Katie Melua - Call Off the Search (Deluxe Edition) (2023 Remaster)

Katie Melua - Call Off the Search (Deluxe Edition) (2023 Remaster) / Double vinyl LP pressing. Deluxe 20th anniversary edition. Katie Melua's debut album, 'Call Off The Search,' instantly established her as a remarkable new talent. Celebrating it's 20th anniversary this year, the album showcased her unique vocal style, blending jazz, blues, and folk influences with contemporary pop sensibilities. The album was co-written and produced by Mike Batt, who played a crucial role in crafting the album's lush and sophisticated sound. The central theme of 'Call Off The Search' revolves around love and self-discovery, expressed through a collection of heartfelt and introspective songs, including lead single, 'The Closest Thing to Crazy,' which immediately captured audiences worldwide with it's emotive delivery and captivating melody. Critics and listeners alike praised the album for it's mature and soulful sound, especially considering Katie Melua was just 19 years old at the time of it's release.