Artist description There's no doubt about it, Jen has been playing music all of her life. With straightforward lyrics that relate universally and music that flows from one song to the next, despite several different styles exhibited, Jen has the ability to captivate any audience. The lyrics speak of life, love, and deep relationships that affect all of us. The music is melodic and heartfelt. Friends say she's "Ahead of her time" and "Stronger vocally than anyone else I've heard". With a voice that reaches out and grabs you and a piano style that's simple and melodic, you won't soon forget this performer. Her style is expansive and universal. You can't help but love her powerhouse voice and smooth piano. Jen plays everything from Stevie Nicks and Aretha Franklin to Alanis Morrisette and Fiona Apple, as well as her own original creations. Don’t miss this fresh, new female on the scene!

Music Style Powerhouse vocals backed by smooth, melodic piano

Musical Influences Stevie Nicks, Janis Joplin, Carole King, James Taylor, Paul Simon, Alanis Morrisette, Fiona Apple, Aretha Franklin

Similar Artists Sarah Mclachlan, Sheryl Crow, Natalie Merchant, Stevie Nicks

Artist History Jen was born and raised in Chicago. After leaving for Ann Arbor in 1993 to obtain a BA, Jen soon realized that she wanted more than an education: She wanted to perform. She fronted several bands, singing lead and harmonies, playing piano and guitar. She entertained people in several different venues around southeastern Michigan for close to five years. She enjoyed a solo residency at a piano bar where people came to hear incredible music in a comfortable setting every Thursday. Her quest to share her music has brought her home, to Chicago. Jen currently plays at least twice a week in the city and is continually booking more solo performances. Her powerful voice is attracting more and more attention in her hometown than ever before.

Group Members Jen Porter - piano and vocals

Instruments Piano

Albums Faces, The Jen Porter Project

Press Reviews www.kissmyheart.com Interview From the Music of the Night column by Brian Kirst appearing in Chicago Hotspots Magazine May, 2001: "...if you are truly in an adventurous mood, and want to get completely drenched in talent, I suggest that you check out the incredible Jen Porter. Porter performs every Thursday at Gentry on State. This petite flame haired performer has a soulfully raucous voice and offers a truly unique cabaret experience. In between playing her own upbeat compositions, Porter covers rock's current creme of the estrogen crop. If you are longing to hear Tori Amos, Fiona Apple, Sade, Stevie Nicks or Tracy Chapman done as well as the original artists, then Porter is your woman! Gentry has truly done audiences everywhere a service by adding Jen Porter to their roster of incredible performers."

Location Chicago, Illinois - USA

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