How’s your summer goin' so far? Well, we have been jazzin up a “Storm” with Norman Brown’s Summer Storm~ The band is smokin!!!! Norman Brown, Phil Perry, Brenda Russell, and Gail Jhonson, just to name a few! Here’s some fun pics from our previous shows…
Performing the Anthem for the Padres
Also, had a blast performing the "National Anthem" for the Padres in San Diego!
Working on my next album!
This summer has been a great time to reconnect with friends and family including my mentor and producer, Paul Brown. Lately we’ve been in the creative stages, writing and recording music.
We’re about half way through my third album!! I can’t believe how fast time flies. I can still remember when I was waiting for "Tequila Moon" to be released, a little over 2 years ago!
I know you guys are gonna luv the new album! It has a kinda funky Brazilian jazz vibe to it with some Paul Brown guitars, sizzilin' sax and fun vocals too!
Lastly I wanted to share with you the joyful part about being an artist…recently I was touched by this kind note:
“Hey Jessy, Just wanted to Thank You!! Two Years Ago, you played the Jazz Fest in San Antonio, TX. My daughter met you backstage and you told her she was beautiful and she has never forgotten it. 2 weeks after she saw you, she ended up in the hospital and almost lost her life due to an infection in her heart. I can tell you that as she laid in PICU , she said, "Dad, we're gonna miss the JazzFest".....it broke my heart, but Thank God She's completely healed now....she starts school in August has has elected to learn how to play SAX!!!!!!! I think you had a little to do with that and I am GRATEFUL to you. May God continue to Bless you as you inspire other young girls around the world to pursue their dreams.“
How’s it goin? I’m having a fun summer with friends and family- as some of you already know my dad has miraculously survived cancer! We are very happy and blessed for his health.
Also, had an opportunity to visit with my Mom for Mothers Day and see my sister too!
Comin up this weekend I am joyed to announce our concert in Tucson!
Sunday, May 30th, 2010 7:00 PM Jessy J Tucson Jazz Society @ the Loews Venana Canyon Resort 7000 North Resort Drive Tucson, AZ 85750 520.299.2020 http://www.tucsonjazz.org/
Also I’ll be doing a special interview on "The Morning Blend" on KGUN-9 in Tucson, this Friday at 11am.
Please tune into KYOT for your chance to win tickets and even a free CD this week: http://www.kyot.com/
Other Great News! TRUE LOVE is coming up the charts!!
Debuting at an impressive #25 on the R & R monitored chart this week, please help us reach #1 this summer by calling your local radio station to request "TRUE LOVE" today!
Hope you get to have some fun in the sun this week!
Sending ya all my love! ~jessy
Sunday, May 23rd, 2010 12:20 AM
MUSIC REVOLUTION!
According to Billboard Magazine, by 2011 music downloads will exceed the number of CD’s purchased! Why don’t we join forces in revolutionizing the way people experience MUSIC? Join me on facebook, twitter, reverbnation, youtube and all the other social media networks that make daily interaction between fans and artists a community~ I'm there everyday sharing my life's experiences…whether I'm practicing, writing, getting ready for a show, or kickin it in the pool- I'll tell ya all about it here: http://twitter.com/JessyJsax
It's all about staying connected and these are just a few examples of the new "revolution" that is taking place. I'm excited to be in these new times and am ready to embrace the future...I am thankful for the opportunity to be able to connect easily with fans in Brazil, London, Tokyo and France :8) VOTE **Today and Tomorrow for TRUE LOVE!!!!
on Allen Kepler's Smooth Jazz Top 20 feedback track: Click here to vote! Listen to The WAVE in Los Angeles and KIFM in San Diego to hear my very first commercial on air! OVATION CELL THERAPY
I seriously LOVE this product! Check it out for yourself and enter "KIFM" or "The Wave" at check out to receive a special Money savings discount! Come see my band live at the FOX theater this SATURDAY APRIL 10 @ 7PM CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS!
Hiya! Some people say Jazzy J instead of Jessy J , LOL
We had a fantastic time performing at the Berks Jazz Fest, Seabreeze Jazz fest, and the Fox Riverside Theater…if you missed the shows you can check out some of the videos here!
New Press Articles: Latina Style MagazineCover Story; Latinas in the Jazz WorldFeb 2010
"She’s Latina, and plays the sax and sings and dances, and has that particular passion and rhythm.’ It’s very rewarding to be the kind of artist that reflects what I really am: I am a Latina, and I’m very proud of my parents and where they came from and how hard they worked to provide opportunities for my sister and me.”
Java Jazz Fest:
Being in a third world country reminded me how fortunate we are to live in a place with so many amenities. Simple things like drinking water or air conditioning can easily be taken for granted.
I also found that the Indonesian fans were completely sweet and embraced our culture…upon arriving in Jakarta we were invited to a special Dinner Party at the US Embassy.
READ more about it here…. http://www.jessyj.com/blog/index.php
Morning of the Carnival from "True Love" by Jessy J
Monday, March 1st, 2010 1:34 AM
Happy V-Day!!
Here's a long distance hug from me to you. I'm in Toronto, Canada doing a string of Valentine's Day shows with friends. I hope you have a special and romantic Valentine's with lots of chocolate and amor.
This Valentine's, spend time with your loved ones and let them know they're appreciated. I appreciate you! My True Love and Passion is music.
Click here to purchase a copy of True Love! Or stop by your closest CD Store to pick up a copy for that special someone in time for Valentine's Day.
Besos,
Jessy
Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 12:34 AM
My Funny Valentine
Funny, this Year I am blessed with 5 VALENTINES Day concerts!!!
I´m gonna be all loved out by the time Feb 14 rolls around!! Just joking…
Hope to see you in Detroit, Toledo, Toronto, Long Beach or San Diego soon!
Feb 8- San Diego, Borders- Rancho Carmel @ 7pm + an exclusive perform on FOX 5
Feb 11- Toronto (Canada) Old Mill @ 8pm
Feb 12- Detroit, Seldom Blue @ 8pm
Feb 13- Perrysburg (near Toledo) @ 8pm
Feb 14- Long Beach, Terrace Theatre @ 7pm
Exciting News:
The Official Line Up for Norm Brown´s Summer Storm has been announced!!
Norman Brown, Brenda Russell, Phil Perry, Me on the Sax, and featuring the lovely Gail Jhonson on Keys….can´t wait to hit the Road….I´m ready to go!
Grammy Week was super FUN! I had an opportunity to catch up with the hottest female band on the planet! Beyonce´s band including my girls- Tia Fuller on Sax and Kim Thompson on Drums! WE went to a special "Estelle" concert on Friday night at Paramount Studios…and danced the night away…
But the Fun didn´t stop there…
ON Sunday at the Grammy Pre-Telecast Awards I ran into some great Grammy nominated musical friends like Philippe Sais, Gerald Clayton, Boney James and the entire Grammy Award Winning Team at Concord Records! Whom I also had the pleasure of sitting with at the Grammy´s
And if that wasn´t enough fun packed action….last week I also had the HUGE HONOR of recording with one of my Saxophone Heroes, KIRK WHALUM. We recorded a Duet for his upcoming "Tribute to Donny Hathaway" album- it will be released in August.
Hope to see you soon!
Be blessed & Happy V- Day!
~jessy j
Sunday, January 17th, 2010 4:45 PM
Do you have a Passport?
Well its time to get one! Come join us for a fun and adventurous Tour!!
This year is filled with some Awesome International Performances:
This month being home has been invaluable- I received some inspiration from my Great mentor and friend, Jeff Clayton- he says that "you need space in order to be creative" and he is so right! I am thankful and blessed for such wonderful people in my life. I am also very happy to announce that the Clayton Brothers are nominated for a Grammy this Year along with another marvelous musician Chris Botti! I hope they all win!! Also at the Latin Grammy´s my dear friend and writing partner (Llegaste Tu) Paullina Aguirre and Producer- Pablo Aguirre were both recipients of Latin Grammies!!! Congratulations to you all! You are an inspiration ☺
Wising you a prosperous and Fabulous 2010!
Blessings,
Jessy
Tuesday, January 12th, 2010 9:38 AM
True Love Music Video!
Sunday, January 10th, 2010 3:30 PM
Set a New Trend in 2,000 and 10 !!
May your goodness continue to bloom throughout the coming YEAR!! Wishing you good Health, prosperity, Joy, and New Beginnings in 2010.
2009 has been full of new opportunities and rich in blessings. I am thankful for a Wonderful Year and also for your terrific support!
What will the rhythm of your YEAR look like? How will you move towards your destiny and what steps will you take to make it a reality?
Lets work on our goals together and accomplish Great Things.
I am also very humbled and honored to be nominated for a Canadian Smooth Jazz Award in the Category "International Instrumentlaist of the YEAR" along side lengendary guitarist George Benson, phenomenal saxophonist Boney James, Sultry saxist Euge Groove, my buddy and fave Brit Peter White, and cool trumpeter Rick Braun!
other Great News- Tropical Rain will be featured on Allen Keplers Smooth Jazz Top 20 Countdown this weekend as the number one song in the country! (for 3 months in a row!) http://smoothjazztop20.com/index.html
I am so thankful and blessed for these wonderful opportunities and also the experience of sharing them with all of you.
