I love Ben Folds. He is one of the greatest songwriters currently not receiving proper radio attention or airplay.
Piano rock deserves the proper respect.
Luckily, most of my friends are disciples of the Church of Ben Folds.
If you don't know Ben, you really oughta convert. I don't know what album you should start with. Just pick up "Whatever and Ever Amen" or one of the downloadable iTunes. Or just listen to the lyrics of the song "The Luckiest."
Really, trust me.