Amy Jade Winehouse (14 September 1983 – 23 July 2011) was an English singer and songwriter known for her powerful deep contralto vocals  and her eclectic mix of musical genres including R&B, soul and jazz.

Winehouse died of alcohol poisoning on 23 July 2011. Her album Back to Black subsequently became the UK's best selling album of the 21st century.

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amy_Winehouse