Being home from Tour has been fun and relaxing- I've been back in the pool and catching up on my favorite movies, TV shows, and magazine scoops!!! LOL
be blessed,
luv ya!
~jessy
Friday, November 20th, 2009 1:38 PM
HAPPY FRIDAY!!
Happy Firday you guys!! I'm in Hawaii enjoying some beautiful weather and getting ready for a cool show with Brian Culbertson and Michael Paulo at the Royal Hawaiin Theatre. If you're around tomorrow evening please stop bye!
JAZZ ALLEY here we come!
That’s right- we’ll be back performing songs from my brand new CD, TRUE LOVE, in the Northwest - 4 shows at the WORLD Famous “Jazz Alley” http://www.jazzalley.com/artist.asp?artistid=797
THEN…. super excited to spend Halloween this YEAR in LONDON! Performing and rehearsing with MICHAEL BOLTON’s band…we are going to FILM a LIVE DVD from ROYAL ALBERT HALL!!!
O my goodness- thank GOD for all the beautiful events coming up…
You better HOLD ON!...I’m coming!!!
Ttys,
Jessy
Wednesday, October 14th, 2009 7:00 AM
HEY~ check this out!
Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
Jessy & KSSJ - 7:00pm
The Park Lounge
1116 15th Street.
Sacramento, CA
916.442.7222
helping promote Smooth Jazz Sampler´s release party. The Sampler is a charity cd. All net proceeds from the sale of the cd go to local Easter Seals.
It is a free event, all welcome.
Sunday, October 18th, 2009
JESSY J - 2:00pm
Catalina Jazztrax
Avalon, CA
Tuesday, September 29th, 2009 12:42 AM
GRAMMY´S
Hey that´s right the Grammy´s are just around the corner, and its time to VOTE!
If you are a voting member of the Grammies please consider my new ALBUM "TRUE LOVE" for BEST POP Instrumental Album.
Field 1
Category 10
VOTE 037
Something interesting- as I was scrolling through the entry list I noticed only 4 female names entered in the instrumental category out of a whopping 82 entries!
I think its time for a change! Please be apart of making history, lets encourage more people to vote ☺
Most recently at a DOVE commercial interview when asked what I believe REAL BEAUTY is, my answer was "confidence in embracing our diversity". And as a young female Latin JAZZ musician I am embracing the future with LOVE and HOPE.
I´ll be your very special host DJ on Watercolors
That´s Sirius XM channel 71.
This THURSDAY
October 1 – "Guest Artist Hour: Jessy J" (2-3pm ET)
October brings a month of guest DJs to Watercolors! Each Thursday, your favorite contemporary jazz artists are taking over the Watercolors studio. This Thursday at 2pm ET, c-jazz saxophonist Jessy J is your host, sharing stories and songs from her new release True Love.
Latest news- I´m off to London for a week of shows with the Awesome Paul Brown !! Then when I return we´ll be helping KSSJ celebrate a new CD release at Borders!
And how can we forget the Beautiful Santa Catalina Jazztrax festival! Shows in Florida & the cool Blues Alley in SEATTLE!!
Hi friends and Fam! I am so honored to be on the COVER of Saxophone journal Magazine coming out this OCTOBER!! you can pre-order your copy here !!! "And what do the critics think of jessy's abilities? David Gibson, Editor of Saxophone Journal, who is notoriously stingy when it comes to certifying saxophonists as talented, recently wrote, “Jessy J is truly a gifted and talented artist. You’ll notice I didn’t say musician. Musicians are more numerous than artists… Artists are human beings who demonstrate exceptional gifts and skills at what they do… Jessy does it all.” It’s just not possible to earn any higher accolade. " http://www.dornpub.com/saxophonejournal.html other great news! we've made it to #1 on the Groove Music Charts- TROPICAL RAIN is ranked as the number one most played song in the country on GROOVE radio chart and also on the R n R indicator charts!! clocking in at an impressive #2 on the Monitored chart! please do us a HUGE favor by calling in to your local radio station today to request your favorite way to stay cool in the Summer heat... "Tropical Rain"
also if you're in the Texas, North Carolina, or Washington DC areas please check out a live show this week! details below... I had a blast performing before Lee Ritenour in Washington earlier this week as well as a fun time performing a sizziling HOT show (literally) in Arizona!!! _you can check my facebook page for the most upto date pics !! If you like to listen to XM/Sirius radio please tune in to MAXIM Radio TODAY at 2pm and also Watercolors at 3PM EASTERN TIME!! for my live interviews!! I love what I do!!! It is going to be a fun filled week traveling to NYC, Washington DC, Texas, and NC!!! looking forward to seeeing you soon! Lots of TRUE LOVE! JESSY
Also- Thank you for all of your support in Helping “TRUE LOVE “debut at #3 on the Contemporary Jazz Charts…
Currently, “Tropical Rain” my new RADIO single is #4 on Allen Kepler’s Smooth Jazz TOP 20 countdown!
Let’s keep the momentum going- please tell all of your friends and family about the song & CD if you Luv it- and maybe they will too!!!
Wishing you all the best- peace, happiness & “True Love”
Tu amigita,
Jessy!
You guys know that I like to share with you- so here are some recent video clips for your viewing pleasure !!
WHAT: Special Guest appearance
WHERE: With the beautifully talented Pat Prescott and hunky singer Brian McKnight on their morning show in LOS ANGELES from 6-9 AM!
Then a live interview on San Diego's FOX Morning Show at 8AM....
then a fun Hornblower party!
I will be sure keep in touch via facebook, twitter!!
Wednesday:
WHAT: KMIR 6 TV Morning Show
WHERE: Palm Springs at 6 AM!!!! bring the espresso please!!
Then a chilled out CD release party full of LOVE!!
WHERE: Hyatt Grand Champions Resort
WHEN: 6-8pm
Thursday:
TRUE LOVE CD Release Fiesta in Sacramento!
Borders
Friday:
Contest winner dinner and G & S concert in Newport!
Tuesday, August 4th, 2009
"TRUE LOVE" CD Release Party!!! - 6:30pm
Hornblower
1066 North Harbor Drive
San Diego Bay Cruise, CA
**Crusie from 7pm-9pm
Wednesday, August 5th, 2009
"TRUE LOVE" CD Release Party!!! - 6:00pm
Hyatt Grand Champions Resort
44600 Indian Wells Lane
Indian Wells, CA
(760) 341-1000
Thursday, August 6th, 2009
"TRUE LOVE" CD Release Party!!! - 7:00pm
Borders
2339 Fair Oaks Blvd.
Sacramento, CA
Friday, August 7th, 2009
Guitars & Saxes - 8:00pm
The Waves Hyatt Newporter Summer Jazz Series
1107 Jamboree Road
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Featuring Euge Groove, Jeff Golub, Jeff Lorber and Jessy J
Saturday, August 8th, 2009
Guitars & Saxes - 8:00pm
Rodney Strong Winery
11455 Old Redwood
Healdsburg, CA
Friday, July 24th, 2009 2:28 PM
WIN ME!!!!
Do you wanna WIN ME?
or a dinner with me?
or 2 free tickets to our show on August 7?
how about (1) nights stay at the lovely Hyatt Newporter?
if you answered yes to any and all of the abouve...
SO proud of all of the fantastic musicians that contributed their talents to this beautiful project produced by Paul Brown & Pablo Aguirre
OUR FIRST REVIEW OF TRUE LOVE:
First Review quotes:
“Jessy has talent, chops, and originality”
“sweetly pleasant vocals” “projecting a sound and identity of her own” True Love is smooth jazz meets Latin jazz ~All Music Guide “high-talented sax player” captivating… “Her sax performance is sensationally enticing” “Fresh vocals” “edgy contemporary (sax)” “uplifting…awesome…very authentic and emotional” “irresistible for all lovers of the Latin flavored sax” “Jessy J is the ultimate Latin answer to Smooth Jazz” ~HBH, First Review http://www.smooth-jazz.de/firstview/JessyJ/Truelove.htm
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009 12:40 AM
FIRST REVIEW!!!!
"Jessy has talent, chops, and originality"
"sweetly pleasant vocals"
"projecting a sound and identity of her own"
"True Love is smooth jazz meets Latin jazz"
~All Music Guide
"high-talented sax player"
"captivating…"
"Her sax performance is sensationally enticing"
"Fresh vocals"
"edgy contemporary (sax)"
"uplifting…awesome…very authentic and emotional"
"irresistible for all lovers of the Latin flavored sax"
"Jessy J is the ultimate Latin answer to Smooth Jazz"
I'm on tour with Michael Bolton visiting the wonderful Old World Countries of Europe...
Istanbul was Amazing- great lamb ribs, Lebanon was a trip!, Greece was a Blast, and now we're off to Porto, portugal for some Port Wine!!! I'll let cha know all about it when we get there!
One BIG KISS!!!
love,
Jessy
Monday, July 6th, 2009 9:24 AM
True LOVE vol 5
Monday, June 22nd, 2009 1:39 PM
Are you ready to fall in Love?
