Amy gets Simpsons roll

Amy Winehouse will appear in an episode of "The Simpsons" next year, it has been claimed.

She is expected to follow in the footsteps of Metallica, Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, REM, The White Stripes and Smashing Pumpkins by featuring on the show.

Few details have been revealed about her appearance, which comes after the debauched UK star made considerable commercial strides in the US.

A show 'source' explained: "Amy is huge in America right now. She was asked if she would consider making an appearance on the show and she agreed. Apparently she is a big fan.

"There aren't many details about the episode yet, but we do know she meets Lisa in a blues bar and teaches her how to sing."