The song is Duffy's least successful single in that country, behind " Rain on Your Parade", which peaked at position 15. However, when the song was released as a single, "Stepping Stone" re-entered the chart at number 80 and rose to a peak position of 21, reached on the chart dated 13 September 2008. This performance was behind that of the other non-single popular from the album, "Warwick Avenue", which entered the chart at number 83. The song was originally one of the most popular songs on Rockferry, debuting on the UK Singles Chart at number 99, on 9 March 2008, due to strong sales from the album. Commercial and chart performance ĭuffy performing at the 2009 SOS 4.8 Festival in Murcia.
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A reviewer for the BBC said that "Stepping Stone" was "noticeably hanging limply" when compared to the full track listing of Rockferry. Finally, the reviewer said that "it lacks the heart-melting chorus which made the former a triumph". The review went on to say that " plays into the hands of critics who brand her music "coffee table soul".
This is against previous reviews given by the website, which were generally positive. Giving the song three stars out of five, the reviewer noted that " is her weakest to date". Digital Spy, in particular, gave the single a mixed review. However, many critics gave the single mixed reviews. It went on to say that Duffy "sheds so many previous vocal comparisons" with the song, also noting that the single is "clearly aimed at adults who may have shied away from the party vibe of 'Mercy'". įollowing the positive trend of reviews by critics, The Hollywood Reporter said that the song "shows what all the fuss is about", referring to Duffy's success worldwide. Another reviewer for The Independent compared "Stepping Stone" to "elegant Bacharach style".
As with a Digital Spy review, Duffy and the song were compared to Burt Bacharach. The review closed with the writer noting that the song is "a thoughtful and emotional piece of music". However, the Daily Music Guide did point out that "Stepping Stone" is not as good as previous singles, when saying "'Stepping Stone' doesn't quite have the majesty of 'Warwick Avenue', the oomph of 'Mercy' or the epic sweep of the song 'Rockferry'".
The writer said that Duffy "stands out" and that when compared to other soul singers such as Adele and Estelle, her "songs are better". Daily Music Guide followed the positive style of Clash's review, giving the single a "4/5" rating. Ending the review, it congratulated Duffy for being "one of the most potent pop talents in the UK". In this particular review, the song was heavily praised for its "orchestral grandeur" and "slick production". – I Like Music Reception Critical ĭuffy performing at the 2008 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.Ĭlash gave the single a very successful review. The music is dramatic, pulsating yet sparse, compelling the listener to focus on Duffy's remarkable vocals and evocative lyrics." "Stepping Stone is one of the many album highlights, it is a song about self-possession, strength and restraint. One press release commented about the context and content of "Stepping Stone": In a press release for the single it was stated that there would be a two-track exclusive single available for digital download, although this never came to fruition. The single was released in both CD single and 7" vinyl. The cover art was produced by Studio Fury, and photographed by Max Dodson. The single was not released in mainland Europe, despite reaching the charts in many countries in this region. It was released worldwide as the third single from Rockferry, and the fourth in the United Kingdom, Switzerland and Ireland, after " Rockferry", "Mercy" and " Warwick Avenue". The following day she changed her mind about the song's direction and the ongoing search for a big up-tempo song would eventually lead to "Mercy". According to Booker in an interview with HitQuarters, Duffy firstly wanted to do the song "completely Supremes and up-tempo" because she felt that her album still needed a "big song" to complete it. It was the first song the pair completed together. "Stepping Stone" was written by Duffy and Steve Booker (who also co-wrote international success " Mercy"), and recorded at Booker's "Bookerland studios".
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