Tuesday, June 9th, 2009 12:15 PM
Thursday, June 4th, 2009 12:03 AM
Jessy J "True Love" vol 1
Thursday, May 28th, 2009 11:59 AM
Let's Get Together & Feel Alright!
Hola Amigos,
Que pasa? I'm finally on vacay, here in beautiful sunny & humid Flordia, LOL!
It's kinda a working Vacay...a little playing and some performing...
spekaing of...
This Saturday, May 30th, 2009 JESSY J - 8:00pm WLOQ Party! Jazz Jams Uptown at Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte! Orlando, FL
Come on by...it's gonna be fun!
We are having a very special meet and Greet Reception @ 7pm hosted by jazz enthusiast and fan club VP Michael Delaney..please rsvp if you're in the area and would like to atend this FREE and yummy event!
michael@jessyjfanclub.com
SO this has a been a FUN PACKED month !!
The month of MAY has been a great time to reunite with some of the most awesome players in the World like...
Kirk Whalum,
Boney James,
Gerald Albright,
Chris Botti,
norman brown,
Eric Darius,
mindi & Candy
Not to mention we kicked off the fantablous Guitars & Saxes Tour!!
Featuring Euge Groove, Jeff Golub, Jeff Lorber and Jessy J
Thursday, June 11th, 2009 Jessy J on Blake Aaron's radio talk show on KSBR - 4:00pm http://
CA Well be playing some live tracks and discussing a lot of cool stuff...like my new CD :), upcoming gigs, and world events!
Saturday, June 13th, 2009 V98.7 Smooth JazzFest - 8:00pm Chene Park 2600 East Attwater Detroit,, MI 48207 GUITARS & SAXES 2009 Featuring Euge Groove, Jeff Golub, Jeff Lorber and Jessy J
Monday, June 15th, 2009 Guitars & Saxes - 8:00pm Skyline Stage Navy Pier Chicago, IL Featuring Euge Groove, Jeff Golub, Jeff Lorber and Jessy J
Monday, June 22nd, 2009 TRAVEL day to EUROPE!!!! - 6:00am
Friday, June 26th, 2009 Michael Bolton - 8:00pm Thessaloniki
Greece
Sunday, June 28th, 2009 Michael Bolton - 8:00pm Sala Palatulti
Bucharest Romania
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 Michael Bolton - 8:00pm National Palace of Culture
Sofia
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 10:07 PM
Girls Night Out!!!
Mindi and I had our first ever "Girls Night Out" concert in Palm Spings and it was a blast...
We are in the midst of planning our first FAN CLUB exclusive receptions in Sacramento, Newport Beach, and Florida!
Don't miss out on your opportunity to have an engaging experience with the fun Fan CLUB!
It easy..just follow this link, add your name and email to the list and you're good to go! No fees, lots of interaction, free give aways, and personal one on one time!!
Saxophonist Jessy J made the biggest splash with the title track from her debut CD, “Tequila Moon” (peak/CMG)
~Radio & Records Jessy J breezes to No. 1 on her first try… ~Radio & Records "Tequila Moon"…(her pop and Latin-influenced debut set) has resided in the top 20 of Billboard's Top Contemporary Jazz Albums chart since its March release.”
~Radio & Records
Nominated for a 2008 International Jazz Award *Best New Artist
NO. 1 song of the Year (Smooth Jazz) ~Billboard
Hot Artist ~Billboard
Debut Artist of the Year ~Jazztrax Radio
"Aside from bringing her luminous smile, sultry tenor- and soprano-sax playing, and sensual singing to the mix, Jessy is single-handedly expanding the demographic boundaries of smooth jazz in two directions." ~Jazziz "The sexiest sax player... ever." ~Boward Times "Wow! What a discovery!... smoky, intense, throaty, complex, and sexy. On top of the blowing, this girl can sing as well! This just might be the best all around contemporary jazz release of the year." ~contemporary jazz.com “increasing the boundaries of jazz both musically and demographically” ~Jazziz
“revolutionizing jazz” as a young Latina ~ People Espanol To say that singer, composer and saxophonist Jessy J is a gifted artist, almost seems like an insignificant statement, in light of her exquisite debut album "Tequila Moon." She woos you in Spanish as she coos the words... and she seduces you subtly with soft and tender chords from her tenor sax..."~Jazz Police “Jessy J is able to serve up evocative phrases that transcend the jazz and pop genres” ~Jazz Police “From the opening track "Tequila Moon," until the last notes …Jessy J´s music will charm you and hold you as a willing captive under its enchanting spell. “ ~Jazz Police “pleasing melodies, sexy-sultry sound, jazz instincts come alive… flawless… This new talent has staying power.” ~Jazz times "Jessy´s cool tones, her hot saxophone licks and her lovely laid-back vocals and overall sensuality, TEQUILA MOON is one heck of a debut. I'm lovin' it!" ~Sounds of Timeless Jazz "The Jessy J sound is what will end up getting you. She soulfully caresses a supremely beautiful tone and feeling out of her instrument, whether it´s her tenor, soprano, flute or voice" ~Smoothjazz.com "...shows off an individual voice and a gift for melodic improvisation..." ~All Music Guide "This CD has a hot, exotic, latin feel to it & also provides us an in depth look into the talents of Ms. J!" ~Urban Music Scene "As I listen to TEQUILA MOON, I wonder if this is how I´d have felt on a first listen to, say, Boney James, or Dave Koz, or Grover Washington, Jr., and I´m thinking, "yes" because she´s that good! This is one of those cases where you just know… from the music and delivery to her personal drive and dedication to excellence… there is absolutely no stopping this empowered performer. Join us in watching her Smooth Jazz star rise to the absolute top! " -Smooth Jazz.com "Multi-talented...break through...dazzilng...special! " -Urban Music Scene "Excellent...strong...pleasant...gifted" -Billboard Music
"Jazz Sensibilities…Stand Out…" - Jazz Times Magazine "Sexy….Soulful…Irresistible…Incredible" - Smooth Jazz monthly
Monday, March 23rd, 2009 1:10 AM
People Always ask me...
..."why do I play music?"
The answer is easy for me... I have discovered what I was meant to do.. I LOVE to play music... I mean LOVE!!! When I have time, I enjoy practicing, and I get a thrill from recording music, have fun singing it, and run high on the vapors of performance long after it is over...
"And the Greatest of these is Love'
Cor 13
I am so happy to announce that one of my favorite artists...
GREGG KARUKAS
is releasing his new CD "Manhattan" on March 31
Saturday, March 14th, 2009
JESSY J - 8:00pm
Spaghettini Jazz Bar & Grill
3005 Old Ranch Parkway,
Seal Beach, CA 90740
562-596-2199
Reservations recommended....
See you there!
Friday, March 20th, 2009
Jessy J - 8:00pm
USC MAAA Benefit Concert
Beverly Wilshire Hotel
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
This is a charity event hosted by USC's Mexican American Alumni Association at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel Ballroom. I am an Alum of both the University and this Awesome Organization. The proceeds from this evenings performance will be donated to help other students attend the college of their dreams!
Thursday, March 26th, 2009
Jessy J - 4:00pm
Weekend of Jazz at the Broadmoor
1 Lake Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Thursday, April 2nd, 2009
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
Casino Rama Entertainment Centre
Rama,
ON
Friday, April 3rd, 2009
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
Place Des Arts
Montreal, Quebec
Saturday, April 11th, 2009
JESSY J & DW3 - 8:00pm
7th Street Chophouse
465 West 7th Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
310.684.1753
reservations recommended...
luv ya!
Saturday, April 25th, 2009
JESSY J - 4:00pm
CITY OF LIGHTS JAZZ FEST
Govt. Amphitheatre
Las Vegas, NV
Monday, March 2nd, 2009 2:24 AM
GREAT NEWS!!!!
My second CD is finally complete!!! Hooray...the process was long, emotional, and captivating!! And you'll get to see it all on video!! The fabulous Cameron Smith of "My Jazz Network" came down to the studio to get some live footage of us in action..and ended up lending his vocal skills on one of the tracks too!! You never know what might happen in the studio, LOL!!!!
The 2009 Guitars & Saxes line-up has officially been announced:
This year the tour will feature the fresh and funky beats of keyboard master JEFF LORBER, the Blusey & cool, chuck-wearing guitarist JEFF GOLUB, Re-ligifying sexy sax man EUGE GROVE and yours truly :)
I am so excited and thrilled to be apart of this world class organization and can't wait for our first show!! Thus far, the tour includes dates at the Newport Beach Jazz Festival, Rancho Mirage, Thornton Winery, Seattle, and much, much, more...
I have a feeling it's gonna be an OUTSTANDING YEAR!
Please stay tuned for the upcoming release details of my new CD :)
p.s. I promise that I DO read ALL of the emails you send me :)
AND I will get BACK to you soon ....
Wednesday, February 11th, 2009 9:15 AM
My day at the Grammy´s
Hello Everyone,
The Grammy’s were such an Amazing experience!!! I was able to hang out with some of my favorite artist and hear music from the most talented performers of today.
Here’s the shake down on the event activities:
I flew in early Sunday morning from Las Vegas (after two shows with Michael Bolton at the House of Blues)…. ran home and got ready super quick.
