Amy Macdonald, whose debut album 'This Is The Life' made her one of the world's most successful British female singer-songwriters, releases her new album “A Curious Thing” today.

'This Is The Life' went to Number 1 in five countries, including the UK, has achieved platinum or multi-platinum status in 12 countries and has sold three million copies globally. The title track hit Number 1 as a single in 10 countries, and she's had combined single sales of over 2 million.

Amy's new album was recorded at Paul Weller's Black Barn Studios, in Ripley, Surrey, and the man himself features on the album. The first single will be 'Don't Tell Me That It's Over', has been a huge success at community radio (as an exclusive) and now moves over to regional radio.

Since the release of 'This Is The Life' in 2007 Amy has gigged constantly, played to huge festival crowds all over Europe, met many of her idols, won numerous awards across Europe and quietly worked her way to being one of the UK's biggest musical exports of recent years. Amy has been in the German, Swiss and Dutch charts for over a year with her debut album.

"At the start of all this, I wouldn't have believed you if you'd have told me how successful This Is The Life would be," said Amy. "The last couple of years have been a mixture of hard work and great fun and I'm so grateful for all the support I've had, especially at home in Scotland. I'm really excited to be back on home soil with the new album ready and gigs to play. I can't wait to get back out there."