Joss Stone

Not to overstate it, but this is a fantastic release. Maybe diehard fans might balk but as a musician the artistry shown here is exquisite.

I was turned on to "Possibilities" by the Cable/DVD video documentary chronicling the making of this recording.

A very popular production tool these days, letting top musical performers invite other artists to join in the making of a new album by contributing diverse talents, unique styles, etc. creating new and exciting sounds.

Will definitely recommend to friends and fellow musicians!

This is one clean recording! Herbie chose special artists which added a unique touch to the different types of music recorded. Definitely a CD to treasure.... :>)

this cd is fantastic, this cd might of been put out in 2006 but when I seen the Documentary on this I could not wait to get it & it has been truly a reward...EXCELLENT!!!!

This CD is absolutely great. The mix of artist's and style's, along great song choice for each artist is to be savored over and over. Just can't seem to stop listening to it all the time. I highly recommend to anyone who likes to listen to great music and musician's at the top of their craft.

Possibilities
From 2007 this has got to be one of the best. We can't what to get the 2008 release...

I have been a fan of Joss' music since she hit the scene. Despite the perfect vocals, her lyrics are very emotional and smart. I really like her musical influence, and collaborations, especially on this album.
Joss stated herself that "Introducing...." was exactly what she wanted to do, a completely independant album. She wrote herself all the songs, which was not the case on the previous two albums.

I listen to this album constantly, and I really can't get enough of it! It's her best one yet!

One of y boyfriends favorite songs is on this CD which is what got me to purchuse this CD. After receiving it I found it to have a lot of good songs. This is one that I enjoy.

Joss Stone is an original. Her gritty, visceral, sensual voice is unforgettable. It is amazing to hear a young, white British female vocalist sing R & B. I first heard Joss Stone in July 2007 during the special televised fund-raiser sponsored by Prince William and Prince Harry on behalf of Princess Diana on her birthday. Next, I heard Joss Stone sing "Put Your Hands on Me" on Jimmy Kimmel Live. It was then I knew I had to buy some of her music.

My favorite tracks on this CD are: "Tell Me 'bout It", "Put Your Hands on Me", "Baby, Baby, Baby", "Tell Me What We Gonna Do Now", "Bruised but not Broken", and "What Were We Thinking". Most of the lyrics are written by Joss Stone and Rapheal Saddiq (one of the muscians) which proves she is multi-talented and creative. Her down-to-earth, tell-it-like-it-is style is highly appealing. Her smoky, sultry voice is unforgettable. I deduct one star for the Intro called "Change" done by Vinnie Jones which detracts from quality of the CD. It is a turn off and does not set a good example for the contents of the CD, most of which is excellent. Erika Borsos [pepper flower]

everything i could hope for and more; i have her earlier cd's and this stands up to them; the girl rocks

I saw Joss Stone on The Graham Norton Show and her beautiful soul-filled voice was captivating. My favorite songs are "Tell Me 'Bout It", "Tell Me What We're Gonna Do Now" and "Put Your Hands On Me", but they are all really good.

this was a surprise album for me. i still listen to it. when i first heard a song on the radio i didn't realize that she was white. her voice is very strong, it's been in heavy rotation with me ever since. i have her other two albums and they are just as good.

JOSS ROCKS - SHE IS AN OLD SOUL IN A YOUNG GIRLS BODY...AND CAN SING !

Not many 16-year-olds can carry this kind of tune. Sure, you have your Christina Aguilera's who have proved at a very young age to have the `Mariah Carey' pipes, but Joss Stone is a different breed of singer. Stone is much more than belting lyrics and showing displays of vocal range; Stone is pure, unadulterated soul. At the ripe old age of 16 this British bombshell (I can say that now that she is `legal') dropped this beautiful compilation of lesser-known soul classics on the unsuspecting public, and while I much prefer her showier work that followed you can't help but realize her blessed talent. Compared to greats like Aretha Franklin and Betty Wright, Joss Stone is probably one of the freshest and more talented faces in the music industry today.

