History of Joss Stone in Timeline
Joss Stone is an English singer and songwriter who achieved fame in the early 2000s for her soulful music. Her debut album, "The Soul Sessions," was nominated for the prestigious Mercury Prize, while her second album, "Mind Body & Soul," topped the UK charts and earned her a Grammy nomination. Stone's powerful voice and unique style made her one of the most successful British artists of her time, breaking records and garnering international acclaim.
1965: Nat King Cole's "L-O-V-E" Released
Nat King Cole released his rendition of the song "L-O-V-E" in 1965. Years later, Joss Stone would cover this song for a Chanel Coco Mademoiselle fragrance campaign.
1965: The Who's "My Generation" Released
The Who, a band Joss Stone would later honor with a performance of "My Generation," released the song in 1965.
1965: "People Get Ready" and "My Generation" Released
The year 1965 marked the release of two iconic songs: "People Get Ready" by the Impressions, which Joss Stone would later perform with Jeff Beck, and "My Generation" by The Who, which she would perform at the Kennedy Center Honors.
1968: Joss Stone Performs Aretha Franklin's "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman"
At age 13, Joss Stone performed Aretha Franklin's 1968 hit "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" during her audition for the BBC Television talent show Star for a Night in London.
1973: Joss Stone Performs Gladys Knight & the Pips' "Midnight Train to Georgia"
During her audition for Steve Greenberg, Joss Stone sang "Midnight Train to Georgia," originally performed by Gladys Knight & the Pips in 1973.
1974: Release of "Super Duper Love (Are You Diggin' on Me)"
Sugar Billy released the song "Super Duper Love (Are You Diggin' on Me)", which Joss Stone later covered, in 1974.
1984: Original Release of "Do They Know It's Christmas?"
The original version of "Do They Know It's Christmas?", which was re-recorded by Band Aid 20 in 2004, was released in 1984.
April 1987: Birth of Joss Stone
Joss Stone, whose birth name is Joscelyn Eve Stoker, was born in April 1987.
1999: Joss Stone Performs Whitney Houston's "It's Not Right but It's Okay"
Joss Stone sang Whitney Houston's 1999 single, "It's Not Right but It's Okay" during her audition for the BBC Television show Star for a Night in London.
December 2001: Joss Stone Signs with S-Curve Records
In December 2001, Steve Greenberg, founder and CEO of S-Curve Records, signed Joss Stone to his label after hearing her sing.
2001: Release of "Fell in Love with a Girl"
The White Stripes released the song "Fell in Love with a Girl", which Joss Stone later reworked for her single "Fell in Love with a Boy", in 2001.
2002: Joss Stone Auditions for Steve Greenberg
In early 2002, Joss Stone flew to New York for an audition with S-Curve Records founder Steve Greenberg where she sang a selection of classic soul songs.
September 2003: Release of "The Soul Sessions"
Joss Stone's debut album, "The Soul Sessions", was released on September 16, 2003.
2003: Faces Contention in the US
Joss Stone encountered resistance in the US in 2003 due to perceptions surrounding her background and the authenticity of her soul music.
2003: Joss Stone Rises to Prominence
Joss Stone rose to prominence in late 2003 with the release of her debut album, "The Soul Sessions".
2003: Early Career Success
The year 2003 marked the beginning of Joss Stone's rise to fame, a period captured in the compilation album "The Best of Joss Stone 2003-2009."
March 2004: "The Soul Sessions" Certified Gold in the US
In late March 2004, Joss Stone's album "The Soul Sessions" was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
April 2004: Joss Stone Performs at Divas Live 2004
In April 2004, Joss Stone performed at VH1's benefit concert Divas Live 2004.
September 2004: Release of "Mind Body & Soul"
Joss Stone's second album, "Mind Body & Soul", was released on September 28, 2004.
October 2004: Wendy Stoker Stops Managing Joss Stone
Joss Stone's mother, Wendy Stoker, stopped being her manager in October 2004.
