"Dede Priest turns Blues, Soul, and Jazz inside out by the eagerness and intensity with which she approaches her lyrics. In this way, she not only makes the songs personal, but even seems to reinvent the traditional genres." Heaven Magazine (July / August 2008)
"The music on this intimate, Blues-based album is honest and raw. The biggest ace of this singer is her formidable voice. She's definitely got Soul." Jazz Magazine (Summer 2008)
"Dede Priest is a born singer with a truly beautiful Soul voice. Her band has a nice vintage sound and provides tight support." Zing Magazine (July / August 2008)
"We're dealing with a rare talent, that is for sure. This debut is, without a doubt, convincing. With the help of Richard van Bergen, considered to be one of the best roots guitarists in The Netherlands, keyboard wonder Govert van der Kolm, and of course the rhythm section of Roelof Klijn on bass and Jody van Ooijen on drums, Dede Priest has succeeded in delivering a small Blues-roots miracle." Jazzism (Summer 2008)
"Are there any Blues singers left who are capable of surprising? Oh, yes! Dede Priest from Austin, Texas is one. She has a voice with a delicious and rough edge and writes excellent songs, mixing Blues, Funk, Gospel, and Jazz in a modern way that totally passes all known clichés. Priest is accompanied by musicians who share the same thoughts about the Blues and easily know how to dodge predictability. Everything on this record is in balance." Revolver Magazine (May 2008)
"A delicious cocktail of many musical styles: some Blues, a portion of Funk, a sip of Jazz, with some Soul icing . . . The perfect example of a crossover between Blues and other genres. Dede sings with incredible feeling and passion, backed by talented musicians." Bobtje Blues (January 2008)
"A fantastic result. With this CD, Dede Priest enters through the 'Great Gate'. She is very welcome!" Mazzmusikas (Spring 2008)
"From the opening song, 'Wade In The Water', a solid funky version of Big Mama Thornton's arrangement, you know without a doubt that this CD is going to be perfectly alright . . . sensitive and pure, to rough, tough, and edgy . . . To evoke such intensity, as in 'Blues Wine' and 'Gossip Lady', it takes an exceptional artist. Excellent." OOR Magazine (March 2008)
"A voice like a clock. No fooling around with samples or tin grooves out of a box. Full-blooded Soul, straight from the heart and gut." TV Film Magazine (April 2008)
"When the average Blues-Soul lover is exposed even for just a minute to 'Wade In The Water', chances are that a spot in the long-term memory is immediately reserved. And that is just the first song." Stage Magazine (June 2008)
"Opening with a really good version of Big Mama Thornton's 'Wade In The Water', the rest of the CD includes originals like the groovy 'Jive Man' . . . the beautifully restrained 'Blues Wine' . . . and 'Oh, Mr. Johnson', which is rich with atmosphere." Fret Magazine (February 2008)
"Songs like 'Must've Figured Wrong', 'Blues Wine', and 'I Met The Moon In Holland' make this CD truly unique. Here's a lady with a big voice and a band that knows how to support it. Not only would I recommend this CD, but their live show as well." Roots Time (January 2008)
"Kicks ass in a distinctly accurate way. Great voice and ditto sound. Advisable buy!" Live XS (May 2008)
"Bold, tight, and funky. But also smooth and pure. That's the way this new Soul-diva from Austin, Texas sounds." Frits Spits, Radio 2FM (April 2008)
"Daring and confident, the CD starts with a rough and swinging version of 'Wade In The Water'. This first impression is confirmed furthermore by a list of original songs and a rich voice that is beautifully supported, especially by keyboard player Govert van der Kolm." Noord Hollands Dagblad (April 2008)
"I can't say anything but get the record. This is a diamond. Dede's show is awesome. What a top artist, what expression. And to go with that, she has a marvelous band." Bert "Bluesman" Reinders (April 2008)
"Richard van Bergen supports her with his slide-, baritone, and electric guitar, and does an excellent job in 'Oh, Mr. Johnson'. Govert's piano, on the other hand, colors some songs in a more jazzy way. Most distinctively, however, is Dede's voice, which is full of expression and life experience. The Blues ballads 'Blues Wine' and 'Needy Girl' would force even a noisy juke joint crowd to be silent." Back To The Roots (April 2008)
"With her smooth voice, Dede Priest controls a whole register from furious to sensitive. Definitely a promise." Volkskrant (April 2008)
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