On her third album, "Under Rug Swept," Alanis Morisette takes creative control, assuming the role of producer, and playing most of the instruments. The music on the album is melodic and compelling, with a balance of electronic and acoustic sounds, and some unexpected chord progressions. The lyrics are stream-of-consciousness, with some quirky syntax, and several of the songs are about flawed relationships and lovers. On the opening "21 Things I Want In A Lover" the old Alanis belts out a jagged little song, but in general she has mellowed out since her debut days. Flea plays bass on "Narcissus."

Buy the album here.