Then I proceeded to the Pre-Telecast (the events that you don’t see on TV, most of the Jazz Awards are recognized at this time), I had a fun time sitting with Steve Chapman and Ron Moss. And even had time to wish Gerald Albright and Earl Klugh good luck before their category nominations were presented (Best Pop Instrumental Album).
After all these actives were finished we took a stroll over to the red carpet. And this is where all the fun began! We were just chillin and everyone walked right by… Coldplay, LL Cool J, Jay Z, Jonas Brothers, Neil Diamond. I mean my head was kinda spinning!!! We watched the Ceremony then headed over the to the Grammy After Party-that was a blast! Loved every moment. I got a chance to chat it up with Bret from “Flight of the Conchords” – one of my favorite HBO shows, and even said hello to Neil Portnow, the Grammy President. All in all it was a fantastic experience and I already can’t wait for the Grammy’s next year! It’s definitely the best party/musical event I have ever been to in my whole life!!
Topics include:
The craziest thing a fan has done during a performance
How I surprise people ... and
Warm up routines...
What have you guys been up to lately? I have had the pleasure of enjoying this beautiful weather with sometime off for rest, relaxation, and recuperating from a very busy year!
Lately, I have been hitting the pool with the Masters Swim team in Pasadena, California and practicing my new horn, almost non-stop!! And also chillin out with friends....
I know the year is just getting started so I am soaking in all the fun while I can....
Tuesday, January 27th, 2009
Crown Theater
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
Fayetteville, NC
Thursday, January 29th, 2009
Ferguson Center
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
Christopher Newport College
Newport News, VA
Saturday, January 31st, 2009
Naples Philharmonic
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
Naples, FL
Friday, February 6th, 2009
House of Blues
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
Las Vegas, NV
Saturday, February 7th, 2009
House of Blues
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
Las Vegas, NV
Saturday, February 14th, 2009
Valentine's Day Concert
Marion Meadows & Jessy J - 8:00pm
AZ
Friday, March 20th, 2009
Beverly Wilshire Hotel
JESSY J - 8:00pm
Beverly Hills, CA
This is a charity event hosted by USC's Mexican American Alumni
Association at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel Ballroom. I am an Alum of
both the University and this Awesome Organization. The proceeds from
this evenings performance will be donated to help other students
attend the college of their dreams!
Saturday, April 25th, 2009
CITY OF LIGHTS JAZZ FEST
JESSY J - 4:00pm
Las Vegas, NV
Saturday, May 23rd, 2009
Gas Lamp District Jazz Festival
JESSY J - 4:00pm
San Diego, CA
Friday, January 9th, 2009 3:40 AM
Oh Yeah!
Hello Everyone!
Happy 2009~
It´s a wonderful way to get a fresh start on a New Season :)
I had a happy time visiting with friends and family over the Holidays and created a fun Video blog (Vlog) of interviews and special stories and treats:
This year, topping off my resolution list-
I hope to remember to take time to smell the roses & dance like nobody´s watching, LOL!
Recently, I have been in the studio working on my second CD, it has been so much fun to be back at the creative stages, writing, performing, arranging, and being in the moment. I am very excited and honored to be working with Paul Brown on this project…he´s an AMAZING producer!
Also, I just finished up an interview for the Jazztrax Radio-on-demand show about being the Debut Artist of the Year (2008). It was so nice to catch up with OUR dear friend and strong supporter of music, Art Good. This interview will be aired next week:
Wishing you and your family happiness, joy and peace this Holiday SEASON.
This has been a Year of Dreams come true. Thank you for being apart of this journey and I hope to continue to share many more moments over the years to come…
All my Best today and always,
Love,
Jessy
LATEST NEWS:
Tequila Moon is the #1 SONG OF THE YEAR in Radio & Records and Billboard
BILLBOARD
YEAR END CHARTS
Hot Smooth Jazz Songs
Issue Date: 2008
1 TEQUILA MOON Jessy J
2 WINDOW OF THE SOUL Chuck Loeb
3 SAX-O-LOCO Kenny G
4 LUCKY STAR Paul Hardcastle
5 POP'S COOL GROOVE Norman Brown
6 MR. GROOVE Euge Groove
7 FALLIN' FOR YOU The Sax Pack
8 ALWAYS REMEMBER Brian Culbertson
9 LOVE & PARAGRAPHS Chris Standring
10 LET IT GO Boney James
11 L.A. CITY LIGHTS Candy Dulfer
12 BLUE WATER Eric Marienthal
13 OLD SCHOOL Everette Harp
14 VENICE Chris Botti
15 OL' SKOOLIN' Paul Brown
And….I was selected as a "Hot Smooth Jazz Artist"
BILLBOARD
YEAR END CHARTS
Hot Smooth Jazz Artists
Issue Date: 2008
1 PAUL HARDCASTLE Trippin 'n' Rhythm
2 KENNY G Starbucks/Concord/CMG
3 EUGE GROOVE Narada Jazz/Capitol
4 BONEY JAMES Concord/CMG
5 JESSY J Peak/CMG
6 CHUCK LOEB Heads Up
7 NORMAN BROWN Peak/CMG
8 CANDY DULFER Heads Up
9 THE SAX PACK Shanachie
10 BRIAN CULBERTSON GRP/Verve
IT'S BEEN A VERY GOOD YEAR FOR PEAK RECORDS!
Label is #1
(Beverly Hills, CA -- December 15, 2008) Top industry publications
Billboard Magazine and Radio and Records both agree -- Peak Records is #1 and has been named #1 Smooth Jazz Imprint Label of 2008. Also topping their lists was the label's hot new recording artist, saxophonist Jessy J, whose title track from her debut CD, Tequila Moon, was named #1 Smooth Jazz Song of the Year.
Peak Records also recently received two GRAMMY nominations--one for saxophonist Gerald Albright in the category of Best Pop Instrumental Album for SAX FOR STAX and Wayne Brady for Best Traditional R&B Vocal for the track, "A Change is Gonna Come," from his debut Peak Records CD - A LONG TIME COMING.
Look for releases in 2009 by The Rippingtons, the collaboration of Marc Antoine and Paul Brown, All 4 One, Peter White, Will Downing, Paul Taylor, Jessy J and Norman Brown.
Peak Records is a division of the Concord Music Group.
# # #
Sheryl Feuerstein
SFPR/EastWest Media
Saturday, December 13th, 2008 9:59 PM
You Guys ROCK!!
Happy Holidays!
I would like to thank you all for being such loyal listeners, patrons, and supporters of music and the ARTS! With your help TEQUILA MOON has been named the NUMBER ONE song of the YEAR 2008 in Radio & Records. I can´t begin to tell you how much this means to me. I would like to thank all of you a million times, Chapman Management, Peak Records, my awesome producer- PAUL BROWN, Sheryl Fuerstein, and God for his INCREDIBLE blessings.
If you wanna get into the smooth grooves of the season please check out my very first radio program called Salsa Sunset. It will be premiering every Saturday in December @ 9pm on WINR http://www.smoothjazz4u.com/
In addition to this new show I have also recorded an entire monologue of fun and memorable stories about each song in TEQUILA MOON. This special CD set will be airing tonight @ 8pm and 10pm CST and every Wednesday in December at 8pm & 10pm CST.
I love you all and wish you and your loved ones the absolute best this Holiday Season!!!
Saturday, November 29th, 2008
Hyatt Regency- Lake Tahoe - http://www.tickets@omegaevents.com
Guitars & Saxes Christmas TOUR - 8:00pm
111 Country Club Dr.
Incline Village, NV 89451
Featuring Richard Elliot, Paul Brown and Jessy J
w/Special Guest Bobby Caldwell
Thursday, December 4th, 2008
Jazz Alley - http://www.jazzalley.com
Guitars & Saxes Christmas TOUR - 8:00pm
2033 Sixth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98121
Featuring Richard Elliot, Paul Brown and Jessy J
Friday, December 5th, 2008
Jazz Alley - http://www.jazzalley.com
Guitars & Saxes Christmas TOUR - 8:00pm
2033 Sixth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98121
Featuring Richard Elliot, Paul Brown and Jessy J
Saturday, December 6th, 2008
Jazz Alley - http://www.jazzalley.com
Guitars & Saxes Christmas TOUR - 8:00pm
2033 Sixth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98121
Featuring Richard Elliot, Paul Brown and Jessy J
Sunday, December 7th, 2008
Jazz Alley - http://www.jazzalley.com
Guitars & Saxes Christmas TOUR - 8:00pm
2033 Sixth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98121
Featuring Richard Elliot, Paul Brown and Jessy J
Friday, December 12th, 2008
Bell Centre
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
Motreal
Canada
Sunday, December 14th, 2008
SENECA CASINO
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
Niagra Falls
Canada
Friday, December 19th, 2008
Jeff Lorber & Friends
All Star Christmas Show - 8:00pm
Bend, OR
Saturday, December 20th, 2008
Dougherty Valley Perf. Arts Center
Guitars & Saxes Christmas TOUR - 8:00pm
10550 Albion Rd
San Ramon, CA
Featuring Richard Elliot, Paul Brown and Jessy J
Its my B*DAY !!!!
