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Mercury/Island's Jessie James Interview with BlogCritics.org!

2009-05-27 00:25:00

The rising pop diva dished on everything from her audition with LA Reid, to songwriting sessions with Kara DioGuardi, to which qualities she appreciates the most in a man! Read on to get the full low-down!

BlogCritics.org Interview: Jessie James - Singer and Songwriter
by Clayton Perry

Nearly a decade after the meteoric success of Shania Twain, Jessie James is staking her claim to become one of America's marquee pop starlets. And looking at the current musical landscape, Jessie James may be the breakout star of 2009.

As with all new artists, comparisons are bound to arise—especially with the presence of best-selling artists like Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood. But Jessie James stands apart, however, through her songwriting prowess, which better suits an audience that would allow for pop chart dominance. Take "Wanted," Jessie James' lead single, for example, which is quite reminiscent of Christina Aguilera's "Genie in a Bottle" years.

Although the future is unpredictable, call me clairvoyant. Ten years from now, the world will distinctly remember—and fondly address—the name of Jessie James. Upon the review of her self-titled debut, Jessie James managed to squeeze some time out of her busy schedule and settle down for an interview with Clayton Perry — reflecting on Bobbie Gentry, "Wanted," and the long road to Mercury Records.

Clayton Perry: Several sources note that you've been singing since the age of two and that you won your first talent contest at the age of nine. Do you recall the name of your victory song?

Jessie James: Yeah. It's called "I Want to be a Cowboy Sweetheart" and I had to yodel in the song! [laughing] It was great.

Clayton Perry: In the early years, what motivated you to pursue your musical passions? Was there a family influence or was this all personally driven?

Jessie James: I asked my mom about it. I had heard about the talent show. It was in Baker, Louisiana and they have one every year. I had heard about it through my grandmother. It was in the paper, I guess, and they were just talking about it happening again. I was like, "I really want to be in this contest." So my mom put me in the show.........

Read Clayton Perry's full interview with Jessie James on Blogcritics.org!

Jessie James
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Myspace

"Wanted" Music Video

Behind the Scenes with Jessie James Webisode

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