Janyse

Bio:

A mixture of pop, dance, and classic female vocal styling defines Janyse (pronounced Jen-niece), the acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter. But the true key to understanding Janyse is to get her inspirational message, one that she has lived out herself. Her new single, “Dreamers,” is a perfectly timed message. As Janyse puts it, “I wanted to write a song to help people stay motivated and inspired in these trying times, given the state of the economy. If you can keep your mind positive and focused, you can achieve your dreams.”

Over an Abba-esque arrangement (“They’re a huge influence of mine,” says Janyse), “Dreamers” showcases the power and range of Janyse’s voice. The choruses explode, and Janyse brilliantly links her message to the other great dreamers of the past, like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The single has already achieved great acclaim, with a Best Song Nomination (Dance) in the Toronto Exclusive Magazine Awards. CBC Radio Toronto has said, ‘Dreamers’ is another hook-filled gem from Janyse, perhaps the finest Canadian vocalist who isn't yet - emphasis on ‘yet’ - a household name.”

Raised on a farm in Kelowna, British Columbia, and of Icelandic and French descent, Janyse had the opportunity to experience a variety of musical styles. From her parent’s jukebox blaring out rock n roll and country to the classical music absorbed from her piano and ballet lessons, Janyse’s influences are an amalgam of different artists and genres. “I’ve always been a big fan of great songwriters – such as the technique of Diane Warren, the humor of Shania Twain, and the lyrics of John Lennon. ABBA has also been an enormous influence on my music.”

Janyse is also one of the top cartoon voiceover artists in the world, working with Marvel Comics, the Cartoon Network and Hasbro, playing various characters. “What I’ve taken from that experience is that you can’t take life so seriously – you have to retain that childlike wonder and sense of fun.” Through her work in animation, she met children through the Make-A-Wish Foundation and became inspired to create a children’s CD to help kids, titled The Magic Of Think. “I called it The Magic Of Think because the premise is that you can think of something positively or negatively – it’s your choice. But by thinking positively and being persistent, you can and will achieve your dreams.” The album was an immediate hit with children and their parents. Janyse has also had several of her songs placed in Film and Television, including works starring Pamela Anderson, Dean Cain, Chad Allen, Sally Pressman and more.

The inspirational message of her new single, “Dreamers,” was taken from her own first hand experience, after being in a car accident. “The doctor told me that I could end up in a wheelchair, and that I should seriously consider changing careers,” she recounts. “None of the things he warned me of came to pass. I took care of myself and I recovered. It was from that I learned that a dream can be achieved and that sometimes, it’s just better to look at life in a humorous way.”

In terms of her music, her new single “Dreamers,” her outlook and her life experience itself, it’s more than obvious that Janyse has stayed on her mission – to inspire people through her music.

Janyse's album The Magic Of Christmas and her new children's album The Magic Of Think were both recently honored to be in the GRAMMY and Oscars celebrity gift bags.

The Magic Of Christmas: Original Christmas songs - Jazz Swing, Blues, Pop

The Magic Of Think: Children's Album - Pop to Country

VOICEOVERS

An accomplished and award-winning vocal artist, Janyse is the voice of Lady Deathstrike in Hulk Vs. Wolverine, Hela in Hulk Vs. Thor, all female characters in Batman Motion Comics, Pinkie Pie in My Little Pony (Hasbro), Sarah & Lee Kanker in Kids Choice Awards Best Cartoon nominated Ed, Edd n Eddy (Cartoon Network), Kagura and Kanna in the hit series Inuyasha, Narrator of the Emmy Award winning series Adoption Stories (Alliance Atlantis Discovery), Cymbeline in Bratz (MGA), Melissa Duck in Baby Looney Tunes (Warner Bros) and the voice of Audience award winner Broken Saints at the Sundance Film Festival.

FILM & TV

Her original songs have recently been featured in Pamela Anderson’s new feature film “Blond & Blonder”, as well as the movies “Making Mr. Right” (Dean Cain), “On The Other Hand Death”, “Love Sick”, “All She Wants For Christmas” and the television series "Smart Cookies". In 2006, Janyse received the honor of being named one of four Finalists by the Song of the Year songwriting contest whose judges include the biggest names in music, such as Chris Brown, Fergie, Feist and Beyonce.

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Member Since:

December 08, 2005

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Influences:

INFLUENCES: Peggy Lee, Shania Twain, ABBA

Sounds Like:

SOUNDS LIKE: The intimate purity of Karen Carpenter's voice fused with ABBA's infectious melodies and driving percussion.

Record Label:

Magical Voice Productions