Anna Calvi | C+

Anna Calvi is the latest of a slew of British exports to break into the international music scene. Having completed tours with Interpol and Nick Cave's Grinderman, as well as being included on the BBC's prestigious Sound of 2011 list, Calvi's self-titled debut album is set to impress. Her deep, buttery voice is a pleasant alternative from other Brits. Florence Welch (of Florence and the Machine), Amy Winehouse, Duffy and Pixie Lott sound screechy and abrasive in comparison.

Opening the album with an instrumental, "Rider to the Sea" not only showcases Calvi's dexterous guitar skills, but the track also is a nod to her flamenco and classical roots. "Suzanne and I" is a prime example of her luxurious voice. With smooth vocals that simply fall out of her mouth, Calvi seems to draw her music from a purer source than today's auto-tune top 10.

The singer/songwriter's inspirations are obvious, with "Desire" echoing the style of Nick Cave and "No More Words" alluding to a time when Diana Krall reigned. Even Chris Isaak can be felt behind the hollow guitar on "I'll Be Your Man."

However, Anna Calvi is not an album that can happily dwell in the background. Her haunting style commands the listener's full attention, most noticeably, "The Devil," which features Calvi repeatedly howling, "the devil will come."A versatile yet cohesive album, the debut showcases the Brit's song writing skills as well as her musicianship. Anna Calvi will resonate long after the music ends.