Imogen Heap
A talented multi-instrumentalist. She is classically trained in piano, clarinet, guitar, drums and other instruments, many of which she is self-taught. She has had a very long career, including solo stints and as a member of the band frou frou. Much of her music has been used in the background of popular tv shows and movies, especially "Hide and Seek." Also impressive, is that she writes and produces all of her own songs, spanning the full spectrum of vocal style music. She has also wrote, backed, mixed, or produced artists ranging from Britney Spears to Blue October.
I would suggest starting with her most recent album, called Speak for Yourself. It has some slow and fast-tempo music. If you don't pay attention, it sounds like she is singing a capella.
home page
myspace : 4 songs here.
u-tube: Hide and Seek video.
utube : just for now, a capella.
