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Rarely has the R&B/Soul music landscape been privy to
a singing voice with the power, dimension and vast emotional
currency of Island Black Music's rising star, Kelly Price.
Soul of A Woman, her extraordinary, primarily self-composed
debut album, featuring the breathtaking ballad and debut #1
single "Friend of Mine," expands the parameters
of popular Black music. Not since Aretha Franklin's arrival
on the scene over three decades ago has there been a milestone
event such as this, where the landscape of the entire urban
contemporary music spectrum promises to be changed. History
is in the making.
Living up to its title, Soul Of A Woman delves deep into the
collective heart, soul and mindset of the female gender, while
leaving much of the feminine mystique intact. Here, Price's
pure soul voice is an emotional cauldron, boiling over with
innovative power and primal passion. In addition to the hit
"Friend Of Mine," other outstanding cuts include:
"Don't Say Goodbye," "Your Love," "HER"
and "Just One More Time," a sizzling duet with R.
Kelly.
Without exaggeration, Kelly's industry credits are awesome.
For four years she worked in the studio and on stage with
Mariah Carey. Kelly's long list of accomplishments consists
of backup vocals, live performances, and/or writing songs
for Puff Daddy, The Isley Brothers, Notorious B.I.G., Brandy,
Aretha Franklin and many more.
Every word, note and nuance of Soul Of A Woman are delivered
with attention to quality and detail as well as to entertainment
aesthetics. A serious listen to her album leaves no doubt
that she's a brilliant singer and lyricist, whose inspired
images and full tilt performances paint poignant portraits
of love's many sides. And although she has only made one album,
it is safe to say that Kelly Price is an artist that will
be toiling in her emotions for many years to come, always
finding new ways to express herself soulfully, new ways to
deliver her tears and laughter in song.
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