Living Colour guitarist Vernon Reid more deeply stated: "Badass! Jackie Venson plays with fierceness and inner fire that catches you in the heart! [4] The Austin Chronicle wrote that Venson's "willingness to stand naked lyrically and vocally" is an "admirable" trait, while her "smoldering and honest" voice "won't blow doors off buildings, but if she could, it would be overkill. "I want to make a lot of money because I want to make really great art," the former Westwood High School student declares. I tried out a few other different models, and I just didnt think that the tone options were possible for what I need, says Venson. Jackie Venson - Mammoth Festival of Beers & Bluesapalooza In I Used to Dream, described as her most personal song to her audience, Alanna explored the depths of her personal highs and lows. Instead of a full band I am experimenting with the help of my fantastic drummer Rodney Hyder. Indeed, Vintage Machine finds Venson pushing out in new directions, essentially inventing her own style after years of performances on local stages refining her blend of blues, folk, soul, hip-hop, jazz and more. 3802. Venson has released four studio albums, The Light In Me (2014), Joy (2019), Vintage Machine ( 2020) and Love Transcends (2021).In addition to four studio albums, Venson has also released four live albums, Live at Strange Brew (2016) Live in Texas (2020), Jackie . As visible as Venson has been on the local scene lately, she remains largely unknown nationally, with the exception of those who caught her sets opening for Gary Clark Jr. on tour. Jackie Venson intersperses casual munching, humorous sarcasm, and smacking her hand on a countertop into a discussion primarily on the challenges of operating as an independent musician in the age of the internet. She has been cited as drawing influences from Buddy Guy, Sade, and Alicia Keyes, and had the opportunity to tour with Gary Clark, Jr., Earth, Wind & Fire, and The Doobie Brothers, to name a few. Here, we take a closer look into the evolution Venson went through during her career so far, her influences, how she perceives music, and what advice she has for aspiring female musicians who are willing to take their chances in the music industry. Interested? S'inscrire sur Songkick pour suivre Jackie Venson et tre le premier averti quand l'artiste annonce un concert prs de chez toi. "I've learned how to zero my ear in on, say, my drummer's 16th-note triplet, which will give me a theme for an extended guitar solo," she says. When discussing memorable tours, she says, I would have to say its between the first European tour, the month I spent in New York City, and headlining Gruene Hall., Her last album, Joy, was released last year, which contains twenty incredible tracks. I want to provide that experience for them.". Combining Vaughans 2010 and 2011 albums Blues, Ballads and Favorites and More Blues, Ballads and Favorites, this triple-LP, two-CD set showcases the Austin blues legend at the top of his game, reeling off 31 tracks of American music classics that mine the common ground between blues, R&B and country. Copyright 2010-2022 - Shutter16. [2], Venson attended Westwood High School (Austin, Texas) and the Berklee College of Music, where she majored in composition and studio production. ", She has gone from being a child of a veteran musician to a viral December 2022 social media post about her 2020 single "Make Me Feel" in which fellow Texan Erykah Badu noted that "the future is bright." I am here for the journey. Blind Willie Johnson (January 25, 1897 - September 18, 1945) was an American gospel blues singer, guitarist and evangelist. In addition to these dates, she will be appearing in Milwaukee at Summerfest on September 2. You see I grab pen and paper. I bought it in 2011 - it was a Fender Mexican Strat with Sunburst finish, rosewood neck and gold hardware.. You can do whatever you want with that guitar., When it comes to her definition of tone, Venson says, Tone has always been and will always be in the hands of the beholder. She has been named "Best Guitarist" in the Austin Music Awards. Jackie Venson hails from Austin, Texas, and has been singing and playing professionally for over ten years. 2. All About Jazz musician pages are maintained by musicians, publicists and trusted members like you. Blind Willie Johnson - Wikipedia Jackie Venson got a priceless piece of career advice when she was 13 years old: "My dad told me that I had to start singing if I wanted to make any money in this business.". Shot at the Texas historic landmark Gruene Hall, Live in Texas is out on all streaming services!Joining me on stage: Rodney Hyder (drums), Nick Clark (bass),. After graduating from Berklee, she describes feeling frustrated with the "hard" schooling and the acculturation process of an institution so steeped in "rigid" processes and traditions. The path to musical success proves confusing for many and the industry's twisting undulations exhaust even the most optimistic of dreamers. This is a jazz music websitespammers will be deleted. Some have suggested it sounds like St. Vincent in spots. Jackie Vensons upcoming tour dates are set forth below. Fight Her music over the years shows her growth as an artist and her willingness to experiment. Anchoring Vensons band was her longtime rhythm section of drummer Rodney Hyder and bassist/keyboardist Rick Clark, with Eddy Hobizal adding keyboards behind backup singers Akina Adderley and Kate Priestley. As a songwriter, she is quite willing to expose her deepest thoughts and desires. What attracted you to the unique mixture of blues, rock, and soul that youre playing now? Throw a rock in Texas, and youll hit a guitar player better than most youve ever heard, guaranteed. Venson keeps on climbing with unrelenting conviction. This willingness to be vulnerable is a trait that draws in a listener to a uniquely personal experience. December 2018 single littered with synths, explosive blues riffs, and drums. Transcends is out now (opens in new tab). His graphic novels have been distributed worldwide, and he has been recognized as a noted influencer in VR and new media. Check out her studio albums, including Joy (2019) and Vintage Machine (2020), and watch her live performances on YouTube to get a flavor of this passion. "We documented the starting line," she says passionately. The artist IS the genre, especially if they write their own music or at least have a large part in writing their own music. [1] She has also performed at the Austin Urban Music Festival. Her set was made up of songs reflecting her career and highlighted her ability to switch music styles seamlessly from pop to guitar shredding and even to a bit of reggae. At the moment, Vensons music is inspired by more than one specific genre. 