Amy Winehouse was born on 14th September 1983 into an English-Jewish family of jazz musicians. She grew up in Southgate, North London. After her friend gave her demo tape to an A&R executive, she was discovered and started singing professionally at the age of 16.
Her debut album "Frank" was released into 2003. It was produced with many songs having jazz influences, and apart from two covers, even song was co-written by Winehouse. The album recieved positive reviews and brought comparisions to, amongst others Sarah Vaughn and Macy Gray.
Her second album "Back to Black" was released in 2006. The album has been heavily influenced by the girl groups of the 50's/60's. I have played this album to death since I recieved it as a Christmas gift.
On March 17th, it was released in the USA. It debuted at No. 7, the highest new entry for a British Female solo artist. Two weeks later, a new record was set by Joss Stone who's new album debuted at Number 2.
I love Amy's voice, it is so unique. I fell in love with her soulful voice as soon as I heard it. She has finally got the recognition she deserved when she won a Brit Award (the U.K equilant to the Grammy's) for Best British Female 2007.
The British press seem to focus on her lifestyle and outragous behaviour, and not her vocal ability. I admire her so much because the problems she has faced and overcome: bullimia, alcoholism and drug addiction. I get a lot of stick for liking her music, but I don't care. Everyone has their own taste, and I think she is amazing.
What do you guys think?
'Rehab'
7 comments:
((((((((((((((((((((((HUGSTOYOU)))))))))))))))))))))Very Intresting,have a nice night.
A boy is selling? Getting ready
to be an agent already!?
Precocious! Congratulations.
Barry
Thanks for sharing ,and if you like it you stick with it ...love Jan xx
She has an interesting voice Leigh and a very pretty girl ~ I had never heard of her so thanks for the video clips ~ nice to see what music you enjoy ~ Ally
Amy Winehouse is a fantastic musician, great singer and songwriter. it's probably all that alcohol floating around her body...
She's a bit of a minger. The crap tattoos don't help.
http://journals.aol.co.uk/acoward15/andy-the-bastard
I love her.....and not JUST her voice and music...i find myself very attached to her personality as well!
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