`The Soul Sessions' finds Stone maneuvering with grace through some soul classics. While I'm not a fan of every track on the album there is no denying the fact that she sounds impeccable on each and every one. When I think of Joss I immediately think of her infectious and piercing vocals, and so it's songs like `Super Duper Love' (which she NAILS) and `Fell in Love With a (Boy)'. When I hear that beat set in and her voice elevating the music I just get shivers. It's like being in the presence of greatness. Joss has such a mature and controlled voice it's hard not to be taken aback by its power. `Fell in Love With a (Boy)' (a cover of a `White Stripes' track) may very well be the best track on the album. It just has the perfect vibe and Joss' silky smooth delivery is marvelous; the way she says `fleeting' alone makes my mouth water with excitement.

Probably the most recognizable cover here is `Some Kind of Wonderful'. This is a good and bad thing. It's a good thing in that many first time listeners will immediately start bobbing their heads and getting into the groove because they know the lyrics; but it's a bad thing in that almost everyone will immediately start making comparisons and pitting the original against Joss' version, and sadly for some weird reason this track just doesn't stack up. It seems a little too laid-back, a little too slow and tempered. I would have expected Joss to really take off with this one. It ends on a good note, but it takes a while to get there.

The opening track `Choking Kind' is masterfully done. It shows the listener right off the bat what they are to expect from this beauty. She has the goods to back up the hype; that's for sure. The way her voice deepens when taking on the slow jam is as seductive as it is reassuring. She really has a genuine talent. Her voice is `wise beyond her years' so-to-speak. You hear the term `old soul' thrown around when considering singers of Joss' talent; a young star who possesses a fire that is stronger than the majority her age.

`I've Fallen in Love With You' is classic in every sense of the word. Joss sounds amazing, the band sounds amazing; the track is amazing. `All the King's Horses' follows the same structure, that funky vibe, and works well also.

The balance of the album consists of ballads; `Victim of a Foolish Heart' and `Dirty Man' being the better of the four. `Victim of a Foolish Heart' really emphasizes the maturity of Stone's vocals and serves as a delightful sneak peak of where this star is headed. `For the Love of You' seems to drags on a bit too long. Like I've said, Joss sounds flawless, but the song itself falls a little flat. `I Had a Dream' is short and sweet and while not a favorite of mine it manages to leave an impression.

In the end `The Soul Sessions' is a wonderful way to get to know Joss Stone. From these humble beginnings she only grew and became even more phenomenal, if that's possible. Her sophomore album `Mind, Body & Soul' is one of the best overall albums I've ever heard and even her latest album `Introducing Joss Stone' is marvelously done. Stone is definitely one the most talented young singers out today, and I can't wait to see her talent get brighter and brighter; she deserves it.

LOVED THE FAST SERVICE CD WAS IN GREAT SHAPE THANKS SO MUCH I WILL ORDER FROM YOU AGAIN

I am a Joss Stone fan. I didn't purchase her first two albums until recently, after buying her current release. To hear her voice and the feeling she adds to the old soul covers on this album makes you think she came up in the 60's or 70's.

The guidance of Betty Wright (The Clean-Up Woman) can be heard throughout the album, particularly on Super Duper Love. Her rendition of For The Love of You is something made for candlelight and wine. All in all this was one hell of a debut album. Please check out her other releases to notice her development.

Great CD. I bought it for my husband, he's always been a Fats fan and he loves it. All the artists did a wonderful job. Worth every penney.

If you are a fan of Fat's or the New Orleans sound you gotta purchase this CD. This is a veritable lovefest of the Fat man and it shows in the music. You can certainly tell these folks really cared about this man, his music and the City of New Orleans. The songs keep sounding better and better. The coolest thing, is the proceeds from the sale of this CD go toward buying new musical instruments for the students from N.O. public schools and also benefit other community programs. This is a win, win propostion.

LOVE THIS ALBUM - It is packed full of Fats Domino classics performed by some wonderful new artists and some legends of our own time. This CD brings back many memories of when I used to ride around in my first car with my Fats Domino 8 track. One of the best CDs I now own.

Diversified cast performs a lovely tribute one of the fathers of American music. Must have

The reason for this CD and the status of the man in the history of his city and rock 'n roll and the plight of New Orleans post Hurricane Katrina are not in doubt but judged on the musical content alone, this double CD offering does come across as a mixed bag overall I fear.