10. [Love] the Taste. Venson has described the album as an exciting departure for me in terms of the style of music. "It's a creaky old ladder and there's too many people on it," says the 29-year-old. Venson released her debut studio album, The Light In Me, in 2014. Tell us why you would like to improve the Jackie Venson musician page. Venson chomps down a handful of trail mix and looks blankly into space. What's the one effects pedal you couldn't do without, and why? Jackie Venson is an Austin-born singer-songwriter and guitarist who was the first African American woman to receive the 'Best Guitarist' title at the Austin Music Awards. I record everything, even when Im on an airplane or somewhere in public. Mike is Editor-in-Chief of GuitarWorld.com (opens in new tab), in addition to being an offset fiend and recovering pedal addict. Jackie Venson: Guitars, Music, and Inspiration - Guitar Girl Mag Nashville-based Alanna Royale opened for Jackie Venson. The Berklee College of Music alum figures she's got another 10 years of climbs left in her. She is equally comfortable playing in huge venues as well as small spaces and has opened for and appeared with numerous legends including Gary Clark Jr. and Buddy Guy. Venson performs and records with a three-piece band of professional musicians, although often switches up her live instrumentation to be anywhere from solo, to a six-piece band. BA1 1UA. I'm looking at different types of looper pedals - haven't settled on one yet but I'm looking. Chatting with Jackie Venson, the Musical Jewel of Austin Jackies touring equipment was equally spare, with her alternating between two Epiphone Les Pauls. Over the years, she has seen a lot of changes in her style while working through various genres of music. Learn more about Daniels work and contact him through his homepage, DangerKatt.com. Everything is a grey area, and if you dont love music to the very core of your being, you wont last very long. I usually come up with the music or the beat first, and then after I lay that down, in my sampler or with a looper. Jackie Venson is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist from Austin, Texas. I play leads over the music until I find a melody that resonates with me. Jackie Venson Archives - Austin City Limits Expose my tender heart for the world to know ", Interview:Country band Parmalee rides a wave of success into 2023. These thoughts that early on in my life were huge for me and left a lasting impression on song form, arrangement, and lyrical style.. Jackie Venson - YouTube Jackie Venson, Andrew Venson, Blue Mist, Rodney Hyder, Kanye West, Gary Clark Jr., St. Vincent, Vieux Farka Toure, 2018 / 19 Austin Music Awards, UtopiaFest, Information is power. Alanna Quinn-Broadus has a towering voice that combines sincerity with sensuality reminiscent of Susan Tedeschi and Nikki Bluhm. Those unfamiliar with Venson should prepare themselves for what. A semi-retired professional musician with over 40 years of experience, her father, now 75, demonstrated the ability to gig, parent, and keep the lights on thanks to the capital's vibrant music scene. Mixing and matching beats, she obsesses over transitions like a DJ would. First, it was as a high school teenager, then as a classical pianist at the prestigious Berklee College of Music. Black Rock Coalition. But she decided on a different path when she picked up a guitar. Give me another 10 years and I think I'll be able to accomplish that goal. Don't Lie To Me, Austin-born guitarist Jackie Venson's latest single, lures listeners in with breezy reggae grooves, but a searing overdriven solo confirms the singer-songwriter's fierce musical intent courtesy of some searing Strat licks . "Guess what?" This enabled her huge transition from classical music to her gritty R&B and soul style as she began writing the songs that reflected her heart. "I was expecting it to be one thing and it ended up being another thing and I was really depressed probably for the entire time I went there. Forbes called you an Austin legend in the making. Does having something like that said about you add pressure to continue getting bigger? Jackie Vensons Joy to the World tour continues through the end of August. Comments lit up on the livestream with one viewer raving, Never heard Jackie before, tuned in because I follow Austin City Limits, this is fantastic. The perpetually grinning Venson turned to the subject of lamour for Keep On, a reggae tune that still left plenty of room for her frisky axe work. March 29, 2019. Otherwise, [the comparison] is like Jill Scott and Madonna, and they don't sound anything alike.". "Love is Blind" Alicia Keys "Sweet Life . I dont think the brand of the instrument or pickups or anything has a lot to do with it. She specifically embraced the sheer intensity of electric Texas-based blues. The temperature inside the house increases a few degrees. Jackie Venson: Guitars, Music, and Inspiration, Giveaway: Win 1 of 3 Luna Guitars Enter to Win, All She Ever Wanted: Go-Go Kathy Valentine Pens A Memoir. That is worth way more money than what I paid. Blind drummer Rodney Hyder, a former bandmember with Andrew, today backs Jackie on occasion. Her talent was refined in her childhood in the middle of a musical family of which she is the youngest of nine siblings.