Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful? (CD)

With a strong, sultry voice combined with 50s pin-up girl style, Paloma Faith has all the ingredients of a chart-topping singer. Her debut album Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful? is an instant ear-grabber from the moment you press play.

The half-Spanish, half-British performer has worked as a magician's assistant, dancer and actress among other things, and her musical influences are as diverse, including Billie Holiday, Etta James, PJ Harvey and Edith Piaf.

The album tracks are sumptuously produced for a contemporary artist, and reminiscent of classic productions of years past.

Opening song and first single Stone Cold Sober is a grand soul number that is also supremely danceable. This is followed by the sweeping Smoke and Mirrors, a jazzy track that will likely become a karaoke favourite.

The title track is a soulful number that brings to mind 1930s speakeasies, images of Shanghai's Bund and swinging sophistication and glamour.

This is a unique album and very pleasant listening experience that combines the jazz band style of the Cotton Club with modern pop in an interesting musical fusion.

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