Wednesday, December 31st, 2008
Private Event - 8:00pm
Friday, January 16th, 2009
Estero Community Park - http://www.JazzontheGreen.com
JESSY J @ Jazz on the Green - 3:00pm
9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd.
Estero, FL 33928
There are great things to expect this season! Lots of happiness, shared times with families, reconnecting with old friends, and the joy of music to be made!
This Week my second single "Sin Ti/ Without You" was shipped across the country to all radio stations…it´s time to follow up "Tequila Moon" with a romantic & passionate Bossa Nova ("Sin Ti" in Spanish means "Without You"). Please call or log in online to your local radio station to request this new piece…you won´t be disappointed. It features some of L.A.´s biggest names in music, like Oscar Seaton, Paul Brown, Ricky Peterson, and Roberto Vally!!
I am so delighted to be working with Nichelle Young, my new Fan Club President. We met at the Guitars and Saxes show in Austin, Texas and immediately found that we share a similar passion for life and music. She is a hard working mother of three and a lover of Smooth Jazz. On behalf of Nichelle and myself, we would like to welcome you to join the Official Fan Club!! Nichelle has set up a website for fans to get together and do special events, meet and greets, and other fun activities…Please feel free to contact Nichelle directly if you would like more information:
Feliz Navidad, have you guys put up your Christmas Lights yet? It´s almost that time although it doesn´t quite feel like winter in this California Heat!
I am really looking forward to some of the Awesome activities coming up soon:
Like a playful Halloween Concert with Paul Brown & Euge Groove, plus a show with Smooth Jazz guitarist Matt Marshak! Then setting sail on the WGRV the Groove's Smooth Jazz Cruise with my family to the Bahamas-Bon VOYAGE!
This Thanksgiving I am especially thankful for ALL OF YOU and your Unbelievable support! Looking back I can see great blessings this year...a new CD, Radio Single, and touring with Jeff Lorber, Jeff Golub, Gerald Albright and Peter White. They have been an amazing group of friends, teachers, and inspiration to me for the past few months... thanks fellas for a great tour!!
Also, this month I am honored to be Radio Artist of the Month for Houston's WINR radio station and will be hosting a special hour of my favorite "Salsa Sunset" songs... please check out the link below for more information:
I love what I do…and if you do to… please vote for TEQUILA MOON!
It´s time for the 51st annual Grammy Awards! Tequila Moon has been submitted to the long list for BEST POP INSTRUMENTAL ALBUM (038- TEQUILA MOON) and BEST JAZZ INSTRUMENTAL SOLO (142- Tequila Moon).
Yay! I love the Grammy´s and am so blessed to be a voting member this year. If you get a chance, and are apart of this world-class organization, please vote for Tequila Moon and support the Awesome Musicians on this CD.
Also recently, Concord Music Group has posted this cool new blog:
"…when I picked up the sax around 9, my teacher turned me on to Coltrane, Charlie Parker and Cannonball Adderley, and later I got into Sergio Mendes, who like my other hero Herbie Hancock was progressive and unafraid to fuse different genres together."
As promised, I have also uploaded some more video footage from the beautiful Santa Catalina Island Jazztrax Festival behind the Scenes and live show performance clips…
If you live in NY please come check out our Guitars Saxes show this weekend!
Muchos Besos,
Luv,
Jessy
Tuesday, October 7th, 2008 9:20 PM
Catalina V-BLOG!!
Hello Everyone!
I hope you had a beautiful weekend! Just wanted to let you know that Catalina Jazztrax Music festival was amazing! We had so much fun performing, traveling, and just hanging out....and we even made a video blog just for you!!!
A video blog is like a diary on video, we took some funny footage traveling to the Island, rehearsing at sound check and of the show too!
the show- Tin Tin Deo
the show- Fiesta Velada
the show- Tequila Moon
luv ya ;)
Jessy
Friday, September 19th, 2008 1:11 AM
SHOWS POSTPONED
Hi guys,
What have you been up to? I have been a busy little sax player jumpin´ around and doing some fun and exciting shows!
Jazz on the River:
It was so hot I wanted to jump in the River and just watch the rest of the guys perform
Here´s some pics from our event on Smooth Jazz Notes, just scroll down to GUITARS & SAXES: http://www.smoothjazznotes.com/jazzontheriver9-7-08.html
All About Jazz:
This my most recent interview about being a woman in the biz…interesting stuff:
Jessy J: Balancing Serious Skills and Sexy Image: http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=30425
All About Jazz - Philadelphia,PA,USA
By Jeff Winbush How you react to Jessy J depends a great deal upon whether you see her or hear her first.
Due to the turbulent weather our country has been facing the Guitars and Saxes shows in Texas have been postponed from this weekend to Oct 23, 2007.
Please check my website TOUR page for the most up to date information. http://www.jessyj.com/tour/index.php
Also, the Jazz on the Green festival in Estero Park has been rescheduled due to the recent Hurricanes in Florida. The new date for this fabulous event is JAN 16, 2009.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families living in the areas affected by this unstoppable weather.
Coming this Fall:
I am so honored to announce I will be performing on the WGRV Smooth Jazz Cruise to the Bahamas on Nov 14-17. In addition to roaming the seas, my Sister will also be celebrating her birthday on the boat, so we will be having a Big party
For booking please visit: http://www.thegroove.org/
And later this Winter, Paul Brown, Richard Elliot, Special Guest Bobby Caldwell and I will be headlining an all new version of Guitars & Saxes Christmas Edition….it´s my favorite time of year!
And as if that that´s not enough the one and only CATALINA JAZZ TRAX festival is right around the corner!!! I am blessed to be performing with my band all 3 weekends. It´s gonna be a funky good time, so please come on over if you getta chance!
Hola!
South America is so beautiful & enchanted! I have thoroughly enjoyed my tour with Michael Bolton´s band to Venezuela, Chile, Argentina and Brazil!!!! Thanks to all of you for your tremendous support!
While In Argentina we had the awesome opportunity to perform on TV…
Hello everyone,
Happy August and End of Summer! It has been a wonderful summer season so far and I am delighted to be closing it off with my first-ever-trip to South America!!
This Sunday, I will be traveling with Michael Bolton´s band to Venezuela, then touring and performing throughout Brazil, Paraguay, Chile, and Argentina. It is going to be such a fun and memorable experience…. (Can´t wait to hear some authentic Brazilian Samba, Bossa Nova, and the Tango in Argentina)
Also, this Saturday from 7pm- 8pm "Consulta Medica" on Mega TV (Spanish Broadcast- Channel 22) will be airing a special performance of "Tequila Moon" and interview filmed at the Jazziz Bistro in Hollywood, Florida.
*Please check your local listings for specific broadcasting details
And- have also updated my website to include the most up-to-date reviews and press articles (Jazziz, Jazztimes, Boward Times, Contemporary Jazz, and Riveting Riffs): http://www.jessyj.com/press/index.php
I love you guys! And can´t wait to see ya when I get back. Thanks to all of those that made it out to the Newport Beach Summer Jazz Series, we had a blast.
P.S. Tequila Moon completed 23 week in the top 5 Radio & Records National Airplay list ☺ Thank you for your continued loyal support!!
In the spirit of the upcoming Olympics I feel that it is only natural to be Goin´ for Gold in Music too!
Tequila Moon is still tied with Kenny G for the MOST WEEKS at #1 this year!!
Currently Tequila Moon is in a 4-way tie for second place for the MOST WEEKS in the TOP 5!! Together with Kenny G (Sax-O-Loco), Boney James, featuring George Duke (The Total Experience), Al Jarreau & George Benson (Mornin´).
I´ll be hittin´ up the So Cal Region soon...if you´re around please stop bye and say Hello!
How´dy ya all! How ya doin´? I´m back home for a few days in the perfect Cool West Coast Climate :) Getting ready to hit the Road tomorrow with my buddy and musical producer Paul Brown for a show in San Antonio Texas then meeting up with the best in the west…Guitars & Saxes in Colorado for a show in Winter Park…I love my job!
If you´re around please check us out! Also, later this month I will be performing with Michael Bolton in Southern California at Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula.
Currently "Tequila Moon" is tied for the most weeks at number one this year (7 weeks total) with Kenny G… whom I actually met at the airport! We were on the same flight back from the Detroit Jazz Festival, it´s a small world after all!
So far this summer has been a BLAST!!! Last week, Michael Bolton’s band performed a special concert in Brooklyn near Coney Island for over 10,000 people complete with fireworks, flag Ceremony and the whole nine yards! Later on in the week we had concerts at Hard Rock live in Orlando & Hollywood, Florida….and closing off our five week tour we will be doing an incredible show with a full Orchestra at the Mableton House Amphitheatre in Atlanta, Georgia. I feel so blessed and fortunate to be performing with such wonderful musicians!
While in New York I had the awesome opportunity to do a live On-Air interview with Rich & Covino on Maxim Sirius Radio… coming up later this week I will be doing an interview for MEGA T.V. in Miami to promote “Tequila Moon” and an exclusive performance of songs from my new C.D. “Tequila Moon” for the troops in Atlanta, Georgia.
