“fantastic blues singer...draws from the classic sounds of Ma Rainey and combines it with the power and punch of Janis Joplin to create a sound as unique as she is...blues, deep and dark..vocals sparkling with the depth of a perfect sapphire”

“she does justice to nuanced ballads and sings rollicking barroom blues with as much passion as Bonnie Raitt”

“Her extraordinary vocals are beautiful and lush as she delivers the blues in her own unique style...Karen Lovely is way ahead of the curve when it comes to vocal artistry and songwriting.”

"Lovely is a first class vocalist"

“outstanding”

"utterly gripping...stunning musicality."

“the most talented singer I have been associated with since my early days with Robert Cray”

"One thing is for certain, Karen Lovely is the real deal. Straight off the heels of their success at the 26th Annual International Blues Challenge in Memphis, the Karen Lovely Band is turning heads wherever they perform."

"When 2nd Place Winner Karen Lovely belted deeply that the 'blues ain't far behind' her poise and control showed why she was one of the [2010 IBC's] top acts."

"The standout performances [International Blues Challenge] came from four female participants...Karen Lovely was getting standing ovations throughout her performance at the New Daisy Theater."

"From a soft, sexy, whisper to a powerful crescendo, Karen's vocal range... is absolutely masterful. ...with a voice like this, business is going to stay good."

“...her voice cracks my heart in half.”