Texas - Ricks Road (1993)

There is no end to the talent this band posesses, and it shows through on every track on this album. Their songwriting and lyrics are simple and honest, and their musicianship is tight, well-played, and simply sounds great. And let's not forget Sharleen; she can go from rocking you like Melissa Etheridge to seducing you like Sarah McLachlan (and everything in between), all without batting an eye. If I had to compare her voice to any one person, in terms of range, raw power, and just plain sounding good, I'd say she's right up there with Elvis.
There is no doubt, if you've never heard of this band (as I suspect many Americans like myself have not), you should definitely check them out. The only disappointment you'll feel is that the American music industry has been neglecting them all this time.