Artist's Choice: Sheryl Crow (2003)

About this title: Contrary to what they sometimes claim, most major recording artists didn't acquire their musical personalities as a result of a cosmic accident or a supernatural visitation from the muse. Instead, they develop their craft by thoughtful and thorough sampling from various slices of earlier musical history. Some artists ultimately stop listening after they have created a musical identity they can run with, but others remain open to new influences. If you don't care for Sheryl Crow's own work, you may not be motivated to check out what she listens to (and is inspired by), but if you like what she ... read more

Tracks:

1. Don't Think Twice, It's All Right [Dylan]
2. So Far Away [King]
3. I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You) [Shannon]
4. What's Going On [Gaye]
5. Tempted
6. Don't Dream It's Over [Finn]
7. The Few That Remain [Trott]
8. Talk of the Town [Hynde]
9. Red Dirt Girl [Harris]
10. Amy [Adams]
11. Someone Saved My Life Tonight [John/Taupin]
12. Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain [Rose]
13. You Can Close Your Eyes [Taylor]
14. Maggie May [Stewart]
15. The Weight [Live] [Robertson]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.