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Joss StoneMind, Body & Soul S-Curve/Virgin/EMI There has long been a trend of white singers singing soul and r'n'b music which has come to be known as 'blue eyed soul.' Artists such as Justin Timberlake, Sarah Whitemore, Vanessa Marquez and Fergie from the Black Eye Peas are just some of the genre's recent agents. Joss Stone is perhaps prime among them after her spectacular 2003 debut album, 'The Soul Sessions.' Who imagined that a white, hippie, English 16 year old was the person behind such a soulful, powerful voice? Unlike her first album, which consisted of covers of past soul, jazz and r'n'b songs, Stone decided to produce more original tracks in this album. However, 'Mind, Body & Soul' still utilises the soulful, jazz based r'n'b that her fans love. Stone did however attempt to expand her horizons. The funky, angst-filled You Had Me is the album's first release and should gives listeners a new perspective on Stone's musical versatility. Less Is More allowed Stone to delve into the realms of reggae music, which she pulls off competently, if not spectacularly. If an artist's debut album creates so much impact and notoriety, it seems difficult for that artist to deliver a sophomore album with the same effect; and this was the case with Stone. Despite 'Mind, Body & Soul' continuing to showcase her tremendous vocal talents, it just echoes what listeners have already come to expect from her. However, 'Mind, Body & Soul' is still a good album: there's just no denying the unbelievable talent and soul that Stone possesses. I just hope that she explores more musical realms throughout her career.  |
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