November 2004: Joss Stone Joins Band Aid 20
Joss Stone joined Band Aid 20 on November 14, 2004 to record a benefit single for Sudan's Darfur region.
2004: Release of "Mind Body & Soul"
In 2004, Joss Stone released her critically acclaimed album "Mind Body & Soul," which achieved significant commercial success, reaching the top 10 in the UK.
2004: Begins Dating Beau Dozier
Joss Stone began a romantic relationship with Beau Dozier, son of renowned Motown producer Lamont Dozier, in 2004.
2004: "The Soul Sessions" Nominated for Mercury Prize
Joss Stone's debut album, "The Soul Sessions," was shortlisted for the prestigious Mercury Prize in 2004.
2004: Joss Stone Tops UK Albums Chart
Joss Stone's second album, "Mind Body & Soul", reached number one on the UK Albums Chart in 2004.
March 2005: Joss Stone Becomes Gap Spokesperson
Replacing Sarah Jessica Parker, Joss Stone became the face of Gap in March 2005. She appeared in a TV ad singing "Night Time Is the Right Time," retitled as "The Right Time."
April 2005: Joss Stone's "Cry Baby/Piece of My Heart" Charts on Billboard Hot 100
In April 2005, Joss Stone's collaboration with Melissa Etheridge on "Cry Baby/Piece of My Heart", a tribute to Janis Joplin, became her first single to enter the US Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 32. This success was driven by strong digital download sales.
April 2005: "The Soul Sessions" Certified Triple Platinum in the UK
In mid-April 2005, "The Soul Sessions" was certified triple platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).
April 2005: Joss Stone Performs at "Save the Music" Benefit Concert
Joss Stone took the stage on April 11, 2005, at the "Save the Music: A Concert to Benefit the VH1 Save the Music Foundation." The event supported VH1's Save the Music Foundation.
July 2005: Joss Stone Performs with James Brown on "Friday Night with Jonathan Ross"
Joss Stone joined James Brown on July 1, 2005, for a special performance on BBC One's "Friday Night with Jonathan Ross." They delivered a medley of "It's a Man's World" and "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag."
July 2005: Joss Stone Performs at Live 8 Concert in London
On July 2, 2005, Joss Stone lent her voice to the Live 8 concert at Hyde Park in London. She performed "Super Duper Love," "I Had a Dream," and "Some Kind of Wonderful."
September 2005: "Mind, Body & Soul" Certified Triple Platinum in the UK and Platinum in the US
By early September 2005, "Mind, Body & Soul" was certified triple platinum by the BPI and platinum by the RIAA.
November 2005: Relationship with Beau Dozier Ends
Joss Stone's relationship with Beau Dozier, with whom she collaborated on the song "Spoiled," came to an end in November 2005.
2005: Grammy Award Nominations
Joss Stone received multiple Grammy Award nominations in 2005, including Best New Artist.
February 2006: Joss Stone Performs at Super Bowl XL Pre-Game Show
Joss Stone shared the stage with Stevie Wonder, India.Arie, and John Legend during the Super Bowl XL pre-game ceremonies in February 2006, performing a medley of Wonder's hits.
May 2006: Joss Stone Starts Recording "Introducing Joss Stone"
Joss Stone began recording her third studio album, "Introducing Joss Stone," in May 2006 at Compass Point Studios in Nassau, Bahamas.
December 2006: Joss Stone Makes Film Debut in "Eragon"
Joss Stone made her acting debut in "Eragon," a fantasy adventure film based on Christopher Paolini's novel. The film premiered on December 15, 2006, with Stone portraying the character Angela.
2006: Film Debut in "Eragon"
Joss Stone made her film acting debut in the fantasy adventure film "Eragon" in 2006.
2006: Joss Stone Collaborates with Lemar on "Anniversary"
Joss Stone worked with Lemar in 2006 on his third studio album, "The Truth About Love," contributing to the track "Anniversary."
