Banshee

Kendra Morris (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 28, 2012)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Wax Poetics Inc.
• ASIN: B008L1PYHE
• In-Print Editions: Vinyl  |  MP3 Music
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #17,276 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Kendra is the newest signee on Wax Poetics Records, the Brooklyn-based label run by the esteemed music magazine of the same name. For the past year, Kendra has been putting her mark on the current blue eyed-soul scene with her lush harmonies, big voice, tightly spun lyrical prowess, knack for writing a hook and downright funky accompaniments. As Interview magazine says, Although she could be compared to Amy Winehouse, Adele and Joss Stone, the best analogy for Morris might be a modern-day Janis Joplin.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Kendra Morris instant classic September 3, 2012

By Weekiedon

Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase

What an amazing album. Easily one of the best releases of 2012. Morris has one of the most intoxicating voices I've heard in years. On top of that, her song writing is full of interesting twists of phrase and plot that matches wonderfully with the genius production work of the amazing Jeremy Page. It may sound like a cliche, but there is something for everyone on Banshee. For example you have the west-coasty-cruising vibe of "If You Didn't Go" and the hard driving throb of the title track, Banshee. Because of this variety I'm still discovering new things with each listen. The very best part is that prior to this first full album, Morris has released other shockingly great music. Shocking because it's been "undiscovered" till now. So now I can catch up on what this most unique new talent has been quietly offering up!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Spellbinding August 29, 2012

By J. P. Killian

Format:Audio CD

The album is truly well-named as the vocals really can cast a spell. Powerful, emotionally dense songwriting and spooky instrumentation that evokes a supernatural wasteland that beckons if you lose your footing on the tightrope. A rare and transporting album.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars SOUL!!! September 21, 2012

By HeavySoulBrutha

Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase

Kendra's first full length does not disappoint. It's a serious SOUL powerhouse filled with wonderfully crafted tunes made with real instruments. This is what contemporary R&B should be.