"catch me if you can".... This week I'll be in 7 states & 2
Countries in 1 week...hopefully in a city near you ;)
Luv ya,
Jessy
Saturday, June 21, 2008
The Orlenans Hotel & Casino
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
4500 West Tropicana Ave
Las Vegas, NV
Sunday, June 22nd, 2008
THe Pagent
Guitars & Saxes - 8:00pm
6161 Delmar Ave
St. Louis, MO
Monday, June 23rd, 2008
Skyline Stage
Guitars & Saxes - 8:00pm
Navy Pier
Chicago, IL
Tuesday, June 24th, 2008
The BIrchmere
Guitars & Saxes - 8:00pm
3701 Mt. Vernon Ave.
Alexandria, VA 22305
Wednesday, June 25th, 2008
Spirit Cruise Ship
Guitars & Saxes - 8:00pm
NY
Thursday, June 26th, 2008
French Lick Springs Resort & Casino
MIchael Bolton - 8:00pm
French Lick, IN
Saturday, June 28th, 2008
Casino Windsor
Michael Bolton - 8:00pm
Windsor, ON
Sunday, June 22nd, 2008 11:41 AM
Jessy´s update
Hi Everybody!
Wow, I can’t believe it’s been six weeks! Oh my, “Tequila Moon” is the number one song in the country…. still! I would like to thank the awesome team of people that I love to work with at Chapman Management, Peak/CMG, Deb “the Radio Goddess” Lewow, Sheryl from East West Media…. and ALL of you!!!!
This summer has been packed with fun filled events that I would like to share with you…
Starting with the pics from the Jazziz Magazine Party:
The highlight of the Guitars and Saxes tour thus far is definitely the Playboy Jazz Festival…it was the bomb!! Herbie Hancock, Marcus Miller, Ivan Lins, Wayne Shorter…it was the “Who’s Who of Jazz” and I loved every minute of watching and hearing them perform.
Contemporary Jazz Notes & News about the Playboy Jazz Festival:
I am very honored, thrilled and amazed to announce that "Tequila Moon" has been nominated for an International Jazz Award in the Category "Outstanding Performance by a NEW ARTIST- Jessy J, (Peak/Concord)"
The Awards Ceremony will take place at the Beverly Hilton on June 29 and will be taped for television broadcast. Other nominees include Herbie Hancock & Terrance Blanchard "Best Album", Michael Buble & Tony Bennett "Best Vocal Performance" (Male), and Norah Jones & Nancy Wilson "Best Vocal Performance" (female). I am nominated in the Category "Outstanding Performance of a New Artist"
Again, I would like to thank the extraordinary people that have been working so diligently on this project as well as all the music lovers out there! Thank you for your continued loyal support!!! And I would also like to thank God for this incredible journey.
"...the best all around contemporary jazz release of the year"
Contemporary Jazz. com
by John Luciano
April 2008
Tequila Moon
Jessy J
Wow! What a discovery! I was at the Berks Jazz Festival last week. Unfortunately, I was only able to spend two of the festival's ten days taking in music. Simultaneously I realized that Peak has released the debut of 26-year-old saxophonist Jessy J, who also was to appear at Berks as part of the Guitars & Saxes show. What a debut, from the opening throaty chords of "Tequila Moon," I knew I was going to like this woman. I'm not sure the last time I've gotten this excited over a debut by a young sax player. Jessy J, under the ever-watchful eye of Paul Brown, exhibits maturity on her instrument beyond her age. I can't help but make the comparison to Grover Washington, Jr. - and that's a good thing! The album Tequila Moon has a definite Latin lean to it, but in a very sophisticated, intense, contemporary jazz way. This album just feels different - unlike anything that's been released the last few years - smoky, intense, throaty, complex, and sexy. On top of the blowing, this girl can sing as well! This just might be the best all around contemporary jazz release of the year so far.
"To say that singer, composer and saxophonist Jessy J is a gifted artist almost seems like an insignificant statement..."
The Jazz Police
by Joe Montague
Tuesday, 22 April 2008
Jessy J
Tequila Moon
To say that singer, composer and saxophonist Jessy J is a gifted artist almost seems like an insignificant statement, in light of her exquisite debut album, Tequila Moon (Peak Records). She woos you in Spanish as she coos the words to Consuelo Velazquez´s "Besame Mucho" (with an arrangement by Paul Brown and Jessy J), and she seduces you subtly with soft and tender chords from her tenor sax, as she plays the title track, "Tequila Moon." On this CD, Jessy J also demonstrates her versatility as an artist by playing the flute ("Fiesta Velada") and the soprano saxophone ("Poetry Man," and "Running Away").
While Tequila Moon, released on March 4th, possesses a decidedly Spanish flavor, this is not an album featuring rapid-fire percussion beats, nor does it have heavy melody lines. It is instead a lighter fusion between Latin rhythms and melodic pop elements, but all the while retaining a jazz harmonic structure.
Producer Paul Brown and the management of Peak Records surrounded Jessy J with seasoned and talented musicians, such as bassist Roberto Vally (formerly of Spyro Gyra), keyboardist Gregg Karukas, and two-time Grammy winner Brown, who in addition to acting as producer plays guitar on six of the tracks. Brown enjoyed hit songs while recording with Norman Brown ("Up And At ´Em"), Euge Groove ("Get ´Em Goin´") and Peter White ("What Does It Take [To Win Your Love]").
"Besame Mucho," written by Velasquez in 1940 while still in her mid-teens, has been covered by scores of legendary singers over the years, including José Carreras, Jaõ Gilberto, Carmen McRae, Edith Piaf and Nat King Cole. In recent years, the song has been covered by Diane Schuur, Diana Krall and Michael Buble. I am told that the words "Besame Mucho" can be translated as, "kiss me a lot," or "kiss me much," and with the lilt of Jessy J´s voice mirroring her physical beauty, it would not be surprising if one were to discover that numerous men at her concerts are singing the words to "Besame Mucho" back to her. Perhaps one of the prettiest love songs ever written, "Besame Mucho" is further enhanced by Jessy J´s eloquent phrasing, Vally´s tender bassline, and Brown´s elegant guitar chording.
Listening to the twenty-six year old Jessy J weave magic with her soprano saxophone as she plays the lyrical "Running Away," which she co-wrote with Brown, and then opting for a tenor-voiced horn on Leon Russell´s "Song For You," one must ask the question: If she is already this good, how great can she become? Like Mindi Abair, Jessy J is able to serve up evocative phrases that transcend the jazz and pop genres, and in Jessy J´s case, she add some gentle Latin spices.
From the opening track "Tequila Moon," until the last notes of "Song For You" fade gently into the twilight, Jessy J´s music will charm you and hold you as a willing captive under its enchanting spell.
Thank you for your help and support of Tequila Moon...
"Tequila Moon Brezzes to No. 1..."
Chart Highlights
Posted by Gary Trust
On May 12, 2008
Radio & Records
"New No. 1's, Smooth Jazz"
At Smooth Jazz, Jessy J breezes to No. 1 on her first try, as "Tequila Moon" (CMG) rises 2-1. The Paul Brown-produced piece is the title cut from her pop and Latin-influenced debut set, which has resided in the top 20 of Billboard's Top Contemporary Jazz Albums chart since its March release. Jessy J (who was playing piano by age four) is currently on tour, with several dates on tap with Michael Bolton in June and July.
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I would like to personally thank the Musicians, without you this song
wouldn't be the same!
Paul Brown (guitar)
Greg Karukas (keys)
Roberto Vally (bass)
Sergio Gonzales (drums)
Richie Gajate Garcia (percussion)
And also the incredible people that are working behind the scenes....Peak Records, CMG, East West Media, PB, Deborah Lewow, Chapman, D.Baron Media, and all the awesome people that have been supporting this project from it's inception....
Thank you everybody~ our next goal is to get to #1 on Billboard Contemporary Jazz Sales...
If you have a moment please check out these two new wonderful reviews... :)
Interview/performance on Telemundo
More on this to come…
Press:
A fantastic review in Jazztimes, Jazziz, a feature in Music Connection….and the COVER of JAZZIZ Magazine (May issue) as well as a featured article in People En Espanol (Los 50 Mas Bellos) Special Edition!!!!
I am in Miami Beach this week doing some exciting Latin Press & Promotional Events. The weather is beautifully hot & humid.....Lovin' it! This week I will be performing on some Spanish speaking television shows to promote "Tequila Moon" on Telemundo and Univision, should be a blast!
Thank you for your help and awesome support, together we have helped "Tequila Moon" consistently place in the top 20 Contemporary Jazz Sales on Billboard since its release about a month ago. Wow, time flies... and "Tequila Moon" is currently #1 on the R n R indicator chart!!! Absolutely lovin' it!!!
How´s it goin´? The Tequila Moon party was so much fun…Spaghettinni´s was a blast, thank you to everyone that made it out!! I have been enjoying this warm and sunny LA weather at the beach and the pool. I hope you guys had a beautiful Easter with your friends and family.
Great news! Tequila moon has moved into the top five in radio play at #4 this week on Billboard and #11 in Contemporary Jazz Sales!!!!
Coming up… is the amazing Guitars and Saxes tour featuring Gerald Albright, Jeff Lorber, Jeff Golub, & Peter White. I am so thrilled to be a part of this exciting group, our first destination is the Berks Jazz Festival in Pennsylvania, then we will be traveling and performing throughout the US…..