February 2007: Joss Stone Sparks Controversy at BRIT Awards
During the 2007 BRIT Awards on February 14, Joss Stone's presentation of the British Male Solo Artist award stirred controversy. Speaking with an American accent and referencing Robbie Williams and host Russell Brand, her speech drew criticism and media attention.
March 2007: Release of "Introducing Joss Stone"
In March 2007, Joss Stone released her third studio album, titled "Introducing Joss Stone".
March 2007: Joss Stone Releases Third Album, "Introducing Joss Stone"
Joss Stone's third album, "Introducing Joss Stone," was released on March 12, 2007. The album, coordinated by A&R Chris Anokute and produced by Raphael Saadiq, featured collaborations with artists like Lauryn Hill, Common, and Joi.
July 2007: Live Earth Performance and Phonak Campaign
In July 2007, Joss Stone participated in two significant events: she was photographed by Bryan Adams for Phonak's Hear the World initiative to raise awareness for hearing loss, and she performed at the South African leg of the Live Earth concerts in Johannesburg to promote awareness of global warming.
November 2007: Collaboration with Jeff Beck and Annie Lennox
Joss Stone joined Jeff Beck on stage in November 2007 for a duet of "People Get Ready" at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in London. That same month, she also lent her voice to Annie Lennox's "Sing," a charity single released on World AIDS Day to raise awareness about AIDS.
December 2007: Joss Stone Releases "Baby Baby Baby" Digitally
"Baby Baby Baby," the third single from Joss Stone's album "Introducing Joss Stone," was released digitally in December 2007.
December 2007: New Flake Girl
In December 2007, Joss Stone was chosen as the new face of Cadbury Schweppes' Flake chocolate bar, marking a departure from the brand's tradition of using models for the role.
2007: Joss Stone Wins Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals
At the 2007 Grammy Awards, Joss Stone received recognition for her collaboration with John Legend and Van Hunt. Their rendition of Sly & the Family Stone's "Family Affair" earned them the award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
January 2008: Physical Release of "Baby Baby Baby"
Following its digital release, Joss Stone's single "Baby Baby Baby" was released physically in January 2008.
March 2008: Film Debut and "The Tudors" Role
Joss Stone ventured into acting in March 2008, landing the role of Stephanie in the British romantic comedy "Snappers" for which she also contributed music. Although the film was never released, this marked her acting debut.
April 2008: Legal Battle and GLAAD Media Awards Performance
Joss Stone initiated legal proceedings against her record label, EMI, in April 2008 in an attempt to dissolve her three-album contract. That same month, she delivered a performance at the 19th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Hollywood.
April 2008: "Introducing Joss Stone" Achieves High Debut on Billboard 200
Joss Stone's album "Introducing Joss Stone" debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 in April 2008, selling an impressive 118,000 copies in its first week. This achievement marked the highest debut for a British female solo artist on the US chart at the time.
June 2008: LA Pride Performance
Joss Stone took to the stage at LA Pride 2008, an event produced by the non-profit organization Christopher Street West, on 7 June 2008, where she performed her song "Right to Be Wrong."
October 2008: National Anthem Performance at Wembley Stadium
In a memorable moment, Joss Stone performed the British national anthem, "God Save the Queen," before an NFL game between the San Diego Chargers and the New Orleans Saints at Wembley Stadium in London on 26 October 2008.
December 2008: Kennedy Center Honors Performance
Joss Stone paid tribute to Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey of The Who at the Kennedy Center Honors in December 2008, performing a rendition of their iconic song "My Generation" for the televised special.
2008: Recording of "Colour Me Free!"
Joss Stone's album "Colour Me Free!" was recorded in her home county of Devon in early 2008. The recording process, completed in about a week, involved collaborative jam sessions with a group of musicians and writers, resulting in a raw and immediate sound.
2008: Flake Advertisements
Joss Stone's stint as the Flake girl commenced in the spring of 2008 with the airing of her television advertisements for the Cadbury Schweppes product.
April 2009: "Colour Me Free!" Release Postponed
Initially scheduled for release in April 2009, Joss Stone's album "Colour Me Free!" faced delays and was eventually released later that year.
