Amy Winehouse – Back to Black (LP, Universal)

Limited edition vinyl LP pressing of the uber-successful sophomore album from this UK vocalist. Although her 2003 debut was a success her rowdy offstage behavior became the focus of tabloids and critics instead of the music. Because of this Winehouse stepped out of the spotlight and concentrated on putting the focus back on her music. Three years later her sophomore release surprised critics and excited her fan base. Combining a strong Jazzy vocal style with often frank lyrical content recounting tales of love and loss Winehouse is a truly talented songwriter with a good ear for melody making this album an essential purchase. Universal.