We live in a time when a large and accepted sorority of successful female artists seem to always be at the top of the record charts and selling out every stage they step on to. And while pioneers like Grace Slick, Janis Joplin, Joni Mitchell and Caro [+]We live in a time when a large and accepted sorority of successful female artists seem to always be at the top of the record charts and selling out every stage they step on to. And while pioneers like Grace Slick, Janis Joplin, Joni Mitchell and Carole King paved the way initially, the door swung completely open with the advent of The Lilith Fair and with the emergence of artists such as Melissa Etheridge, Sarah McLachlan and Tori Amos.
Though only 21 and not even born at the onset of the Women-Who-Rock movement, Jessi Hamilton is sure to be a name that will soon be added to the list of important female singer/songwriters.
Having recently released her self-titled debut album, Jessi Hamilton writes, sings and plays music on her piano that is both passionate and compelling. Hailing from Raleigh, North Carolina, Jessi has spent years honing her craft, which is a radio friendly blend of piano-driven soulful rock'n'roll and ethereal, yet powerful ballads. Though she refuses to be trapped by having to always deliver one specific style of music, Hamilton recordings remain consistent by means of her exceptional voice.
With an initial indie release on A2X/Aorta Records, her album, JESSI HAMILTON, has been getting nothing less than rave reviews. The Hollywood Reporter's John Lappen called Ms. Hamilton: "A rising talent with a great voice whose multi-faceted material." John Bungey of London's Mojo Magazine gave a similar rave: "(Jessi Hamilton) has a fine voice and the material is strong. She's obviously a talent..." ABC Radio's Vince Marino adds: "Trust me, this girl can sing! And she's a quirky, intelligent songwriter too. You'll be glad you were introduced to Jessi Hamilton."
The album is quickly finding its way onto both commercial and college radio play lists, and Hamilton (along with her recently assembled six member backing band) is now finding her way on to stages including Manhattan's MERCURY LOUNGE and the LILAC FESTIVAL in Upstate NY, where she played for over 2,500 enthusiastic supporters.
In addition to her music career, Jessi has been courted by film production companies in the US and Europe, and has received her first offer to star in a big budget film, which is still in its developmental stage. In addition, she found time to make her first m
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