Tracy Chapman - Similar artists & their albums

Have a listen to J.S. Ondara Tales of America very similar vibe for sure.  Good recent album that I learned about on another forum.
I really like the sound on this album as well the double bass and acoustic guitar and vocals come across in a really nice way.

Agreed, the first J. S. Ondara record is stunningly great.  

Tracy is terrific, and I think Rhiannon Giddens is every bit as good.

Oh yes, Rhiannon Giddens is superb, great suggestion!

Corrine Bailey Rae is “similar” to Chapman in the sense that she’s an incredible song writer, and is difficult to place in a musical genre. I thoroughly enjoy her work.