This sophomore Stone disc presents a deep stack of all-original soul songs that finds the Devon, England vocalist and her crew sounding a bit more contemporary. "You Had Me" pairs Stone's powerful voice with a clavinet, a dash of strings, and a funky beat for a track that wouldn't be out of place on a Beyonce record. The down-tempo material also works well, whether it's the call-and response slow jam "Jet Lag" or "Right to Be Wrong," with its Muscle Shoals vibe of crisp guitar licks and laidback organ. The UK native also successfully dabbles in reggae (the loping "Less Is More") and more gospel-flavored fare (the uplifting "Security"), stretching her expressive pipes beyond the emotive R&B that made her famous. With confidence and class, Stone secures her star status on MIND, BODY & SOUL.
For MIND, BODY & SOUL, released only a year after her 2003 debut, THE SOUL SESSIONS, Joss Stone conveys an incredible degree of musical maturity that goes far beyond her 17 years. Wisely, Stone reunites with many of the same R&B/soul names that helped make her first recording such a success, including Betty Wright, Latimore, and Timmy Thomas.
Personnel: Joss Stone (vocals); Nile Rodgers, A.J. Niilo (guitar); Tom "Bones" Malone (flugelhorn); Timmy Thomas, Benny Latimore (piano); Nir Zidkiyahu (Fender Rhodes piano, synthesizer); Angelo Morris, Angie Stone (Fender Rhodes piano); Raymond Angry (Clavinet, Hammond b-3 organ, Moog synthesizer); Jack Daley (bass guitar); Cindy Blackman, ?uestlove (drums); Mike Mangini (programming); Betty Wright (background vocals).
Rolling Stone (p.99) - 3 stars out of 5 - "As on her last album, tasteful retro organs and wah-wah dominate this batch of originals....One of the strongest moments is a collaboration with songwriting legend Lamont Dozier..." Uncut (p.98) - 3 stars out of 5 - "Stone's technical prowess is unquestionable..." Vibe (p.166) - 3 1/2 discs out of 5 - "[D]eeply refreshing. Her capacity to summon a glorious, earthy past never feels like a nostalgia trip....Her enthusiasm makes it all feel new."
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This is Just Awesome Joss Stone is the one who made me like Soul Music, She Hast A great voice (especially for a white lady).
Mind, Body & Soul is just one of my favourite albums - i think it's just superb and one of the best albums made by a UK singer... Submitted by Melik21 (Istanbul, Turkey) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Different Direction this album was the best i have ever heard. and im speaking legends also. i did not skip a track and i still dont. its amazing. vocals are amazing and so are the lyrics. the whole idea of each one of those songs takes you in a whole different direction from other artists but still has you attached. shes an amazing star. when this cd FIRST came out last year it was 11.99 but now its 20 at retail stores. shes extremely under rated. i wish everybody could get a copy of this album and hear this youngen go. shes captures you from the beggining to the end. especially the bonus song. its amazing its not even listed or even mentioned but i heard it i was in awe. BEAUTIFUL cd . every word. you cannot help but be addicted. BUY HER ALBUM ITS WORTH EVERY PENNY. you will wanna send her more money because you'll feel this cd was sold toooooooo cheap for the beyond decent hour and so of pleasure she gives to your mind, body and soul Submitted by volly_ball_sport (Vancouver, BC, CA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Real Good I believe Joss is a great singer and she has such a mature voice for a teenager. Submitted by brenda (Barbados) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Excelente!!!! Este cd es muy bueno es otro nivel de musica y tiene una voz increible.Quien disfruta de la musica soul no puede dejar de tenerlo. Submitted by Fabiola (Valdivia, Chile) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
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