Frank - Amy Winehouse

...after listening to her album, Frank (which is aptly named) I was uplifted and inspired. Amy hits you with not only a unique musical style, but with a hard-hitting attitude, which is rather shocking. However this again gives Amy an edge that most artists don’t have, it is clear that Amy speaks her mind and all her morals and values are spilled out into her music. As Winehouse’s music is not commercial she has not had major chart success ...
...The introduction to the album, Frank instantly gives you a taster for what is it come. It includes Amy ad-libbing is a very classical Jazz way, however the music is not classic jazz. It is a mix of R’n’B with slight modern Jazz guitar. In my opinion this is Amy’s way of showing everyone who wants to listen her unique style and various musical influences. The introduction then emerges to the first track and first single; “Stronger ...

Honey_Bee 08.01.2004 · Read full review
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...straight love songs. WHAT'S FRANK LIKE? -------------------------------- Funny you should ask, because I've separated out the tracks below. I've marked the songs out of five and also given a "jazzy" content mark in case you're not a fan of jazz and start having panic attacks. 1. Intro/Stronger Than Me (3:54) -------------------------------------------- Not a good start to the album, or so I thought. A mild Cleo Laine "skoo-be-do"-type acapella ...
...---------------------------------- The best song on Frank so far. Although simple in its execution and a somewhat annoying nursery rhyme delivery, this is where Winehouse gets really "urban". "You did too much E/met somebody/and spent the night getting caned". The knives are out on this one, a tirade against ageing women trying to look the part in a young environment. Winehouse sings: "don't be mad at me/cos you're pushing 30/and your old tricks ...

waynehorrigan 07.07.2004 · Read full review
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Amy Winehouse seems to be in the news a lot, for her well published issues with drink and drugs, her husband and her 'antics'. I have to say that I was not initially impressed with her music. Then someone suggested I listen to 'Moody's Mood For Love'. I loved it, I will talk a bit more about it later on, suffice to say, in my opinion it is a modern Jazz classic. I have now bought the album on i-tunes. This was her first album, before all the 'rehab' ...
...1. Intro/Stronger Than Me -------------------------------------------- Quite a strong start, very smokey, bit 'angsty', she does not really sound like any other artist that comes to mind, maybe an octave higher than Billie Holliday. 2. You Sent Me Flying Interesting, eclectic mix of instrumental (bit long), sultry vocals and a bit of Bossa Nova, bit long, not the best track on the album. 3. Know You Know Loveley, funky, soul jazz combo, Simon ...

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...her drug and drink problems. Frank was her first album, which I really loved. I've only just dug it back out and I was suprised by how witty, clever and talented Amy used to be before drugs got to her. Frank opens with "Stronger Than Me", a scathing song directed at a boyfriend. Amy throws insults at him in a witty and unforgiving fashion, questioning his manhood and sexuality, spelling out in no uncertain terms that she doesn't view theirs as a ...
...focus of this album the frank and honest lyrics rather than the subdued jazz accompaniments. "You Sent Me Flying", the second track, is a highlight of the album for me - there is a certain vulnerability in the lyrics as she sings about being rejected by a romantic prospect for being too young. The same gutsy attitude and honesty is still evident, though, with Amy singing about how her "pride is not easily disturbed". This track also includes a ...

louiseypees 08.10.2008 · Read full review
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...distinguisahble vocalists. Reviewing Frank her debut album; I will endeavor to be Frank. I am not going to say anything about her public persona as I dont think this is the most interesting or special thing about this lady. I sometimes feel like the media concentrates far too much on the behaviour of a given star instead on really just how good an artist they. In this case I will agree she is probably a bitch (as many of my friends try to convince ...
...friends who went to my school (same school as Amy) and were in her year (she is a few years younger than me). But I really dont think this should bare any relevance on her clear abilities as a song writer and vocalist. Her vocals are best descrived as Jazz R&B and her voice is really strong as well as subtle depending on the desired effect of the song and deliverance of the lyrics. Although her vocals are really distinguishable from women in her ...

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...chord Amy demands your attention. Frank certainly doesn't make easy listening, but with its 'Frank', comical and often poignantly accurate lyrics it engages with the listener on a musical as well as lyrical level. What is interesting about the album is that far from going down the route of performing old classics, Amy has written new songs that encompass other styles, from hip-hop to old school jazz, to reggae. This means the music is fresh and ...
...in control/All I need is for my man to live up to his role'. Frank lives up to its name and maintains its originality throughout. Winehouse can only be praised for creating something fresh that people will really connect with. A fantastic debut - experience it now. ...

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...accepted - but listening to Frank left me feeling almost angry that with 'Back to Black' she'd veered more to the pop-y, side. Amy's vocal qualities are in many ways softer & less harsh than what we're used to from her more recent material, but every bit as powerful and beautifully capturing. Stand out tracks include 'Stronger than Me', 'F*** Me Pumps' and 'What Is It About Men', which give me confirmation that it truly is a first class album, as ...

1Mina 06.08.2008 · Read full review
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I bought this album about six months ago and to be honest its the main album I listen to - I enjoy listening to it when I need to relax. There are so many stunning songs on here, from Love is Blind to In my Bed. However the song that i like the most is "Take the Box". Her voice is refreshing because she can actually SING, unlike a lot of other artists out there today! Its unlike any of the albums out there because its in her style. She shows lots ...
...can also deliver a really gentle song like "No Greater Love". I really recommend buying this album, you wont be able to stop listening to it, although it is definitely a "grower". I think she really deserved a Brit last year for best newcomer (i think that was what she was up for!) and she'll definitely be around for a while yet! go and buy it now! ...

poptart86 03.03.2005 · Read full review
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this album is definitely one of the best albums i have ever owned! each song has amazing lyrics & a unique sound, Amy really has captured the best of her talent in this album with a more jazzier & vocal style than Back To Black it really is yet another outstanding masterpiece from the amazingly talented Miss Winehouse. A definite entry to the car cd collection guaranteed to lift your mood stuck in those nasty traffic jams. ...

julie-reviewmistress 26.10.2008
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This is a emerging singer from the UK, that is breaking her way via her 1srt, and quite surprinsingly new album.With a background in jazz, Amy fleas her music directly in the heart of the music fans. May God save the Queen, after she hear those tracks such as "Stronger than Me" and "Love is Blind".They are ,in my opinion the cherry on top of the cake. The album is called "Frank" and is consistent , focused and most amazing, lives up for the beauty ...

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