Regina Spektor, a Bronx-based singer-songwriter originally from Moscow, gained recognition after joining The Strokes on tour while still unsigned. Known for her dynamic vocal range and unique style, Spektor’s music blends elements of Joni Mitchell’s emotive range and Björk’s eccentricity. Her third album, Soviet Kitsch, showcases lush, quirky, and honest songs, tied together by her technical mastery and ability to seamlessly switch between delicate whispers and punk-rock energy.