This is such an incredible day for me! Thank you to everyone that helped this dream come to fruition and of course I would like to thank God for this great joy in my life!
My biggest heart-felt thanks to the AWESOME musicians that contributed to this project...
Guess What? We received our first review of TEQUILA MOON….and it´s a good one ☺
Today I did my first ever television interview in Spanish on CNN en espanol!!! It was great, tomorrow I will be interviewed on "Con Chile y Limon" a new L.A. lifestyle t.v. show on Channel 22 (kinda like EXTRA or Entertainment tonight) On Wednesday I have a live interview on MAXIM Sirius Radio…
O.K, with all this being said….please go and buy your copy of "Tequila Moon" TODAY!!!
Tomorrow I will be attending a press release event at the Playboy Mansion for the Playboy Jazz Festival, I will try to take some pics and post them on my new blog:
O.k. it's almost that time, Tequila Moon will be officially released on Tuesday March 4, 2008. Yay, I can't wait....
And if you can't wait either, you can pre-order your own copy on Amazon.com or if you would like to have a personalized autographed copy mailed to your home, please check out the store on my website:
Where & When
March 4, 2008 SAN DIEGO, CA
KIFM 98.1 San Diego's Smooth Jazz Station, live interview @ 5PM
BORDERS in store CD signing & Show @ 6PM
&
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Tequila Moon CD Release PARTY!!!!!
Spaghetinni's in Seal Beach
O.k. it’s almost that time, Tequila Moon will be officially released on Tuesday March 4, 2008. Yay, I can’t wait….
And if you can’t wait either, you can pre-order your own copy on Amazon.com or if you would like to have a personalized autographed copy mailed to your home, please check out the store on my website:
Awesome news! “Tequila Moon” the single has moved into the top twenty on Smooth Jazz Radio and Records!!!!Yay, I am so happy and blessed today! I would like to thank my incredible team, Steve Chapman, Deborah Lewow, Paul Brown, Peak Records and the Concord Music Group J
Other news!
I just found out that I will be performing on Univision (Spanish speaking channel) this afternoon with Gloria Trevi & on Telemundo’s fastest growing late night talk show, “Mas Vale Tarde”
Specifics:
“Mas Vale Tarde” Thursday (Valentine’s Day)@ 11pm on Telemundo- channel 29 in Los Angeles
“Univision News” Tuesday Feb 12 @ 6pm on Univision- channel 12 in Los Angeles
We will be performing songs from Gloria Trevi’s upcoming tour, which is starting off with a bang at the Universal (Gibson) Amphitheatre located near Universal Studios this Friday, Feb 15. Please check my new Tour Page for more detailed information….
Hello everyone! It was such a pleasure to cruise aboard the Westerdam Holland America along with Wayman Tisdale and the Smooth Jazz Superstars! It was a joy meeting so many new and friendly faces. I hope to keep in touch with all my new friends!
Great news! Tequila Moon has debuted on the Radio and Records top 30 chart, thank you to all of those incredibe fans that have been calling in to request it!
My new CD Tequila Moon will be available in stores on March 4 and is available for pre-order on Amazon. I will also be debuting my new website very soon, please check back often to see the lastest....
Happy 2008 everyone! I am so grateful to announce my first single "Tequila Moon" is on the radio! Please contact your local smooth jazz station to request it....
Also, coming up this month I have some wonderful opportunities to perform in Las Vegas, with Michael Bolton in Palm Springs and on the Wayman Tisdale Smooth Jazz Cruise. I am really looking forward to these amazing events, and I can´t wait to see you all very soon. Until then, wishing you blessings for a wonderful and unforgettable 2008!!!
I hope you have enjoyed this beautiful fall season with your loved ones. The Michael Bolton Tour was absolutely fantastic! We had a great time performing on the east coast, New York, Atlanta, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Georgia. Now that I am back home I am happy to announce these upcoming gigs in the Southern California Area next week:
Jazz Bakery
Sunday, Nov 25th @ 4pm
Jessy J
Jazz Quartet
3233 Helms Ave
Culver City, CA 90034
310.271.9039
Roda Viva
Saturday December 1st @ 8pm
Paul Brown w/Jessy J
Newest Jazz & Blues Steak House
40820 Winchester Rd
Temecula, CA 951-296-9858
For Bookings please contact:
Steve Chapman at Steve@ChapmanManagement.com
or call (818) 788-9577
Thank You & have a wonderful weekend!
Jessy
Wednesday, October 10th, 2007 12:05 AM
Catalina Jazz Trax '08
Well,
It's that time of year again! The beautiful Catalina Jazz Trax festival is in full swing. I had a fantastic time performing with the awesome Paul Brown, Roberto Vally, Greg Karukas, and Ricky Lawson on the opening night of this One-of-a-Kind festival. And thoroughly enjoyed my performance on Saturday Oct 6th. The Casino was full of friendly and familiar faces!
I am defiantly looking forward to the next two music filled weekends on the Island. Come and hang out if you get a chance, you won't regret it! Hear music by Lee Ritenour, Peter White, Norman Brown, Kirk Whalum, Gerald Albright and many, many more...
I will be playing on Sunday Oct 14 and Oct 21 at 7pm. It would be a special treat to see you there! Thank you for your continued support...
p.s. Just found out I will be performing on the Smooth Jazz Cruise hosted by Wayman Tisdale in January and I can't wait!
Love ya,
JJ
Tuesday, September 4th, 2007 10:10 AM
SAX- tember
Hi Everyone,
Happy Sax-tember! This month WSMJ is celebrating saxophone month with exclusive audio clips from today's smooth jazz artists. The site features Kirk Whalum, Dave Koz, Gerald Albright, and yours truly. Please check out this fun interview if you get a chance. http://www.wsmj1043.com/pages/saxtember.html
I just wanted to thank everyone again for their continued support! The Michael Bolton tour is going great, we have a few more dates coming up this month including a performance with Phobe Snow and Richard Marx at the Bolton Charities fundraiser benefiting women and children at risk.
Also this month, I will be doing some fun gigs here in town and around the area. On Sept 15th I have the honor of performing with Legendary singer/songwriter Armando Manzanero. He wrote beautiful love songs like "Somos Novios" and many other well-known romantic hits. The concert will take place at Planet Hollywood´s Casino Performance Arena.
And last but not least I will be performing at the Awesome Catalina Jazz Trax music festival next month. Don´t miss this opportunity to hear the world premier of songs from my brand new CD "Tequila Moon".
Love ya!
Jessy
Thursday, August 2nd, 2007 7:26 PM
Hollywood Bowl
Hi guys,
How’s the summer treatin’ ya? I have had a fantastic time in July relaxing, swimming, and hanging out with friends and family. Now it’s time to get back to work J
Later this month I have the honor of performing under the stars in a tribute to the late great Benny Carter at the famed Hollywood Bowl. The Concert will take place on Wednesday August 8th and I will be performing with “The Greatest Big Band in the World”, the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra. Guest artist include Quincy Jones, Roy Hargrove and many others. Please visit www.hollywoodbowl.com for more information.
Also this month, I will be traveling to the east coast with Michael Bolton’s band to do some live shows, it should be a blast! If you get a chance please check out my interview on Art Good’s internet radio station, www.jazztrax.com
Love ya!
Jessy
Thursday, July 5th, 2007 11:08 PM
RECORD DEAL!!!!
Hey guys,
I am so happy and blessed to annouce that I just signed my very first recording deal with Peak Records! Peak is a well known record company in the Concord Music Group, they carry "Contemporary Jazz Artists" like Gerald Albright, Norman Brown, and many other big names in "Smooth Jazz".
I would like to take this opportunity to thank each one of you for your continued support and encouragement throughout the years.Especially my family, and friends.... I couldn't have done it without you!
I have placed clips of the new CD entitled "Tequila Moon" on the music player. Please help yourself to an earful of Jessy's Jazz and enjoy!
Thanks again for everything!
Looking forward to the release of the album in early 2008.
Take care & God bless,
Jessy J
Monday, May 7th, 2007 5:39 PM
Check out these new quotes!
“Jazz Sensibilities…Stand Out…”
- Jazz Times Magazine
“Sexy….Soulful…Irresistible…Incredible”
- Smooth Jazz monthly
“Up-Coming Female Sax Star”
-Smooth Jazz Vibes
“Delightful…top notch...”
-Smooth Jazz vibes
“Fresh…Sexy…Up- Start”
-Peak records
“Terrific...”
-Paul Brown
Musical prodigy Jessy J began her journey on the piano at age four, and she enjoyed an active career as a competitive artist, traveling to perform at major conferences, competitions, and festivals. By the age of 15 Jessy was named Piano State Champion, at the Bela Bartok festival in California. At the same time Jessy was also enjoying a successful saxophone career, performing in many state honor bands, including the Grammy Band, and international festivals like the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland.
Fluent in Spanish, the Samba rhythms of Cannonball Adderley’s collaborations with Sergio Mendez awakened her Latin Roots. The “sound of the music” called to her and encouraged her to explore. As a teen she studied the recordings of Cannonball Adderley and a lifelong love affair with Jazz began.
