Although Near is known for her work in social change music, this moving (and often humorous) look at love and relationships is a delightful surprise. These 19 songs, covering styles from pop/rock to country to jazz, round out the series of collections released over the last few years. One often overlooked impression becomes clear: Holly Near is a great singer.

Don't Hold Back 31 second sample 497K
Fire In The Rain 26 second sample 410K