October 2009: "Colour Me Free!" Release
After delays and a controversy surrounding its cover art, Joss Stone's album "Colour Me Free!" was released on 20 October 2009. The album, a product of jam sessions with various musicians, showcased a raw and authentic sound.
2009: Television Debut in "The Tudors"
Joss Stone appeared on television for the first time in 2009, portraying Anne of Cleves in the Showtime series "The Tudors".
2009: Release of "Colour Me Free!"
Joss Stone released her fourth studio album, "Colour Me Free!", in 2009.
August 2010: Departure from EMI and Formation of Stone'd Records
In August 2010, news broke of Joss Stone's departure from EMI, her longtime record label. Demonstrating her independent spirit, she founded her own label, Stone'd Records.
2010: Collaboration with Ricky Martin
Joss Stone achieved a musical milestone in 2010 with the release of "The Best Thing About Me Is You," a collaboration with Ricky Martin. The song topped Billboard's Hot Latin Songs and Latin Pop Songs charts, making her the first British artist of non-Hispanic descent to achieve this feat.
2010: Collaboration on "A Voyage For Soldier Miles"
Joss Stone lent her vocals to two tracks for the charity-focused audio drama "A Voyage for Soldier Miles" in 2010. The songs, "Lover Earth" and "Never Gonna Be The Same," featured songwriting and performance contributions from Dave Stewart, Mark Warford, and Niels Lan Doky.
2010: Return to "The Tudors"
Joss Stone reprised her role as Anne of Cleves in the final season of Showtime's "The Tudors" in 2010, making appearances in two episodes.
2010: Collaborations and Video Game Feature
The year 2010 saw Joss Stone collaborating with musical icons, contributing vocals to Ringo Starr's album "Y Not" and Jeff Beck's album "Emotion & Commotion." She also entered the world of video games, voicing and portraying the character of Nicole Hunter in "James Bond 007: Blood Stone," for which she also co-wrote and performed the theme song "I'll Take It All" with Dave Stewart.
June 2011: Attempted Robbery and Murder Plot
In a harrowing incident in June 2011, two men were apprehended near Joss Stone's home in Devon, England, for conspiring to rob and murder her.
June 2011: Release of "Somehow"
Joss Stone released "Somehow," the lead single from her album "LP1," on 24 June 2011. The album, recorded in Nashville, Tennessee, was a collaboration with Dave Stewart.
July 2011: Release of "LP1" and Formation of SuperHeavy
July 2011 marked a period of significant musical endeavors for Joss Stone. She released her album "LP1," a collaboration with Eurythmics co-founder Dave Stewart, under her own label, Stone'd Records. Furthermore, she joined the supergroup SuperHeavy, composed of Mick Jagger, Dave Stewart, Damian Marley, and A.R. Rahman.
September 2011: Release of "The Best of Joss Stone 2003–2009"
EMI released a greatest hits compilation album, "The Best of Joss Stone 2003-2009," on 30 September 2011, marking a chapter in her career following her departure from the label.
September 2011: Release of SuperHeavy's Debut Album
The supergroup SuperHeavy, of which Joss Stone was a member, released their self-titled debut album on 20 September 2011. The album was recorded at Jim Henson Studios in Los Angeles and released by A&M Records.
2011: Release of "LP1"
In 2011, Joss Stone released her fifth studio album, titled "LP1".
July 2012: Announces Reggae Album
In July 2012, Joss Stone revealed plans to work on a reggae album in collaboration with Damian Marley.
July 2012: Release of "The Soul Sessions Vol. 2"
Joss Stone's album "The Soul Sessions Vol. 2" was released in July 2012, marking her return to S-Curve Records, the label that released her first "Soul Sessions" album. The album, produced by Steve Greenberg, features covers of soul songs from the 1970s and 1980s and achieved both commercial success and critical acclaim.
2012: Release of "The Soul Sessions Vol. 2"
Joss Stone released "The Soul Sessions Vol. 2", her fourth consecutive album to reach the top 10 on the Billboard 200, in 2012.
