Joss Stone: reviews, quotes and essentials

Joss Stone

Musician

Forfans of classic soul and contemporary r&b, curious newcomers, and listeners chasing powerhouse vocals.
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The Profile

English soul and R&B singer Joscelyn Eve Stoker (born 11 April 1987 in Dover, England), known as Joss Stone, rose to fame with The Soul Sessions (2003) and Mind Body & Soul (2004). She is known for a powerful voice rooted in classic 1960s/70s soul.

Public facts: Debuted in 2003; winner of two Brit Awards (2005) and one Grammy Award (2007, with John Legend and Van Hunt).

Reviews highlight Stone’s explosive debut The Soul Sessions, praising her natural, soul-steeped voice and classic influences. Mind Body & Soul showcases her as a writer, with love-centered themes and standout tracks like You Had Me and Spoiled. Introducing Joss Stone leans into 60s/70s soul with hip-hop/jazz colors, guided by Raphael Saadiq and guests Lauryn Hill and Common. Overall tone: admiring and convinced by her vocal presence and evolution.

Notable Quotes

❝ Joss Stone is not the usual pop girl eager to showcase her allure, nor is she a musical symbol induced to make headlines for her latest boyfriend.

❝ Yes, because the girl knows her stuff, damn she does.

❝ After the great success of The Soul Sessions, the first work by the Devon singer, here comes Mind Body & Soul, an intense album where, once again, Joss Stone delivers an unforgettable voice, a voice that gives chills, enough to make all the pop princesses envious.