Roots to Grow
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Roots to Grow is the second studio album
by Swiss
singer Stefanie Heinzmann
, released by Universal Music Domestic on September 11, 2009 (see 2009 in music
) in German-speaking Europe
. The singer teamed up again with producers Paul NZA and Marek Pompetzki to work on the majority of the album, which features songwriting credits by Joss Stone
, Rick Nowels
, Guy Chambers
, Lucie Silvas
, SoShy and Bryn Christopher
, among others, and collaborations with singers such as Gentleman
and Ronan Keating
.
Roots to Grow reached number four on the Swiss Albums Chart and made it to the top twenty in Germany, but was less successful than its predecessor Masterplan
(2008). Leading single "No One (Can Ever Change My Mind)" peaked at number twenty-seven on the Swiss Singles Chart.
Deluxe edition bonus track
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Studio album
A studio album is an album made up of tracks recorded in the controlled environment of a recording studio. A studio album contains newly written and recorded or previously unreleased or remixed material, distinguishing itself from a compilation or reissue album of previously recorded material, or...
by Swiss
Switzerland
Switzerland name of one of the Swiss cantons. ; ; ; or ), in its full name the Swiss Confederation , is a federal republic consisting of 26 cantons, with Bern as the seat of the federal authorities. The country is situated in Western Europe,Or Central Europe depending on the definition....
singer Stefanie Heinzmann
Stefanie Heinzmann
Stefanie Fabienne Heinzmann is a Swiss soul and pop singer. She gained public interest in early 2008 when she won SSDSDSSWEMUGABRTLAD, a talent contest hosted in Stefan Raab's Late-Night-Show TV total on the German ProSieben network.Following her win, Heinzmann subsequently released her debut...
, released by Universal Music Domestic on September 11, 2009 (see 2009 in music
2009 in music
The following is a list of notable events and releases in 2009 in music. Susan Boyle's album I Dreamed a Dream became the biggest selling album in the world for 2009, selling 8.3 million copies in five weeks; more than any other artist's in the whole year...
) in German-speaking Europe
German-speaking Europe
The German language is spoken in a number of countries and territories in West, Central and Eastern Europe...
. The singer teamed up again with producers Paul NZA and Marek Pompetzki to work on the majority of the album, which features songwriting credits by Joss Stone
Joss Stone
Jocelyn Eve Stoker , better known by her stage name Joss Stone, is an English soul singer-songwriter and actress. Stone rose to fame in late 2003 with her multi-platinum debut album, The Soul Sessions, which made the 2004 Mercury Prize shortlist...
, Rick Nowels
Rick Nowels
Richard Wright Nowels Jr. is a Grammy / Ivor Novello award-winning songwriter/producer who has worked with many of the most vibrant artists in contemporary music...
, Guy Chambers
Guy Chambers
Guy Chambers is an English songwriter and record producer, perhaps best known for his long partnership with Robbie Williams.- Biography :...
, Lucie Silvas
Lucie Silvas
Lucie Silvas is a British singer-songwriter.- Early life :...
, SoShy and Bryn Christopher
Bryn Christopher
Bryn Christopher is a British singer-songwriter.- Influences :Bryn cites his influences as greats such as Otis Redding, Sam Cooke, Nina Simone and Stevie Wonder.- Early years :...
, among others, and collaborations with singers such as Gentleman
Gentleman (musician)
Tilmann Otto , better known by his stage name Gentleman, is a German Reggae musician.- Personal life :...
and Ronan Keating
Ronan Keating
Ronan Patrick John Keating is an Irish recording artist, singer-songwriter, musician, and philanthropist. Keating debuted on the professional music scene alongside Keith Duffy, Mikey Graham, Shane Lynch and Stephen Gately, in 1994 as the lead singer of Boyzone. His solo career started in 1999, and...
.
Roots to Grow reached number four on the Swiss Albums Chart and made it to the top twenty in Germany, but was less successful than its predecessor Masterplan
Masterplan (Stefanie Heinzmann album)
Masterplan is the first studio album by Swiss singer Stefanie Heinzmann. It was released by Universal Music Domestic on March 7, 2008 in German-speaking Europe, after she won the television talent show SSDSDSSWEMUGABRTLAD. The album was mainly produced by Paul NZA and Marek Pompetzki...
(2008). Leading single "No One (Can Ever Change My Mind)" peaked at number twenty-seven on the Swiss Singles Chart.
Track listing
- "Bag It Up" (Luc Leroy, Yann Mace, Robin Jenssen, Ronny Svendsen, Nermin Harambasic, Anne Judith Wik ) - 3:09
- "No One (Can Ever Change My Mind)" (Marek Pompetzki, Alice Gernandt, Paul-NZA) - 3:35
- "Bet That I’m Better" (Shelly PooleShelly PooleShelly Poole is an English songwriter and singer.-Career:Shelly Poole is the daughter of the 1960s recording artist Brian Poole, of Brian Poole and the Tremeloes, and learned to read and write music at an early age. With her sister Karen, she formed the duo band, Alisha's Attic, in 1989...
, Tommy D., Bryn ChristopherBryn ChristopherBryn Christopher is a British singer-songwriter.- Influences :Bryn cites his influences as greats such as Otis Redding, Sam Cooke, Nina Simone and Stevie Wonder.- Early years :...
