When a record has the billing “The hottest record in the world right now” your either cringe or open up to be converted. 19 year old Adele from London is cited as one of the next big things and in Hometown Glory she produces a display of raw class if such a thing exists. A voice with more balls than Dido, and as much attitude as Bjork she is well supported by the production on this record where her vocals glide over piano and strings. Best For Last takes her down a less commercial route into Billie Holiday mode but nonetheless shows her style off even more than in Hometown Glory. A recent appearance on Later with Jools confirms her pedigree. Catch her in small venues while you can.
