I know many are yet to blog about this heartbreaking event, and scores of people probably have already, but I am sincerely saddened by the passing of arguably one of thee greatest musicians of our time. Amy Winehouse. The name itself has a life of its own, and although the media have created a global image of the deceased star which could easily be misconstrued as much as it is goose-pimple inducing, my sentiments for the eternal Winehouse will forever be laced with a great respect for her as a remarkable artist. I pray that we not forget the magic she spun in songs like You Sent Me Flying and the infectious Rehab (below).
A life lost at the tender ripe age of 27, she goes down in history with other honoured greats like the greatest guitarist of all time, Jimi Hendrix, and first lady of Rock ‘n Roll, Janis Joplin.
Jimi Hendrix
Janis JoplinJanice Joplin performs one of my favourite Alternative songs, Cry Baby. I love this song mainly for the powerful message it carries (of embracing and not taking for granted where one is and what one has) and the undeniable gritty, passionate performance she gives.
Amy’s first performance at Glastonbury in 2004. She would give her last in 2008.
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