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The Most Philosophical Song You Ever Heard
Just about every Townes Van Zandt song, but especially The Rake, The Ballad of Pancho and Lefty, Waitin' Round to Die . . . 
You can Vote for Most Valuable Lead Vocals (Rock Groups)
Paul Rodgers, in the "Talent" division; Bruce Springsteen, in the "Frontman" category; maybe Bruce Dickinson, in the "Both" 
Versatile, non-fatiguing speakers for a small room under $1500 used or new: advice needed!
mermaid_smilesRe: the Wharfedale EVO4.2, I was considering them, too, but bumped up to the 4.3, saving the cost of stands and putting it into a second midwoofer. I've turned my sub off with the 4.3s. And, if you're worried about the size, check th... 
Versatile, non-fatiguing speakers for a small room under $1500 used or new: advice needed!
My apartment listening room dimensions and set up are very similar to yours, as are our musical tastes. I just got a pair of the Wharfedale EVO 4.3s - a smaller floor stander (34-1/4" tall). They actually have a smaller footprint than the standmou... 
What was your first big eye opener with regard to audio?
Biggest improvements:Upgraded and modded vintage Polk SDA speakers and added DreadnoughtIncreased wpc from 75 to 200Replaced receiver with amp/pre/phono preDIY room treatments Speaker cablesICsIt's been a joyful trip, and has cost a lot less than ... 
Reasonable high end interconnects: without breaking the bank
I like the Zavfino Arcadia MkII OCC cables, and the price is very reasonable. 
One Only Please- Your Favorite Track from which album and Artist please
"Into the Mystic" Van Morrison's "Moondance" album 
Greatest debut album
Have these not been mentioned?Crosby, Stills & NashGreetings from Asbury ParkTenRe: Jagged Little Pill, that was Alannis’ American debut album. She had at least one earlier pop album released in Canada, IIRC. 
Thinking about a new, lower end CD Player
I'm using a Sony DVP-NS425P as a CD player. Cost $99 new, several years back. Has a 24-bit, 192mHz DAC that sounds great. If a better external DAC comes along, it has coax and optical digital outs.