April 2013: Guilty Verdict in Attempted Robbery and Murder Plot
The two men arrested in connection with the plot to rob and murder Joss Stone were found guilty of conspiracy to rob, murder, and inflict grievous bodily harm in April 2013 following a trial at Exeter Crown Court.
2013: International Performances and Television Appearance
Joss Stone continued to captivate audiences worldwide in 2013 with live performances in countries like Indonesia and the Philippines. She also made an appearance on the popular UK television series "Top Gear."
March 2014: Describes Upcoming Album
Joss Stone shared in March 2014 that her new album would be eclectic, incorporating elements of hip-hop and reggae.
April 2014: Embarks on Total World Tour
Joss Stone kicked off her ambitious Total World Tour in April 2014, aiming to perform in as many countries as possible.
July 2015: Releases "Water for Your Soul"
Joss Stone released her album "Water for Your Soul" in July 2015, achieving the top spot on the reggae charts upon release.
2016: Reveals Relationship with SiChai
Joss Stone shared in a 2016 interview that she had been in a relationship with music promoter SiChai for three years.
November 2017: Releases "Project Mama Earth" EP
Joss Stone, along with collaborators, released "Project Mama Earth," an 11-track EP drawing inspiration from nature and African rhythms, in November 2017.
October 2018: Guest Stars on "Empire"
Joss Stone made a guest appearance in the fifth season of the TV show "Empire" in October 2018.
July 2019: Denied Entry to Iran
Joss Stone's attempt to perform in every country was thwarted in July 2019 when she was denied entry into Iran.
2019: Collaborates with James Morrison
After a four-year hiatus from studio albums, Joss Stone collaborated with James Morrison on the song "My Love Goes On" in 2019.
April 2020: Releases "Lean On Me"
Joss Stone and Beverley Knight released the single "Lean On Me" in April 2020, accompanied by a music video paying tribute to healthcare workers.
August 2020: Launches "A Cuppa Happy" Podcast
In August 2020, Joss Stone delved into the world of podcasting, hosting "A Cuppa Happy" to explore the nature of happiness.
September 2020: Announces First Pregnancy
Joss Stone announced her first pregnancy with boyfriend Cody DaLuz in September 2020 via Instagram.
September 2020: Films "The Masked Singer"
Joss Stone, while heavily pregnant, participated in the filming of "The Masked Singer" finale in September 2020.
January 2021: Welcomes Daughter
Joss Stone gave birth to her first child, a daughter, with Cody DaLuz in January 2021.
February 2021: Wins "The Masked Singer"
Joss Stone emerged victorious from the second series of "The Masked Singer" in February 2021, showcasing her vocal talents while disguised as "Sausage."
November 2021: Releases "Never Forget My Love"
Joss Stone released "Never Forget My Love," the title track from her upcoming album, in November 2021, accompanied by a music video.
2021: Receives National German Sustainability Award
Joss Stone was honored with The National German Sustainability Award in 2021.
February 2022: Releases New Album
Joss Stone's new album, featuring the single "Never Forget My Love," was released in February 2022.
April 2022: Announces Second Pregnancy
Joss Stone revealed she was expecting her second child with Cody DaLuz in April 2022 through an Instagram post.
October 2022: Welcomes Son
Joss Stone's family expanded further in October 2022 with the birth of her second child, a son, with Cody DaLuz.
2022: Reflection on "Right to Be Wrong"
During an interview in 2022, Joss Stone revealed that "Right to Be Wrong" holds a special place in her heart as it was a collaboration with the late Betty Wright.
2022: Relocates to Nashville
Joss Stone made a significant move in 2022, relocating to Nashville, Tennessee.
November 2023: Confirms Marriage to Cody DaLuz
Joss Stone confirmed her marriage to Cody DaLuz in November 2023.
2023: Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Marking her two-decade-long career in 2023, Joss Stone embarked on a European tour, gracing various summer festivals with her performances.