While some of the new recordings are great interpretations (Tom Petty, Lucinda Williams and Randy Newman) some are frankly disappointments (Elton John, Paul McCartney, Los Lobos and Lennie Kravitz), but given two discs worth the chances of getting a high level of consistency was always going to be a high goal. What is the real gem however is the existence of a number of alternative interpretations which come across as real finds - my own surprises being the two Robert Plant contributions (each very different and a precursor to his more recent work with Alsion Krause and T Bone Burnett) and Taj Mahal, Toots and the Maytals and Willie Nelson in putting their own personal stamp on their interpretations.

I was left feeling after several plays that judicious choice would have produced a killer single CD rather than a variable double such as we have here.

I don't remember when my brother introduced me to Joss Stone. I didn't take to her. I uploaded the album to iTunes and would occasionally return to see what my brother might have liked about her. Recently, after truly enjoying and finding myself very intrigued with Amy Winehouse, I coincidentally returned to Joss Stone, I suppose to try once again. Wow! I love Joss Stone! It took my enthusiasm for Amy Winehouse to appreciate Joss Stone. For me Stone's selections are hit and miss but I enjoy some of her songs so much I had to give the album five stars. Joss Stone is a bit more mellow, and her voice is more consistent than Amy's. Joss is less edgy than Amy. I enjoy Amy while jogging; I enjoy Joss with a glass of Scotch. I dance with Amy. I'm seduced by Joss. "Less is More" is my current Joss Stone favorite but that may change as I continue to absorb Winehouse and Stone.

Joss Stone has one of the most elegantly infectious voices of modern music; an old soul with a modern twist that is as refreshing as it is comforting in its familiar tone. Think Aretha Franklin with a seductive draw; Amy Winehouse with youthful vigor; Etta James with a hefty set of pipes. Joss Stone, despite her young age, has what it takes to hang with the big dogs so-to-speak and possesses enough maturity and refined talent that it's undeniable how amazing she truly is. She set the tone beautifully with her debut album of cover-songs `The Soul Sessions' and she made good on her promise by delivering `Mind, Body & Soul', one of my favorite albums ever released. From open to close this album is sublime.

The album opens beautifully with `Right to be Wrong', a track that immediately sets the pace for the album. It's soulful yet fresh, allowing the listener to grasp the direction Stone is taking her talent. Even better yet is the next track, `Jet Lag', which is so rich with lyrical imagery and mature delivery. The way Joss caresses each and every word seems to wrap the listener up in the warm comfort of her voice. She reaches highs of seduction on ballads like `Spoiled' where she draws in her man (as well as the listener) with her incomparable sensuality.

It's an amazing feat when a woman (or even man for that matter) can create such warm emotions with just the sound of their voice, just the soft tones and human emotions within their words. Just listen to `Security', a beautiful track that exemplifies Stone's grace and elegance.

The best example of this can be found in the closing track `Sleep Like a Child'. This song gives me chills of pleasure every time I give it a listen. Joss has never sounded so effortless and commanding as she does while lulling you into her trance. Her words melt into your ears and her enticement stimulates your mind, giving the listener very, very pleasant dreams.

Joss litters this album with classic soul tracks, bringing up-tempo beats and rhythmus to many of the tracks, which works beautifully for her. Songs like the albums first single `You Had Me' erupts with ferocity that befits her talent and exemplifies her vocal range. `Don't Cha Wanna Rock' embodies the feel and sound of the 70's with perfect precision, remaining fresh and spunky.

`Young At Heart' is one of my favorite tracks on the album. The beat is fantastic, soft and subtle and endearing, playing perfect companion to Joss' delivery. She soars here, keeping the listener pleased throughout. `Less is More' gives off a very `island' vibe, incorporating reggae into Joss' repertoire and it works beautifully. Her smooth vocals slip and slide all over the beat, coming off natural and deliciously decadent.

`Snakes and Ladders' is as creamy and sweet as frosting while `Torn and Tattered' takes her soul spunk and tones it down to give it more of a passionate edge. `Don't Know How' and `Understand' bring a certain rawness to this album, a rawness that only adds to the many layers of this brilliant follow-up. Lastly we have `Killing Time', a track that may be one of the perfect examples of all the Joss Stone truly is. The track is soft, simple, passionate and commanding; allowing Joss' voice to just carry the track to new heights.

In the end Joss has created utter perfection with her sophomore album `Mind, Body & Soul', an album that has no drawbacks and continues to get better and better with each and every listen. Joss' vocals have only improved and her every growing maturity has aided in her effortless delivery. This is truly an album for every library, a definitive soul album that cements Stone's status as one of our greatest new artists.