Jessy was accepted on scholarship to University of Southern California and graduated as the “Most Outstanding Jazz Student” of her class. Since then, she went on to tour the nation in various capacities and has served as member of the Henry Mancini Jazz Orchestra and the Hispanic Musician Association (HMA) Jazz Orchestra.
Extending her skills from the dance floor, Jessy J danced and played in London and Japan with the Tony and Emmy award- winning company Blast! Intertwining various forms of creative expression was a natural fit for this vibrant artisan.
At 26, Jessy has already worked professionally with the World’s most popular artists including Jessica Simpson, Michael Buble, Burt Bacharach, the Temptations, and she is currently on tour with Michael Bolton playing sax and singing back up vocals.
Jessy’s extreme desire and ambitions have placed her on the “fast track” to success. She has recently finished a smooth jazz project produced by the “Baby Face of Smooth Jazz”, Paul Brown and was hand selected by musical genius Paquito D’Rivera to perform alongside him at Carnegie Hall for an event featuring “tomorrows star musicians”. Not only have these two multiple Grammy award winning artist sung her praise, she is currently being hailed as “Sexy, irresistible, sensible, the upcoming sax star, soulful, delightful, top notch, fresh, and terrific!”, on her latest performance with Paul Brown on his Peak recording debut “White Sand”.
Make sure you watch the one others are already talking about… Jessy J.
Great news! Just found out that I will be touring with Michael Bolton this month. The Grammy Award winning singer and vocal legend will be performing in Florida at Donald Trumps International Hotel and Towers, we will also be performing in Canada, New York, Chicago and some other great cities... it should be a wonderful show!!
Also, in stores now is Paul Browns latest CD "White Sand", which has received rave reviews... and I am featured on the title track "White Sand", please check it out if you get a chance!
love ya lots,
Jessy
Thursday, January 25th, 2007 8:39 AM
Carnegie Hall
I am so elated to announce that I will be performing at Carnegie Hall for the first time with Paquito D'Rivera's Latin Jazz project. Carnegie Hall has selected individuals from all over the country to perform with Paquito and I can't wait! Paquito, is one of my saxophone heroes. His work with Arturo Sandoval and Irakere has always inspired my creative process of writing exciting and original music. Irakere was considered one of the first groups to play modern "Latin Jazz". If any of you are around New York in March it would be an honor to have you there!
What's happening? I just finished recording two tracks with an amazing band! Ricky Peterson (keys), Oscar Seaton (drums), Roberto Vally (bass), Richie Gajate-Garcia (percussion). The session was so much fun. We recorded two originals, Fiesta Velada and Sin Ti. I will be sure to post them on the web site as soon as they are ready.
I am really looking forward to my upcoming performances; Paul Brown's C.D. release party at the Vault in Downtown Long Beach. Then, later in March I will be traveling to Bermuda with Salsa Caliente to perform at the Salsa Congress. I will be sure to tell you all about it when I get back!
Hope to see you soon!
Luv,
Jessy
Friday, December 8th, 2006 12:48 AM
GRAMMY NOMINATIONS!!!!!
I am so proud to announce that "Elevation" has
been nominated for two Grammys!!!! I am so
blessed and fortunate to have been a part
of this amazing recording.
It features Tom Scott and Eddie Daniels with
the Henry Mancini Orchestra and Big Band.
Congratulations to Patrick Williams and the
Mancini Institute for all the incredible work
they have accomplished over the past ten
years, nurturing and collaborating with the
world´s finest young talent. It was a pleasure
and an honor working with the best in the
industry.
I also added some new tracks to the music player, hope you enjoy the music!
Love Ya,
Jessy
Tuesday, October 24th, 2006 4:37 PM
CATALINA Jazztrax
Hey guys,
Wow, I just had the most amazing time performing at the Catalina Jazztrax 20th annual jazz festival. I would like to thank Art Good, Steve Chapman, Paul Brown, the band, and everyone else that made the day a huge success!
Next, I will be playing at the Jazz Bakery in Culver City on Oct. 31st then later on next month at the Hemet Library on Nov 18th. Please check the gig page for exact times and locations....
How ya all doin'?
Besitos!
Jessy
Sunday, September 3rd, 2006 8:30 AM
Jessy in Japan!
Hey Guys,
Japan is wonderful! I have truly been enjoying my time here. So far I have had the opportunity to perform and visit the following cities: Osaka, Nagoya, Nara, Kyoto, Tokyo, Nikko, and Fukuoka!
While visiting in Tokyo I had the pleasure of attending the 2006 Tokyo Jazz Festival. I was able to watch and learn from some of the wolrd´s greatest performers; including Chick Corea, Hiromi, Hank Jones, Dave Koz, Sheila E, Joe Zawinul, Los Van Van and the incredible Marcus Miller….. it was an amazing event and I feel so fortunate to have attended.
I´ll be back in the states next month to prepare for the Catalina Jazz Trax Festival on Sunday, October 22 @ noon. I hope to see you all very soon!
Love Ya,
Jessy
Friday, July 28th, 2006 11:52 PM
Catalina Jazz Trax
I hope that everyone is having a prosperous summer. Just wanted to let ya all know that I am going to be heading out to Japan for the summer to do a tour with "Blast II: Music in Extreme".
When I return to the states in October I have the distinct honor of performing at the 20th annual Catalina Jazz Trax Festival on Sunday Oct 22... please feel free to visit the website for more information www.jazztrax.com
Other performing artists include Mindi Abiar, Guitars and Saxes (featuring Gerald Albright, Richard Elliot, Jeff Golub, and Peter White), Jody Wately & The Soul Express, and many, many more! It should be an enchanted and beautiful day full of amazing music...
Luv,
Jessy
Tuesday, June 20th, 2006 12:23 PM
Beyonce Audition
Last week Beyonce Knowles announced that she would be holding a national audition for her all new female band. I auditioned here in Los Angeles at Center Staging in Hollywood while other women around the country in Houston, Chicago, Detroit, Atlanta, and New York/New Jersey were also auditioning. I was selected as the only saxophonist from the West Coast to fly to New York to audition for Beyonce, Jay Z, and many other recording executives. After an exhilarating and exhausting weekend of "jamming" with the best from around the country I feel so blessed and honored to have had such a wonderful experience! And I would like to thank Beyonce's staff and creative team for an unforgettable musical journey.
Friday, June 2nd, 2006 9:25 PM
Summer Sessions
Hey guys,
How's it goin'? The year has just been flying by and I'm trying to enjoy every minute! So far this summer has been filled with some cool recording projects. I have been recording tracks with Grammy winning producer Paul Brown, guitarist Blake Aaron, and even my own project.....(more on this to come).
What's new? I will be traveling to Oregon in July to perform and clinic a few outstanding groups... I'm really looking forward to visiting the beautiful Oregon Coast.
So try to stay cool in this summer heat,
Hope to see you soon!
Love,
Jesse
Sunday, April 2nd, 2006 7:10 AM
Viva Las Vegas!
Hey guys,
The concert was Awesome last night! It was great to see some familiar faces in the crowd... and to meet some new ones. The Ross Group did an excellent job of puting together the all- star concert line up, which included Mindi Abair, Eric Daruis and Paul Brown.
Well, this month is happily filled with some dates by the Jessica Spinella Quintet, a fabulous Easter Concert, and Las Veagas Jazz Festival, please check the GIGS page for exact times and locations...
I hope to see you soon!
hugs & kisses,
Jessica
Saturday, March 4th, 2006 2:58 PM
More fun in the Sun
HI Everybody,
What's going on? The Jessica Spinella Quintet had a fabulous time performing at the Proof Bar in Santa Ana's historic Artists' district last month and we're excited to be performing there again in March. If you are local stop by for some guaranteed good times.
Last month I also had the opportunity to work with guitarist Paul Brown for a Smooth Jazz Valentines Day concert at the Fresno Convention Center. It was a blast! We have a few more dates coming up this spring, don't miss the Valencia Jazz Festival at the Hyatt Regency and the Las Vegas Jazz Festival, should be lots of fun. Check the Gigs page for exact times and locations.....
Well let me know what's up with you all!
See ya soon!
love,
Jessica
Tuesday, January 3rd, 2006 9:45 PM
Happy New Year!!!
The Jessica Spinella Quintet had a fantastic performance at the Jazz Bakery last month. Thank you to all of you who made it out.
I´m excited to announce that my demo C.D. is finally here!!!!!!
Donald Hayes and I have worked on this project for about a year, and our hard work has really paid off! Check out some streaming clips from the demo on the media page.
Smooth Ride is an original composition of mine written while I was living in London. It represents a variety of Latin sounds and rhythms that will melt your ears and tantalize your senses…
Spanish Nights is a tune written by Donald Hayes, which incorporates elements of modern hip-hop, rhythm & blues, and Spanish sounding percussion instruments….
Hope you enjoy!!
Love,
Jessica
Wednesday, December 14th, 2005 7:05 PM
Happy Holidays
Hope you & your loved ones have a magnificent holiday season.
The Jessica Spinal Quintet will be performing live at the Jazz Bakery on Thursday Dec. 29th at 8pm. So come on out for some great music and good times.
