Jagged Little Thrill
You'd be hard pressed to name a member of Jagged Edge or even  pick them out of a crowd, but vocally this foursome rank near the top  of the faceless male R&B; acts. That's no mean feat in an arena that  requires something that's perhaps deeper than persona: sumptuous  harmonies stacked upon each other with lilting ease, solid songs, and a  sincere heart-on-the-sleeve vibe that never feels too corny. After  going double platinum in 2000, the foursome (who record for Jermaine  Dupri) doesn't change the formula too much on the current joint: plenty  of playa anthems such as the rollicking "Where the Party At," featuringNelly, and  unabashed odes to commitment and family like the soaring "Without You"  and the delicate "Respect." When JE turn on their love light, they  truly shine.--Amy Linden