Every time I have listened to her I usually turn to something else. I don’t hate her, I just dislike that lilting voice. It all sounds the same to me. I think of artists like Andrea Bocelli, for people who don’t know or don’t really listen to opera. It’s accessible music. If you can, try to find an audio dealer that plays music that you may not be familiar with that pushes your musical reach or a music shop (yes, still better than the internet) that can steer you to what you like. If the dealer only plays audiophile approved music, maybe try elsewhere. And don’t be afraid to try something different and if you like Norah or Andrea, well then enjoy it. The last thing I want to do is tell you what to like. My tastes are all over the place; British rock, art rock, grew up with punk jazz, Chicago Blues, Lyric Opera, CSO back to Solti conducting, eastern, and music from most cultures (I’ll at least give them a try), etc., etc.
Confession: I only like Norah Jones because so many others told me to
Norah Jones is the darling of Jazz and Audiophile press for a few years. I've heard her albums, maybe even bought one. Look, being a musical artist is hard as hell and I can't do it, but I realize in listening to others talk about her that I'm missing something special while listening to her.
Please, without wanting to pile on her, if you love her tell me why. What has you going about Miss Jones that makes her a standout? No wrong answers.