Duffy: Rockferry (LP)

The Observer Music Monthly recently wrote about “Rockferry” that “it sends shivers down your spine with its enchanting charm.” Duffy is one of the most promising young musicians from the UK. With “Rockferry,” she is now releasing her debut album. Drawing on the music of her childhood while remaining thoroughly modern, her romantic songs are infused with soul, nostalgia, and a gritty blues feel that clashes with the harsh sounds of modern life. Backed by a six-piece band—Ben. E., Mr. T, Sgt. Meadows, Greeno, Ayo, and Karlos—Duffy’s sound can be described as both nostalgic and timeless. “I write all my songs first without instruments, a cappella, and then I build everything else around them later. That’s how we create this classic retro sound.” - Duffy - The Next Best Thing! - Actually, no one doubts that we’re looking at the next Amy Winehouse success story here. - Duffy, a 23-year-old from North Wales, was ranked at the very top of the 2008 BBC New Music Poll, which had previously predicted the success of Mika, Keane, and the Kaiser Chiefs. - Her single “Mercy” reached No. 1 on the UK singles chart based solely on download sales—a feat previously achieved only by Gnarls Barkley and Mika. - The blonde singer, with her dreamy BB look, wowed music fans and industry experts alike at an exclusive showcase in Berlin in January. - The 10 songs on her debut album “Rockferry,” now available, were created through a meticulous, long-standing collaboration with Bernard Butler (Suede). - Duffy’s music is modern and soulful, yet at the same time nostalgic and timeless. - She sounds like a modern version of Cilla Black, Dusty Springfield, and Petula Clark, thus carrying on a great legacy. Originally released in March 2008, “Rockferry” became one of the defining albums of the decade. The album blends timeless soul with influences from pop and blues, all delivered through Duffy’s unmistakable voice. It debuted at No. 1 on the UK album charts, remained at the top for five weeks, and spent an impressive total of 102 weeks on the charts. The album sold more than 2 million copies in the United Kingdom, making it one of the best-selling albums of the century in the UK. Worldwide, more than 7 million copies were sold. In the UK, “Rockferry” was certified 7x Platinum and also achieved multiple Platinum certifications in numerous European countries and beyond. This black vinyl LP contains 10 tracks.