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EP Review- Joyce Kennedy-Rock'n' My Soul

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Joyce Kennedy, the iconic vocalist of soul and rock, has released her latest EP Rock'n My Soul. This is the first solo effort in a decade from her, best known as the lead singer of the legendary funk rock act Mother's Finest.

Joyce 'Baby Jean' Kennedy has remained a staple of rock royalty since her breakthrough at the tender age of 16, reaching number one with 'I Still Love You'. Joyce Kennedy went on to achieve her greatest success with Mother's Finest, a band Kennedy formed with her husband, Glenn Murdock.

In addition, Kennedy has gone on to tour and collaborate with such luminaries as AC/DC, Ted Nugent and Alice Cooper to expand on her impressive resume. 'Rock'n My Soul' comprise six tracks of soul, rock and themes of morality and inspiration.


The EP begins with the classic rock vibes of 'My Badd'. Joyce Kennedy's powerful and gutsy vocals tower over rolling basslines, funky guitar leads and rhythmic drumming patterns that suck the listener in to want to hear more. Next up are the catchy delights of 'Love Me, Love Me', a song about sexual desires with earworm-type choruses, distorted guitars, and Kennedy pouring her soul out.  

At 74 years old, Joyce Kennedy has a remarkable vocal range, steeped full of emotion and depth. This is conveyed on each track leaving them feeling as valuable. 'Do Me Right' is one such example. An R'nB track with a slower tempo. Kennedy croons over slick beats and a squealing rock guitar sound. This track feels like a turning point on the EP.

Kennedy is able to explore the different styles of her career on this release, drifting through heavier rock songs, slow tempo R'n'B tracks and funkier ones such as 'Funk -A-While' And finally, 'Tears of a Stone' wraps this enjoyable EP. A piano-laden ballad with a gospel chorus and layered beats. The album is completed with an emotional rap cameo at the end.

Overall, Joyce Kennedy shows she still has a lot of rock and soul left in her. This is definitely worth a listen to the rock fans with a love for soul/rock fusions.

Words by Anselm Anderson

RATING 8.5/10


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