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Bio
There's no doubt about it, Jen has been playing music all of her life. With straightforward lyrics that relate universally and music that flows from one song to the next, despite several different styles exhibited, Jen has the ability to captivate any audience. The lyrics speak of life, love, and deep relationships that affect all of us. The music is melodic and heartfelt. Friends say she's "Ahead of her time" and "Stronger vocally than anyone else I've heard". With a voice that reaches out and grabs you and a piano style that's simple and melodic, you won't soon forget this performer. Jen was born and raised in Chicago. After leaving for Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1993 to obtain a BA, Jen soon realized that she wanted more than an education: She wanted to perform. She fronted several bands, singing lead and harmonies, playing piano and guitar in several different venues around southeastern Michigan for close to five years. She also enjoyed a successful solo residency for more than a year. Now, her quest to share her music has brought her home, to Chicago. Jen currently plays at least twice a week in the city and is continually booking more solo performances. Her powerful voice is attracting more attention in her hometown than ever before. She has played at piano bars around the city and brought the house down as an opening act at the Hard Rock Café. Jen also sings a song that’s rather challenging and can be quite moving: The National Anthem. She sings it a cappella and commanded the attention of over forty thousand when she performed for the Detroit Pistons while in Michigan. Now, she is bringing this stunning performance home. She has performed at Soldier Field and plans to perform for more events there as well as at events held at Wrigley Field and the United Center. Imparting a strong sense of patriotism and triggering emotion in so many fans, Jen soulfully performs the Anthem to perfection, bringing the audience to their feet every time she performs it. Her style is expansive and universal. You can't help but love her powerhouse voice and smooth piano. Jen plays everything from Stevie Nicks and Aretha Franklin to Alanis Morrisette and Fiona Apple, as well as her own original creations. Don’t miss this fresh, new female on the scene!
Career Highlights/Vital Stats
Highlights
- Performed on the Mall in Washington DC to crowd of
120,000+
- Performed National Anthem at Detroit Pistons and Chicago
Fire games to 40,000+ crowds
- Radio airplay across the US and Europe
- Twice a guest on Windy City Radio - WCKG 105.9
- Took top honors in Underground Wonder Bar talent search
- WGN Ch.9 Battle of the Bands Contestant
- Cubby Bear w/ TourBaby sponsored by CDBaby.com
Influences/Similar To
Janis Joplin, Stevie Nicks, Sheryl Crow
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