“Like Father, Like Daughter: Following the family tradition, Zakiya Hooker is an adept interpreter of the blues.”

“Much like her father's, Zakiya's vocal instrument has a dusky, shimmering feel.”

“Zakiya sounds more like the offspring of George Benson. Zakiya has the talent to carve a niche on the jazz chart with an excellent voice.”

“Hooker's sophisticated voice does not scream or growl. Instead, it purrs.”

“Zakiya has earned the right to sing the blues.”

“Flavors of the Blues highlights Zakiya's common trait with her dad - the soothing quality of their voices.”

“John's daughter, Zakiya makes the most of her classy, cautious and considered approach to the Blues.”

“What Zakiya does is for real and she sings like a bird. More obvious is her passion for the story she tells. She paints a humble and truthful picture and delivers what I need in my Blues musically.”

"She's a great lady. She's got my gift. She loves the blues. I can't say enough good things about her."