Jacqueline L. Jenkins - Ain't No Way
Christian, Gospel
South Carolina, U.S.
Overall Impression: South Carolina-based gospel artist Jacqueline L. Jenkins expresses her deep faith and devotion with the commanding single, "Ain't No Way." The track masterfully blends spirited praise and worship with elements of Southern soul and R&B, creating an instantly vibrant contemporary gospel sound. Jenkins’ passionate vocals are buoyed by a top-notch rhythm section and the powerful support of a fervent backing choir. She delivers an urgent message of dedication and salvation that grips the listener from the first note. Gospel fans of all ages will revel in the electrifying performance and the reverential, soul-stirring themes of Jacqueline L. Jenkins' "Ain't No Way", available now on all major streaming platforms.
Strongest Point(s): Outstanding production and a great sounding mix. Excellent clarity and tonal balance. Fantastic intro that sets the stage for the rest of the tune. Great blend of Southern soul and gospel, love the guitar here. Terrific gospel chord progressions, great use of alternate dominants and extensions to create a nice "push & pull" through harmonic tensions. Band sounds amazing, there's some incredibly talented players on this track. Awesome vocal performances, all around. Passionate leads and great call-and-response backing vox that add dimension and depth. Lyrics are both folksy and divine, and should absolutely resonate with Southern gospel audiences. Overall this is an incredible contemporary gospel track that draws from jazz, soul, and even the blues, in order to create a compelling sound that should captivate praise and worship audiences. Amazing work on this one, by everyone involved!
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of Religious, Gospel, Contemporary Gospel
Artist target suggestions: Aretha Franklin, CeCe Winans, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Tamela Mann, Yolanda Adams, Mandisa, Kierra Sheard, Tori Kelly
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Steven Azami is a multi-instrumentalist with over 25 years of experience in the music industry. Both as a touring/session player and as a producer, his career has spanned nearly every genre from bluegrass to jazz, from rock to reggae. In addition, his work as a music educator has allowed him to cultivate and foster talent within the next generation of musical explorers.