Mark Ronson Leads Amy Winehouse 'Back to Black' Tribute Concert — SkimNews
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- Mark Ronson, Jessie Reyez, and Corinne Bailey Rae headlined a tribute concert for Amy Winehouse at London's Roundhouse, performing the 11 tracks from her 'Back to Black' album.
- The concert was backed by the album's original producers, Ronson and Salaam Remi, and the Amy Winehouse Band, led by her former bassist Dale Davis.
- The Roundhouse was the last venue Winehouse performed at before her death in July 2011.
- The full concert will be broadcast on the BBC later this month as part of a larger celebration of the singer.
- A deluxe 20th anniversary edition of the 'Back to Black' album is scheduled for release on Friday.
Why it matters: The event honors Winehouse's legacy on a major anniversary, directly involving her original collaborators to ensure authenticity. It provides a televised memorial for fans and coincides with a new album release, sustaining her cultural and commercial impact two decades after her breakthrough.
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