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Jessica Peterson is a gifted singersongwriter based in Los Angeles. Now, she has started a project called L.A. Independent Artists of the Month.
A True Grass Roots organization, they are doing god's work. With obvious Genuine Love for the Music. Doing her part to give some more power in the hands of the unsigned or Independent Artists.
As a solo musician Jessica has all the mandatory qualities nailed, such as soul & passion which you could'nt miss if you were driving by at 60. I only caught a few songs, but didn't need more proof. Her soulful voice and Vibrant acoustic guitar rhythms are reminiscent of early Tracy Chapman.
- www.livemusicla.com
Discography
Jessica Peterson (self-titled debut album); Seaside EP
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Bio
Growing up, I was taught many things, but I wanted to teach myself how to play music and write songs. I believed that that was the only true way to learn your own distinct sound. I would sit for hours playing with my guitar (not always strumming the sound I wanted), but eventually, playing became like breathing and my fingers took on a life of their own when they joined up with the strings. Over the past few years, I have written over 70 songs and continue to write more and more each day.
Influenced greatly by her honesty, independence and strength, Ani Difranco has been a staple figure in my CD collection. Other influences include Janis Joplin, Etta James, Ella Fitzgerald, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, The Band, Joni Mitchell, Kristen Hersh, Dar Williams, Phish, Grateful Dead, Bob Marley, Toots and the Maytals, etc.
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