“a singing, songwriting, guitar-playing, self-producing, self-aware powerhouse, but the driving force is unquestionably her voice — a formidable instrument she wields with soul and taste.”
— Pasadena Weekly
“a colorful musical tapestry woven by a consummate artist out of the warp and wool of jazz, soul and blues”
— Henry L. Carrigan, Living Blues
“serious singing and musicianship…simmering...She’s got the pipes and comes across honestly and passionately. ... smoldering, slow-burning”
“...Some of the smokiest, smokingest green eyed soul you are going to encounter.”
“Joyann Parker is the best Twin Cities female singer you've never heard...whatever she sings, Parker owns it.”
— Minneapolis Star-Tribune
“Joyann Parker is the real deal...a powerful vocalist, an accomplished musician on both guitar and piano, and the writer of songs that hold up over time. ”
— Bill Wilson, Reflections In Blue