Few ever leave a performance of Janie’s without marveling at her rich vocals, passionate playing, and fresh approach to songwriting. An Atlanta native, she attributes her unique indie pop sound to a myriad of influences -- from her piano upbringing, to her roots in the south and a diverse listening palette that includes such artists as Imogen Heap and Jump Little Children. While anyone who has seen her on stage knows she loves to perform and share her music with others, her quest to keep making music stems from her own life experience.
Armed with commercial training and the influences of female alternative artists in the late nineties, Janie graduated from Belmont University’s Commercial Music program and returned to Atlanta to write and perform. She recorded several demos and eventually worked with Matt Stanfield in Nashville to produce her debut album, "Roots". With the album release, Janie completed an east coast mini-tour as well as a brief foray into an FYE in-store tour. She has since performed in renowned local venues such as Eddie's Attic, Red Light Cafe, 10 High, Vinyl and Smith's Olde Bar. Noted in 2006 as an IMWS showcase semi-finalist, and featured on a radio show of Atlanta based artists on 98.3 FM Whitley City shortly thereafter, Janie was also recognized as a keynote artist for the National Association of Asian-American Professionals in 2007.
While still playing locally as a solo artist and with a band, Janie is hard at work on new material for an upcoming recording. Look out for updated events and news at www.janiechu.com.
Hi stopping by to say Hi and invite you to a listen of my new minute long version of White Christmas.Thank you for your support and the Best To you always. tim
I wrapped my arms around this thought and whispered to the wind, “Carry me to the heart of my precious friend.” I was brought to that quiet place where I usually go to gather all the pictures that paints this portrait known. And in my mind I saw that twinkle shinning from your eye, that draws me in and holds my stare with a laughter or with a cry. Beauty for ashes, joy from this cup, and all that my friend will be, I love to spend much time here where thoughts of my friend carry me.
Janie Janie Janie... I can never make it to your shows! I have tickets to another show on the 30th, but keep me in the loop and I'll hit one up sooner than later.
"Not changing who i am" Janie... I really dig your song "Roots". Excellent lyric and vibe. Man.. you're playing Smiths this Friday. I'd really love to hear ya live. I think your compositions are worthy of praise. Wish I didn't have to work that night. I'll be there in Spirit lifting you up. Have a great show and keep in touch. I'll do my best to catch the next gig!
like your style!
