Duffy | “Mercy”
Expect to be hearing BIG things in the coming months about British retro-soul songstress, Duffy, after she drops her new single “Mercy” on February 25th. The 23-year old Welsh singer, who has drawn comparisons to Dusty Springfield already sold out most of her forthcoming UK tour. While I dig the retro-soul/R&B stylings and backing vocals, I’m not 100% sold on Duffy’s voice – it can be a bit nasal-y at times. Other than that, “Mercy,” is a solid track that might leave most of us asking, “Amy Who?” by the end of 2008 (unless you’re already saying that). Full-length due in the UK in March followed by a U.S. release in May.
[MP3]: Duffy ”Mercy”
Single, A&M/Rough Trade; 2008
Check out the video for “Mercy” below, complete with Northern Soul style dancing.
