A unique and powerful voice, impecable delivery and an amazing lyricist. 2010: Healing the Wounds of the Past.... http://prince.org/msg/8/325740 | |
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Hello...Liz Wright anyone???!! 2010: Healing the Wounds of the Past.... http://prince.org/msg/8/325740 | |
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SassyFras said: de la soul
lindsey buckingham annie lennox prince Oh yeah Annie Lennox is underrated. And shes got an Oscar & mulitple Grammys plus millions in music sales just to show how no one appreciates her. | |
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One more:
Shelby Lynne - Her albums "I am Shelby Lynne" and "Identity Crisis" are amazing. 2010: Healing the Wounds of the Past.... http://prince.org/msg/8/325740 | |
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garnis said: theVelvetRoper said: Stone Temple Pilots
Nneena Frelon Fiona Apple Air Gorillaz Massive Attack [This message was edited Sat Mar 6 11:50:31 2004 by theVelvetRoper] Hey Roper, whats shakin?? Hey, Garnis! Not much, how 'bout you? I just read your profile; I love My Bloody Valentine!  | |
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