Released: 30/04/21
Scottish singer-songwriter Paolo Nutini’s 2006 debut featured songs written before age 18, marked by confessional lyrics, melodic skill, and raw yet polished production. Singles like “New Shoes” and “Jenny Don’t Be Hasty” blended rock classicism with youthful attitude and romanticism.
His sophomore album, Sunny Side Up, shows significant growth, with a broader musical range and more sophisticated lyrics. Initially recorded with his band, the Vipers, and self-produced, the sessions were later refined by Ethan Johns, blending American and Scottish pop and folk influences into a fresh sound.