Black Walnut, this is paying off already -- I think Martin Simpson is great, but have never heard of Don Ross. I will be sure to check him out. Let's see: if you like John Renbourne, give a listen to Al Petteway. Not identical players, but they share something.

Julie, I understand and agree with a lot of what DADGBE said, but I think there's value in this thread; thanks for thinking of it.