I just love... love ...love this CD!! I play it over and over again (neighbors might be tired of hearing it.)Her voice and stylings are great, especially on the oldie Chokin' Kind.

I loved her voice when I first heard her sing on "Good Morning America". I thought to myself "who is this girl and where did she come from?" I then realized she was very young for such awesome talent. She does back up for the Rolling Stones and many other top music artists. I believe she is only going to get better and better. I tell everyone I know who hasn't heard her music to get the CD, you will not regret it, trust me. Lori Pangborn, Grosse Pointe Park, MI

Joss Stone has one of the most soulful voices on the planet. SO very much talent! I venture to say she will only get better with age. While her vocals are spot on and perfect, I think she lacks the experience to convince the listener she has been there.

A must have sequel. Wonderful, entertaining and funny movie that stands on its own merit. Great to view in these days of stockmarket woes, job losses and overall gloom. At the end of a tough day, Bridget Jones can make you laugh and relax!!

I love Robbie Williams remake of Sade's "Love is King". This CD has a great list of songs you'll want to listen to over and over again!

What about the song that was playing when Bridget was in the water tripping on mushrooms? I LOVE that song! And I don't know the name of it or who does it. I listen to the clips here and it's not there!

Anyone know the name/artist for this song???

I actually got this CD because I LOVED the song "I Eat Dinner (When the hunger's gone)" when I heard it in the movie, and was so pleasantly surprised by the remainder of the soundtrack - I really enjoy Jamelia's 'Stop', and Mary J. Blige's cover of "Sorry seems to be the hardest word" is truly a portrait of painful sadness... I could go on about each song, but overall this soundtrack truly accomplishes what it set out to do - which is to tell the story of Bridget through song.... and it's A LOT of fun to listen to along the way!

Good mix of music from different genres with some songs "covered" by newer artists. They do a good job of re-doing ths songs in their own way without losing the original integrity of the song. Fun to listen to in the car while dealing with rush hour!

For everything I would have said, see the review by P. Baker-he literally said everything the way I would have said it.

Buy the album, the songs that are good are worth the price.

The only songs I can stand listening to on this album are Rooney's amazing "Death on Two Legs" and Sum 41's surprisingly good "Killer Queen."

Joss Stone's "Under Pressure" makes me sick.

Hardly the best Queen tribute album out there but some songs are worth listening... I might even dare to say that, in some cases, I enjoyed the cover versions more than the originals. Anyway, here's my 2 cents:

ONE STAR
We are the Champions, Under pressure
To me, the worst songs on the album. The whole soulish innuendos didn't do it to me. The chorus on 'Champions' is supposed to be inspiring, a tour de force if you will. Instead we get a poor, sluggish delivery and that just destroyed the whole vibe. As for, under pressure I skip it everytime it comes up; simply annoying.

TWO STARS
Sleeping on the sidewalk, Stone cold crazy
Didn't care too much for both these songs. Although the vibe on 'Sleeping' is entertaining at best, the song as a whole feels weak. 'Stone' should've been a no-brainer but instead these guys deliver a sluggish and boring version; the stripped the vibe of the original song!

THREE STARS
B.R. by Constantine, Good old fashioned lover boy
Watered down versions of the original songs and too much on the copy-paste side. They sould've taken more chances but it seems that they're lacking in the creativity department. Enjoyable at best.

FOUR STARS
Killer Queen: I was expecting a punk version or a major bomb but instead we get a reigned-in Sum 41. I liked the vibe and my only objection would be that the lack of pre-bends on the guitar solo.

'39: I liked this version better than the original and I think the production was right on the money. A nostalgic song with good vocal arrangements.

Play the game: Nice tune with some tweaks here and there. Didn't depart too much from the original. I liked the guitar-strummed parts at different parts of the song.

Death on two legs: These guys managed to capture the vibe of the original, cleaned it up and added a bit here and there for good measure. A cool song with the right delivery and attitude. Good work!

Tie your mother: A no-brainer vibe-wise and one of the most enjoyable songs of the album.

Crazy little thing called love: Ever wonder what this song would sound if The Cars covered it? Well, this song is not the best answer but there's a definite Cars vibe to it. It starts out slow but then picks up the pace. Thumbs up!

