I saw Serena Ryder open for Xavier Rudd in Seattle, and have been blown away by her vocals and songwriting ever since. What's more, her album If your Memory Serves You Well was one of my favorite CDs this year, as it ranges from soulful heartbreaking ballads to nice little joyous songs in French.
Serena Ryder
By Kim Ruehl, About.com Guide
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