BBC Sound of 2009: VV Brown

Fifteen of the best rising music stars were announced as the longlist for the BBC's Sound of 2009.

The Big Pink Empire of the Sun Kid Cudi Little Boots Passion Pit

Dan Black Florence and the Machine La Roux Master Shortie The Temper Trap

VV Brown Frankmusik Lady GaGa Mumford & Sons White Lies

VV BROWN

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Watch VV Brown perform Crying Blood

VV Brown is a 24-year-old modern-day doyen of doo-wop, giving the sound of vintage girl groups a 21st Century twist with a quirky, savvy, squeaky sheen.

As Vanessa, she had a previous shot at fame three years ago as a straight-up soul singer. She sang backing vocals for Madonna, Westlife and the Pussycat Dolls, and signed a major record deal - but that fell through.

VV Brown on Later... with Jools Holland

VV Brown on MySpace