FIVE STARS
B.R. by Flaming Lips: Wow! I really liked the whole Strawberry-fields- forever-kinda-vibe and the arrangements as a whole. Makes the other coer version pale in comparison as far as arrangement and creativity goes. Amazing work!

Fat Bottomed girls: Excellent version! Arguably the best song on the whole album. These girls deliver a cheeky version with some folk vibes and take the song all the way home!

Who wants to live forever: This is a great example on how a cover should be done. These guys adapted the song to suit their style and a result we have a honest, bold and inspired tune. Excellent rendition!

UNDECIDED
Bycicle race: Hmmm... I don't know what to make of this one! It's either a bold, gutsy gem or a bomb. Quite a departure from the original and either the lyrics inspired them to play the cover this unkempt way or they were listening to a lot of Sonic Youth. Listen and decide!

Constantine's version of Bohemian Rhapsody is way too "paint-by-numbers" and dare I say weaker than the original. Just like most of the American Idol covers on TV. The Flaming Lips version is not for the faint of heart. The track could be on any of their albums from the mid-eighties to 1995. It's the Lips doing what they always do.
Joss Stone's cover of Under Pressure on one hand sounds great. On the other hand, the problem in my opinion is her vocals. She doesn't sing the lyrics with the urgency that Freddie did. She glosses right over the lyrics.

If ANYONE can cover a Queen song with the spirit of Freddie Mercury remaining intact, I say more power to them. Having said that, every copy of this absolutely excruciating album should be fired into the sun.

To dignify it with any more extensive kind of review would mean having to subject myself to Jason Mraz's "Limp-Wristed Lover Boy" and Joss Stone's HORRIBLE attempt of "Under Pressure" one more time, and I won't do it.

It's a cute CD...I love the fact that they used the voices from the movie and not some other people like most animated Soundtracks do. I especially love that they put in the clips of the movie like where chicken little sang "We are the champions" but revised it to "I am the champion," and he only sang up to a certain part of the song. It's a good CD.

We just love this soundtrack! It's one that you don't mind listening to over and over (unlike some). My son loves the movie and always wants to listen and dance to the music at the end of of video, so I figured it was a safe buy - and I was right!

Great to hear the old and new songs and to remember a really well done animated film.

My husband bought the Chicken Little movie for our 3 year old (mostly to get us OFF the Cars movie that we all have memorized) and he fell in love with it! He likes to act out the scenes and loves the music. He loves this CD at night when he's going to bed. We all have to dance to One Little Slip (he knows all the words) and then we have to "shake our tail feathers" before he jumps in bed every night! I enjoy the cd too, so it's good for everyone!

My daughter absolutely loves this cd. I could not find it anywhere until i looked on amazon, so thank you amazon!!

I really regret not picking up this CD when it first came out. I picked this up a few days ago and its been on repeat ever since. We all know Joss can "sang" <<(intentionally spelled with an "a") and she does so on this album just as she has on previous ablums. Only on this one with a little more pop to go along with her soul/r&b sound. Joss doesn't loose her roots in soul as this disc still exhibits a strong soul/r&b feel. I can't say there is one mediocore song on the disc, my favorite being "What are we gonna do now" ft. Common. Joss is a rare, raw talent in todays music world of over produced, 15 min self life artists. "Introducing Joss Stone" is a diamond!

First off, what is it with the people saying that the backup singers need to go away? They only enhance the experience, IMO. And also, did you NOT like the backup singers in her near-classic, Spoiled? That's a question you can ask yourself.

I find that this CD is good but nothing great. Sure, there are SOME good songs but I must admit Joss' head IS a little big (see Headturner). I don't hate her though. Besides, the song is fun. And if this is how she is trying to "re-introduce" herself to us then I'm all for the attempt. The only song here that I really don't care for is Proper Nice. What's up with that song? Haha. I'm not crazy about Bad Habit or Music either...The latter is actually growing on me but Lauryn Hill's rap is annoying IMO. I think she and Joss should have just sung together.

