Bluesy singer/songwriter Kirsten Thien may have graduated college with a finance degree, but it's her sultry croon that's earned her respect within the music community. Thien's soulful blend of rock, pop, and blues came to fruition on her 2003 debut album, She Really Is, a collection of well-honed tales of life and love fueled by her powerful singing voice. It was followed in 2005 by the equally powerful You've Got Me. ~ James Christopher Monger