I'm not sure I can do this justice.
Those who know me well, know that I am a huge Ingrid Michaelson fan. I stumbled across her on iTunes one night about four years ago as I was searching for new music. I'd been listening to my boy, Amos Lee, which led me to Ray LaMontagne, which led me to somebody else and then somewhere down the line, to Ingrid.
The first song I ever cued up was “Far Away” from her “Girls and Boys” album. One listen and I was hooked for good. She's a musician in the best sense of the word. She's pretty damn rad in my book. It's the rare occasion that I love (or even like) every song on someone's album. With Ingrid Michaelson, I do. It's sort of mind-boggling that every song is a gem. You know those albums you get because you love the single and then you can tell that they've thrown in a couple real stinkers to fill the space? Not so with any of Ingrid's albums, in my opinion (and since you're here reading this, I assume you're interested in my opinion, yes?)
To be sure, I'm an indy music fan. I gravitate more toward singer-songwriters than any other genre of music. Don't get me wrong, I love me some Gaga. I get low for Ludacris (though these days, I feel like I develop acute sciatica each time I do). I'm a huge Michael Jackson fan.
But at the end of the day, give me Joshua Radin, Greg Laswell, Priscilla Ahn and the aforementioned Amos Lee. That's where I feel at home. Ingrid is a big part of that. I relate to her songs — in fact, sometimes I swear she's reading my mind. And I know that's common to a lot of people, but GIVE ME MY MOMENT, DAMMIT. Anyway...
There've been a lot of developments in my life over the past couple years. Steady like a rock, Ingrid's music has been a huge comfort to me. If for no other reason than I just really dig it. And, by the way, she's super awesome in concert. You get the distinct feeling she's enjoying her evening with you as much as you are with her. And holy hell, she's funny. I went away from the Ark in Ann Arbor with a smile on my face and a little bit more joy in my heart. And for me, that's exactly what I need these days.
You might ask, “what are your favorite songs?” PAY ATTENTION! I JUST TOLD YOU I LOVE THEM ALL!
What?
Ok, fine. If I have to make a Sophie's choice here, this would be my top 10. I'm not happy to have to do this, by the way. I blame you.
1 — Far Away
2 — You and I
3 — Are We There Yet
4 — Winter Song (with Sara Bareilles)
5 — Locked Up
6 — Glass
7 — Soldier
8 — Around You
9 — Can't Help Falling in Love (cover)
10 — The Chain
Ok, so there you have it. Go download them right now. Seriously. Go.
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