) - 2:56 - "How Does It Feel" (Paul-NZA, Marek Pompetzki, Michel Zitron) - 4:08
- “Unbreakable" (Joss StoneJoss StoneJocelyn Eve Stoker , better known by her stage name Joss Stone, is an English soul singer-songwriter and actress. Stone rose to fame in late 2003 with her multi-platinum debut album, The Soul Sessions, which made the 2004 Mercury Prize shortlist...
, Rick NowelsRick NowelsRichard Wright Nowels Jr. is a Grammy / Ivor Novello award-winning songwriter/producer who has worked with many of the most vibrant artists in contemporary music...
) - 4:03 - "World on Fire" (Blair Mackichan, Guy ChambersGuy ChambersGuy Chambers is an English songwriter and record producer, perhaps best known for his long partnership with Robbie Williams.- Biography :...
) - 3:02 - "Love Fever" (Alice Gernandt, Marek Pompetzki, Paul-NZA) - 3:18
- "Roots to Grow" (featuring GentlemanGentleman (musician)Tilmann Otto , better known by his stage name Gentleman, is a German Reggae musician.- Personal life :...
) (Tilmann OttoGentleman (musician)Tilmann Otto , better known by his stage name Gentleman, is a German Reggae musician.- Personal life :...
, Peter Vale) - 3:25 - "There’s a Reason" (Marek Pompetzki, Kim SandersKim SandersKim Sanders is an African American singer and songwriter based in Germany. Sanders began to release singles as a solo artist in 1994 and wrote songs for other musicians. In 1993 and '94 she released three of her singles: "Show Me", "Tell Me That You Want Me" and "Ride". In 1998, Sanders was the...
, Paul SimmPaul SimmPaul Simm is an English musician, composer and record producer, known for his work with Amy Winehouse, The Sugababes and Neneh Cherry.-Biography:...
) - 3:25 - "No Substitute" (Ben Kohn, James Murray, Gavin Jones, Tom Barnes, Peter Kelleher) - 3:33
- "Stop" (Michel Zitron, Kim Sanders, Marek Pompetzki, Paul-NZA) - 3:35
- "How Things Change" (Tommy Lee JamesTommy Lee JamesTommy Lee James is an American country music songwriter and record producer. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, he is originally from Roanoke, Virginia. He graduated from Northside High School then attended Radford University where he studied voice...
, Lucie SilvasLucie SilvasLucie Silvas is a British singer-songwriter.- Early life :...
) - 3:08 - "I Don’t Know How to Hurt You" (Lone Proneur, Deborah Epstein, Walter Turbitt) - 3:45
- "Wasting My Time" (Bryn Christopher, Andy Murray, Christian Ballard, Brian Harris, Russ BallardRuss BallardRussell Glyn Ballard is an English singer, songwriter and musician.-Career:Ballard was initially a guitarist with Buster Meikle & The Day Breakers in 1961, together with Roy Ballard, Russ's older brother on piano and Bob Henrit on drums...
) - 3:23
Deluxe edition bonus track
Bonus track
In terms of recorded music, a bonus track is a piece of music which has been included on specific releases or reissues of an album. This is most often done as a promotional device, either as an incentive to customers to purchase albums they might otherwise not, or to repurchase albums they already...
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- "Ain't No Mountain High EnoughAin't No Mountain High Enough"Ain't No Mountain High Enough" is an R&B/soul song written by Nickolas Ashford & Valerie Simpson in 1966 for the Tamla Motown label. The composition was first successful as a 1967 hit single recorded by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, becoming a hit again in 1970 when recorded by former Supremes...
" (featuring Ronan KeatingRonan KeatingRonan Patrick John Keating is an Irish recording artist, singer-songwriter, musician, and philanthropist. Keating debuted on the professional music scene alongside Keith Duffy, Mikey Graham, Shane Lynch and Stephen Gately, in 1994 as the lead singer of Boyzone. His solo career started in 1999, and...
) (Nickolas Ashford, Valerie SimpsonAshford & SimpsonNickolas Ashford , and Valerie Simpson , were a husband and wife songwriting/production team and recording artists....
) - 2:42 - "Since You've Been Gone (Baby, Baby, Sweet Baby)" (featuring Tower of PowerTower of PowerTower of Power is an American R&B-based horn section and band, originating in Oakland, California, that has been performing for over 43 years. They are best known for their funky soul sound highlighted by a powerful horn section...
) (Aretha FranklinAretha FranklinAretha Louise Franklin is an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. Although known for her soul recordings and referred to as The Queen of Soul, Franklin is also adept at jazz, blues, R&B, gospel music, and rock. Rolling Stone magazine ranked her atop its list of The Greatest Singers of All...
, Ted WhiteTed WhiteTed White may refer to:* Ted White , American science fiction author* Ted White , American stuntman* Ted White * Ted White , Canadian politician...
) - 4:09
Charts
| Chart (2009) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Austrian Albums Chart | 41 |
| German Albums Chart Media Control Charts The official music charts in Germany are gathered and published by the company Media Control GfK International on behalf of Bundesverband Musikindustrie... |
13 |
| Swiss Albums Chart | 4 |
Year-end charts
| Chart (2009) | Position |
|---|---|
| Swiss Albums Chart | 91 |