Khaira Arby
Timbuktu Tarab
Desert blues from Mali. Arby's vocals are amazingly soulful in an Aretha Franklin way. Great songwriting and musicianship throughout.
Mum
Smilewound
Another winner from the Icelandic electronic group. Great instrumentals & vocal tracks including the bonus track, "Whistle", which features Kylie Minogue(!) on vocals.