Jessi Hamilton

Artist Information

Biography

Jessi Hamilton is a folk/pop 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. Recently completing her second 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, including singing backups for Foreigner lead singer Lou Gramm, and has performed along the East Coast.

Similar Artists: Sarah McLachlan, Tori Amos, Alicia Keys, Alanis Morissette, Carole King

Key Points of Interest:
* Classically-trained pianist and vocalist
* Writing, recording and performing since age fourteen
* Suggested artist by VH1's Song of the Year contest
* Nominated for a Carolina Music Award in 2008
* All songs on second album, Rebirth, were self-produced and recorded
* Named "one of the best unsigned female artists in the country" by RockRGrl Magazine, and featured on the magazine's Discoveries compilation CD
* Original cast member of charity showcase, Night of Dreams
* Showcased at 2004 Independent Music Conference in Philadelphia, PA
* Backup vocalist for Foreigner's Lou Gramm
* Performed for audiences of 2,000+ at festivals, arenas, auditoriums and other venues
* Received mainstream airplay for debut album

Instrumentation

Jessi Hamilton: singer/songwriter, piano, vocals

Discography

* I'll Love You More Tomorrow Than Today - Dr. Steven Robb, 2011 (vocals, keys, production)
* Every Day's Another Dance With You - Dr. Steven Robb, 2008 (vocals, keys, production)
* Rebirth - Jessi Hamilton, 2008
* Colors - Mark Mathis, 2008 (backing vocals)
* Shine - Mark Mathis, 2006 (backing vocals)
* Self-Titled Debut Album - Jessi Hamilton, 2004
* RockRGrl’s Discoveries Compilation CD - RockRGrl Magazine, 2004
* Divine Intervention - Lou Gramm, 2004-unreleased (backing vocals)
* DDrive - Don Mancuso, 2004 (backing vocals)
* Under This Roof - Dr. Steven Robb, 2003 (featured vocalist)

Audio

• Rain
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• Rebirth
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• You'll Rise Above
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• Prayer
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• Get Gone
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• I'll Cry For You
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• Land of Illusion
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• Amazing Grace
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Lyrics

• Rain
• Rebirth
• You'll Rise Above
• Prayer
• Get Gone
• I'll Cry For You
• Land of Illusion
• Shopping Spree
• Afraid To Be Alive
• Kiss Goodnight

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Press

• Lou Gramm [+ Show ]
  

  I am honored to be working with Jessi Hamilton. These are great songs with very strong melodies. She...I am honored to be working with Jessi Hamilton. These are great songs with very strong melodies. She is a remarkable talent.

• Dominic Miller [+ Show ]
  

  People need to hear Jessi's voice. She is an artist who sings with a sincerity that will melt people...People need to hear Jessi's voice. She is an artist who sings with a sincerity that will melt people's souls. Mine did.

• John Lappen
  

  A rising talent with a great voice whose multi-faceted material makes for interesting listening.

• Carla DeSantis [+ Show ]
  

  Jessi Hamilton is a young artist that shows great promise. ‘I’ll Cry For You’ is a passionate song, ...Jessi Hamilton is a young artist that shows great promise. ‘I’ll Cry For You’ is a passionate song, beautifully produced and meticulously arranged. We’re proud to have bragging rights, discovering her early in what is sure to be a great career.

• Narada Michael Walden [+ Show ]
  

  (Jessi Hamilton) has a really beautiful voice, with a lot of vibrato. It is reminiscent of both Stev...(Jessi Hamilton) has a really beautiful voice, with a lot of vibrato. It is reminiscent of both Stevie Nicks and Madonna. My favorite tracks were (‘I'll Cry For You’) and (‘Watching River’) because of their hooks...

• Tony Infantino
  

  Jessi Hamilton's voice is innocent, sensual and needs to be heard.

• John Bungey
  

  (Jessi Hamilton) has a fine voice and the material is strong. She's obviously a talent…

• Michael A. Cimino [+ Show ]
  

  Her classical background has paid off, because what you don't hear in any of the other contemporary ...Her classical background has paid off, because what you don't hear in any of the other contemporary pop stars is any musical back ground. It's all production value. Jessi Hamilton seems to know what her vision is already and that's half the battle. There are few young artists here in America that have the kind of grasp on music history that Jessi Hamilton shows here.

• Vince Marino [+ Show ]
  

  Don’t be fooled! Jessi Hamilton is not some gorgeous fashion model who wants to be a singer. Ok, the...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.

• Russ Elliot [+ Show ]
  

  The recordings effectively balance lush instrumental arrangements with layers of Jessi's vocal work ...The recordings effectively balance lush instrumental arrangements with layers of Jessi's vocal work supporting her lead. This album is a tremendous starting point for Jessi Hamilton and sets the stage for a very promising career in the music industry. 5 out of 5 stars.

Setlist

Originals: You'll Rise Above; Land of Illusion; Starlight; Rebirth; Get Gone; Feed the Fire; Beloved; Dream Places; I'll Cry For You; Kiss Goodnight; I Can See the Rain; Afraid to be Alive; Simple Days; Missing You; Watching River; Arms of Love; One In a Million; Prayer

Covers: Can perform a wide-range of songs from many genres and eras, including Motown, Broadway, Classic Rock, Folk, Blues, Classical and 60's-present Pop.

Original sets are usually between 45 minutes and 1.5 hours.

Sets with covers can last up to 3 hours.

Basic Requirements

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