There's this guy named Ray LaMontagne from Maine that's causing quite a stir in the folk and jam band scenes. Here's a link to his site (with mailing info, bio,contact and three downloads click and have a listen:

http://www.raylamontagne.com/

His debut drops on ATO/RCA this September. I think he's pretty damn good and reminds of Joe Cocker, Van and Cat Stevens rolled into one.

Cheers, KevinfromAZ