200 RECOMMENDED ALBUMS. This update: #63. Continues tomorrow.

THE CAFFE` LATTE`

200

MOST RECOMMENDED ALBUMS

Some are the best selling, while others may be obscure, but the albums listed here are all worthy of a listen. No compilation/ best of sets. Only exceptional live albums included. This is a personal listing of the albums I enjoy the most to this day.

#63

ACOUSTIC SOUL:  INDIA.ARIE

 [2001] 

India.Arie broke through with 'Acoustic Soul', a stunning debut set, introducing audiences to her fresh neo-soul. She is keenly aware of the R&B traditions that paved the way for her, citing her influences during the track list. This nod to the legacy of soul legends such as Sam Cooke and Marvin Gaye complements her own musical context. India.Arie's vocal skills helped keep Motown relevant to the evolution of R&B. She has a hand in writing the tracks on the album. Lyrics come to the forefront on "Video". "Brown Skin" celebrates her culture. She is at her most vulnerable on the utterly beautiful "Ready For Love". "Wonderful" pays tribute to her musical hero Stevie Wonder. 'Acoustic Soul' is an easy album to relax and listen to.

Highiight tracks: Ready For Love; Brown Skin & Video.