I need a female jazz vocalist. No Krall, No Norah

I would suggest that you start in the order they were published, "Introducing Tierney Sutton" on A-Records, "Unsung Heros" on Telarc, and "Blue on Green" also on Telarc (this is only because I totally enjoy the first two and don't feel quite as connected to the last.) Although you didn't ask for more recommendations, since you like Tierney Sutton, you might give Karrin Allyson a listen. I actually enjoy her more. I would suggest as a good place to start to get a general feel would be "Daydream" on Concord Jazz.

Great suggestions already. Some new to me. A few others that I enjoy - Claire Martin "Make This City Ours", Carolyn Leonhart "Steal the Moon" and Lori Lieberman "Home of Whispers".

How about something different? And not jazz.Try Sussan Deyhim-Madman Of God- and Azam Ali,this year's album.Also,Rasa-Devotion-one of the most sensual voices I've ever heard;the name of the singer is Kim Waters.No one mentioned Elizabeth Frazer,Cocteau Twins;some of the tunes are great.

Try Jenna Mamina. I prefer her to Nora Jones. She has two cd's avilable on line.

Helen Rogers on the Paul Hardcastle 'Jazzmasters' recordings. This is more like 'smooth jazz' I guess but very nice and sultry voice....I think you would definitely agree.