Jessy J, whose real name is Jessica Spinella, was raised in a home that was always surrounded by music and she began playing the piano at the age of four. It was in elementary school that she first took up the sax and performed with the school's jazz band.
Her mother is from Texas and her father from Mexico, however, Jessy was born in Portland, OR and raised in Hemet, Ca. "Even when we weren't having parties," Jessy said, "there was always music playing in the house because, like food and dancing, it's just a part of the Latin culture."
Her Mexican-American heritage is deeply rooted, but she admired the music of Cannonball Adderly and John Coltraine. She also enjoyed pop music and now combines elements of all these genres into her music.
Jessy graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in jazz studies. Named "Most Outstanding Jazz Student" of her class, Jessy dove straight into the music industry performing with artists like Michael Buble, The Temptations and Jessica Simpson.
In 2006, she met up with Paul Brown and her musical career catapulted. Later that year, after a series of jazz festivals and concerts, Jessica performed at Carnegie Hall with Paquito D'Rivera, who was one of her "true sax heroes." She is currently touring with Michael Bolton playing the sax and providing back-up vocals. She is also travelling the circuit with Guitars and Saxes featuring Gerald Albright, Jeff Golub and Jeff Lorber.
"So the 'sky's the limit' for 2009," Jessy said. "I hope to achieve even greater success and to continue to grow as a musician, performer and artist."
Jessy is working with Paul Brown once again for her second album, that is "still in the works." Featuring "Latin Jazz-flavored instrumentals and some pop songs," the "dream team" from Tequila Moon will gather again for this highly anticipated new project:
Gregg Karukas- keys, Sergio Gonzales- drums, Roberto Vally- bass
Richie Gajate Garcia- percussion, Paul Brown- guitar, Jessy J - sax & vox
Scheduled to be released August 4, 2009, Jessy said "it has been so much fun to be back at the creative stages - writing, performing, arranging, and being in the moment."
For others who share the same dreams, Jessy offered some advise: "I feel completely blessed to have had such an incredible experience, and would like to encourage other musicians and artists to always pursue their dreams to the fullest."
Admittedly, I was a bit confused where the "J" in Jessy J came from. When I asked her, she simply replied "It's a nickname:)." And rest assured, fame has not gone to her head. Jessy is fun, personable, bright and very appreciative of her fans.
To learn more about the incredible artist, visit her website at www.JessyJ.com
Her mother is from Texas and her father from Mexico, however, Jessy was born in Portland, OR and raised in Hemet, Ca. "Even when we weren't having parties," Jessy said, "there was always music playing in the house because, like food and dancing, it's just a part of the Latin culture."
Her Mexican-American heritage is deeply rooted, but she admired the music of Cannonball Adderly and John Coltraine. She also enjoyed pop music and now combines elements of all these genres into her music.
Jessy graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in jazz studies. Named "Most Outstanding Jazz Student" of her class, Jessy dove straight into the music industry performing with artists like Michael Buble, The Temptations and Jessica Simpson.
In 2006, she met up with Paul Brown and her musical career catapulted. Later that year, after a series of jazz festivals and concerts, Jessica performed at Carnegie Hall with Paquito D'Rivera, who was one of her "true sax heroes." She is currently touring with Michael Bolton playing the sax and providing back-up vocals. She is also travelling the circuit with Guitars and Saxes featuring Gerald Albright, Jeff Golub and Jeff Lorber.
"So the 'sky's the limit' for 2009," Jessy said. "I hope to achieve even greater success and to continue to grow as a musician, performer and artist."Jessy is working with Paul Brown once again for her second album, that is "still in the works." Featuring "Latin Jazz-flavored instrumentals and some pop songs," the "dream team" from Tequila Moon will gather again for this highly anticipated new project:
Gregg Karukas- keys, Sergio Gonzales- drums, Roberto Vally- bass
Richie Gajate Garcia- percussion, Paul Brown- guitar, Jessy J - sax & vox
Scheduled to be released August 4, 2009, Jessy said "it has been so much fun to be back at the creative stages - writing, performing, arranging, and being in the moment."
For others who share the same dreams, Jessy offered some advise: "I feel completely blessed to have had such an incredible experience, and would like to encourage other musicians and artists to always pursue their dreams to the fullest."
Admittedly, I was a bit confused where the "J" in Jessy J came from. When I asked her, she simply replied "It's a nickname:)." And rest assured, fame has not gone to her head. Jessy is fun, personable, bright and very appreciative of her fans.
To learn more about the incredible artist, visit her website at www.JessyJ.com
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