Anyway, on a lighter note my favorite song here is definitely Put Your Hands On Me. I find it to be real funky (which most of this CD is: funky). Some think Introducing Joss Stone is soulful like her first CD but I must disagree. I think it perfectly lacks soul. Here are my favorite songs:


Girl, They Won't Believe It! (makes me so happy with it's "happy-go-lucky" feel. No pun intended!)
Tell Me What We're Gonna Do Now feat. Common (one of her best slow grooves. Fresh, contemporary vibe. LOVE the video. Lots and lots of color.
Put Your Hands On Me
Arms Of My Baby


You know what I see that happened here? Joss definitely traded soul and got fun. That's what this is, a fun album. If you're looking for something even a little bit soulful, please, PLEASE look elsewhere. You won't find that here. But what is up with all these 1-star reviews? Do you think this CD is THAT bad? I mean really, come on here. This is still Joss Stone we're talking about. And besides, What Were We Thinking is in the same vein of what she used to sing. If you're reading this, Hi, Joss. I'm a big fan (I know if I was an artist I'd check to see what people thought of my album:P)!

P.S. I think Bruised But Not Broken should be her next single.

4/5 stars.

End note: I changed the line-up. Put Your Hands is my 3rd favorite, And Girl You Won't Believe It! is king. Seriously, the vibe is bananas. Love it.

Joss just gets better and better with every CD she does. She is definitely maturing. She will go far.

Since I reviewed the cd already, this review is just of the dvd. I'm a junkie for these behind the scenes dvds because it makes me feel like I'm getting a peek behind the artists' veil. We follow Joss to the Caribbean as she works on the disc with Raphael Sadiqq & Common. It was interesting hearing her take on this album being more "personal" and more of a representation of her as a young woman & artist than her two previous albums.

Her thoughts on the BABY BABY BABY track is followed by our getting to see the orchestra bring the song to life - it was a real treat to not only hear her thoughts but to see the album actually coming to life.

Next we see on the spot interviews with New Yorkers who are asked their opinions of which of two songs should be included on the disc. The two songs, PROPER NICE & BAD HABIT actually both made it onto the disc.

We then get a peek as the video for TELL ME BOUT IT is made before checking out Joss & the band's preparation for her promotional tour.

All in all I found this to be another interesting insight into a singer/artist's world and would recommend spending the extra money for this combo if you're a Joss Stone fan.

I should have listened to samples of this recording before I bought it! If I had, I would not have bought it since I do not like it at all.

Listening to Joss Stone and her wonderful,foggy voice can take you to any where (you think) you would like to be. Great CD! A cut above.

I would recommend adding Joss' CD to anyone's collection of soul music. I am disheartened with the haters who want to jump on the 'white girl stealing the black woman's sound' or 'she's too young to sing songs with real soul'. Listen to her music and ignore her color and age. She certainly has experienced love, loss, happiness and sadness, these are universal. "Mind, Body and Soul" has three songs out of 17 that I don't care for, but the tracks that really hit with me make up for that. "Understand" was the song I first heard and Joss' voice laid over the starting lonely arpeggiated guitar caught my attention and the careful addition of instruments and backing vocals as the song continues builds the energy and tension. Listen to the backing vocals and you know the production group understands soul. "Right to be Wrong" evokes Janis Joplin with a Gladys Knight vibe. "Jet Lag" speaks to the intoxication of love - years back Lisa Stansfield would have recorded this. "Spoiled" is a Slow Jam if I have ever heard one. "Don't Cha Wanna Ride" is just a feel good old school ditty laid over the "Soulful Strut" sample. I saw a reviewer on another site ask 'Why did they put a song about a car in the middle of the album?' - The guy needs to get a clue, the song is not about a car - it is a metaphor! The song is a girl shaking her hips and smiling. It makes me want to go buy a convertible and take my wife on a drive and picnic by the oceanside. Imagine my surprise when I watched the included DVD videos and the video for this song is set along a beach drive! "Torn and Tattered", "Killing Time", "Less is More" and "The Right Time" make my play list. Skipped tracks are "You Had Me", "God Only Knows" and "Call it Christmas".

THIS IS A VERY SOULFUL DISC. JOSS'S VOICE HAS A HOARSE, FULL
BODIED R&B SOUND. VERY UNIQUE. SHE SEEMS SHE SHOULD HAVE BEEN
BORN IS THE 70'S. THIS ALBUM HAS A STORY TO TELL. IT IS WELL WORTH THE MONEY. SHE SOUNDS LIKE A YOUNG JANIS JOPLIN.
DENISE