Jessi Hamilton
NEWS
Hi Everyone, thanks for visiting my page at SoundClick.com! I found out last week that I was nominated for a Carolina Music Award. Awards and the ceremony will be presented on Saturday, June 28, 2008 at the Progress Energy Center in Downtown Raleigh, NC. Awards are based on votes from fans. There are two ways to vote:
Online at www.CarolinaMusicAwards.com (Free)
Text vote ($0.99 – more information on www.CarolinaMusicAwards.com)
Voting begins on Friday, May 30th! For more info and to vote for me, please check out www.CarolinaMusicAwards.com and www.myspace.com/cmacountry.
Thank you for your support! Jessi Hamilton www.jessihamiltonmusic.com
Online at www.CarolinaMusicAwards.com (Free)
Text vote ($0.99 – more information on www.CarolinaMusicAwards.com)
Voting begins on Friday, May 30th! For more info and to vote for me, please check out www.CarolinaMusicAwards.com and www.myspace.com/cmacountry.
Thank you for your support! Jessi Hamilton www.jessihamiltonmusic.com
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Jessi Hamilton is a 24-year-old singer/songwriter and pianist from Raleigh, NC. Jessi began playing the piano at age four and started writing and recording her first songs at fourteen. In 2004, she released her debut self-titled album. Currently working on her sophomore album, "Rebirth", she has been named "one of the best independent female artists in the country" by RockRGrl magazine. She has also been featured on numerous recordings and has performed along the East Coast.
"People need to hear Jessi's voice. She is an artist who sings with a sincerity that will melt people's souls. Mine did."
Dominic Miller
Solo Artist and Long-Time Guitarist for Sting
"(Jessi Hamilton) has a really beautiful voice . . . It is reminiscent of both Stevie Nicks and Madonna."
Narada Michael Walden
Grammy Award Winning Producer / Musician for Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Wynonna Judd, Jeff Beck, Al Green, and Stevie Wonder
"I am honored to be working with Jessi Hamilton. These are great songs with very strong melodies. She is a remarkable talent."
Lou Gramm
Solo Artist and Lead Vocalist for FOREIGNER
"Jessi Hamilton is living proof that there are still musical artists out there who are individually evolved rather than mass-produced."
Conrad Stinnett III
Music Critic - Peoria Journal Star
"Don't be fooled! Jessi Hamilton is not some gorgeous fashion model who wants to be a singer. Ok, the gorgeous part is true, but trust me, this girl can sing! And she's a quirky, intelligent songwriter too. You'll be glad you were introduced to Jessi Hamilton."
Vince Marino
Music Correspondent, ABC Radio Network - New York, NY
"People need to hear Jessi's voice. She is an artist who sings with a sincerity that will melt people's souls. Mine did."
Dominic Miller
Solo Artist and Long-Time Guitarist for Sting
"(Jessi Hamilton) has a really beautiful voice . . . It is reminiscent of both Stevie Nicks and Madonna."
Narada Michael Walden
Grammy Award Winning Producer / Musician for Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Wynonna Judd, Jeff Beck, Al Green, and Stevie Wonder
"I am honored to be working with Jessi Hamilton. These are great songs with very strong melodies. She is a remarkable talent."
Lou Gramm
Solo Artist and Lead Vocalist for FOREIGNER
"Jessi Hamilton is living proof that there are still musical artists out there who are individually evolved rather than mass-produced."
Conrad Stinnett III
Music Critic - Peoria Journal Star
"Don't be fooled! Jessi Hamilton is not some gorgeous fashion model who wants to be a singer. Ok, the gorgeous part is true, but trust me, this girl can sing! And she's a quirky, intelligent songwriter too. You'll be glad you were introduced to Jessi Hamilton."
Vince Marino
Music Correspondent, ABC Radio Network - New York, NY
Do you play live?
Yes. I'm mainly doing shows around the Raleigh, NC area, but am planning to start booking some more shows along the East coast. I love performing. One of my favorite performance opportunities has been working with Night of Dreams. Every year since 2003, a group of local musicians and artists has put on a show to benefit different charities. This has been a great way for me to meet some incredible local talent and use my music for a good cause.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Yes.
Your influences?
I grew up listening to Broadway and classical music. In middle school, I fell in love with Sarah McLachlan’s music and started listening to some more contemporary artists. Some of my favorite artists now and musical inspirations are Stevie Wonder, Prince, Sting, Oasis, The Beatles, Nirvana, Ella Fitzgerald and Carole King, to name a few.
Favorite spot?
Ireland/Scotland
Equipment used:
Kurzweil PC2X keyboard