A Girl Named Jaen
Tori Amos,Alanis Morisette,Michelle Branch,Garbage, Nelly Fertado
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Epitaph Epitaph
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Sometimes, an artist comes along whose music combines undeniable honesty and sophistication,introspection and accessibility, vulnerability and strength. A Girl Named Jaen blends these qualities together seamlessly on her debut opus DUSK, an impressive recording that couples modern electronic soundscapes with acoustic instrumentation, and compelling lyrics with infectious hooks.
Although a girl named Jaen's sound can be described as juxtaposing Madonna's melodic sensibilities with Alanis Morissette's raw emotion, at times echoing Shirly Manson's sensual coolness and an underground Sneaker Pimp's feel, her signature sound definitly stands alone,remarkably fresh and interesting. Says the seasoned vocalist/songwriter, "I wanted to make an album on my own terms, to have fun musically while exploring lyrical themes that were important or interesting to me. And to embrace some issues that most people have trouble even acknowleging."
A Girl Named Jaen's songs have been featured in critically acclaimed independent films,Popular Television shows, and numurous sites on the Internet.Band/artist history
More of a solo at this point with revolving players but looking to form a more solid lineup.Have you performed in front of an audience?I do play live. Ive played lots in Hollywood at clubs like Dragonfly, The Gig, Genghis Cohen, Highland Grounds to name a few. I do like playing live, connecting with the listeners. Probably the most special moment(s) for me are. When I performed at the Long Beach Sports Arena for a dance competition. Sounds cheesy I know, but there were about 7000 people there. The energy of that many people was great and I thought Id be nervous but it was fun. On the flip side I did a gig at Genghis Cohen (a really intimate club) for about 70 people where people knew my songs, the energy was just right and everyone was having a good time. Cool when that magic happens.
Your musical influences
Honestly, everything! I know that sounds like a copout but I love so many kinds of music. Im influenced by radio by retro stuff that belonged to my parents and relatives, by movies. I tend to gravitate more deeply to the dark side of music. The songs in minor. But Im a pop whore too. I love love System Of A Down, Tool, Pink Floyd, Massive Attack and Incubus but I have the NEW Britney Spears on my i-pod right now. I also love classical and opera, Bluegrass. Im not a huge country fan overall. Ill never tune into it on the radio BUT I can appreciate the craft of a good song in any genre or language. Im influenced by performer/artist who dont hold back vocally, emotionally, physically.What equipment do you use?
Im not an equipment/techie kinda girl. I co-produce with others who are. In any event, weve used the cheapest oldest stuff to the latest. I think its about the ears of the producers and engineers ultimately, not the equipment. Ive worked with producers who work on Cubase, Logic, Digital Performer and Pro-tools software and they all for there own personal reason say its the best. Hardware is all over the place too. So I guess the answer for now is whatever equipment I can get my hands on.Anything else?
Thanks for listening, sharing and inspiring me. Pass it on!
hollywood, CA
USA
ID
131798
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Comments (11)
Very fine indeed... would suit a Bond-film, I reckon :-)
Another super song - I like the detail in the production - seems like a lot of work has gone into balancing the song - cool.
I really like this track :-)
Damn, girl the songs are nice just like your eyezzz
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Epitaph is awesome. Very innovative sound.
Below is the link to my music. It's a little on the radical side, but fun for the whole family.
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