Canadian Indie
- Pedalin'-Mimi O'Bonsawin (O'Bonsawin conveys an everything-will-turn-out-fine-so-don't-give-up outlook in this fun tune. If you like how Jem keeps things in perspective on "Just A Ride," "Pedalin'" might appeal to you.)
- Dreamy-Henry Mancini (One of the classiest, most elegant easy listening numbers.)
- Black Coffee-Sarah Vaughan (This is one of the more eloquently written tunes about vices, and Vaughan sings it eloquently. For the best instrumental version of it you might ever hear, listen to how Ray Charles nails the tune's perfect tempo and emotional level on the piano.)
- Delta Bali Blues-Kenny Garrett (An ear-catching call and response pattern emerges between the saxophone and the piano.)
- Hold On-Shawn Colvin (How do you keep your wits about you when life looks bleak? It helps to have at least one favorite song in mind. Colvin covers this Tom Waits tune effectively; its chorus is especially ideal for her voice.)
- Adios Nonino-Alfredo Rodriguez (A strong new track with Rodriguez at the piano, weaving his way through themes that range from spicy and energetic to poignant and emotive. The dissonant-at-times use of the accordion adds to the tune's appeal. If you enjoy Hot Club Of Detroit's music, you'll likely enjoy "Adios Nonino." Also recommended: Rodriguez's take on "Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring." He gives this reverential melody an interesting, jazzy kick.)
- Forest Birds Chorus 1-Bernie Krause & Lang Elliott (Sammy the cat's ears perked up as he listened to this, so that's an endorsement if you're looking for bird calls to keep your cat entertained. Krause and Elliott recorded a wide variety of birds for this track; if you'd like to feel as though you're ambling through an inviting section of the woods without leaving home, "Forest Birds Chorus 1" is a strong choice.)
- Tea Rose-Bob Ardern (This warm guitar instrumental would segue with various Don Ross or Stevan Pasero tunes.)
