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Jenna Bryson
Pop / Indie / Folk Rock



Los Angeles, California
United States

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Last Login:  12/5/2009
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Member Since6/22/2004
Band Websiteilike.com/artist/jenna+bryson
Band MembersJenna Bryson on vocals & guitar (her name is Delilah... yes, I named my instrument because I'm a big, fat dork).

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InfluencesLots of love, heartache and everything in between. People, stories, events, ideas, boredom, excitement... influences and inspiration abounds! Oh. Artists that influence me? Good question. Answer: Ani diFranco, Jewel, Alanis, Chantal Kreviazuk, Buttergly Boucher, Susan Tedeschi, Nina Gordon, Dana Glover, Porcelain, Simon & Garfunkel, Michelle Branch/The Wreckers, Missy Higgins, Rachael Yamagata, The Beatles, Damien Rice, Josh Kelley, John Mayer, Jason Mraz, Sara Bareilles, Anna Nalick, Jason Reeves, Colbie Caillat, Gavin DeGraw, Howie Day, Rosie Thomas, Susan Egan, Glen Hansard & The Frames, Toby Lightman, Diane Warren, lovin' Charlotte Sometimes, all the Walt Disney Princesses, and lots more.
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My most recent video and my "directorial" debut. All song production, video production and editing were done my lil' ol' me. Enjoy! (go to YouTube.com/JennaBryson for more videos and to subscribe to my channel)

Episode 4 of my new music series titled In The Rough. This song is called "Happy."(go to YouTube.com/JennaBryson for more videos and to subscribe to my channel)

WOMEN OF SUBSTANCE internet radio is playing "Me Minus You!" Check it out and give them a listen; great stuff here!

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   About Jenna Bryson
If you’re expecting some tale about a gifted child prodigy, or a girl born into poverty whose only escape was music, or anything of that nature which you would usually find in a story like this one about a musician or an entertainer, you won’t find it here.

I am from a middle of the road, middle-class family. I went to public school, earned just-above average grades, and then went to a state university where I graduated with a B.A. degree. Nothing fancy, nothing to complain about.

I haven’t been singing since I could talk (not that I’m aware of), I’ve only been playing guitar for five years, piano for less than one year, and I still work several jobs in order to pay my rent each month.

I am not that which dreams are made of; I am not the picture of success. I have had several opportunities to make something happen and, so far, all of these have fallen through. In some cases, the failure was my own… probably a lack of true preparation on my part. In other instances, it just wasn’t my day; no luck, I suppose.

Want the gory details? OK. Here's my list of "coulda beens," "close calls," and other yada, yada, yadas:

- About a year after moving to Los Angeles from my home in Maryland, I auditioned for an all-girl pop group and actually got selected. I was the first one chosen (the group didn’t even have a name yet) and I got to check out the other contenders and voice my opinion about them, too. I also met “Babyface” and his wife, who supposedly had dibs on the group and wanted sign us to his label, but as you can see, I am no Nicole Scherzinger and I have no Pussycat Dolls.

- A few years ago, I got close to landing a manager that represented Jason Mraz, but… he left the music biz altogether. Dagnabbit!

- Not more than a year ago, I met Gavin DeGraw after a concert at The House of Blues; I told him I was going to be the female version of him. "Girly Gavin?" he asked. Yep. Guess we'll see about that, huh?

- Right before I quit waiting tables, I slipped my demo into Justin Timberlake’s take-out bag at Outback Steakhouse. I'm guessing that my CD got tossed into the same circular file as his leftovers, cuz I never heard anything from him.

- Last year, I randomly met Josh Kelley at an open mic in L.A. (yes, he was at an open mic). All the other crooners at the joint had no idea who he was, so I asked him to play my favorite song of his, but he could only play it if someone loaned him a guitar (he had just planned on playing songs on the in-house piano), so I told him he could play my guitar. It was my brand-new, like days old, Martin guitar... he played the song, "Amazing," and it couldn't have been a more perfect experience. Oh yeah, and his lady Katherine Heigl was standing next to me the whole time and thanked me for loaning him my guitar. Afterward, I chatted it up with him and his peeps, and I told him about my next show. I gave him a flyer to my show; he said he'd come to my show if I came to his... which I did (it was at Hotel Cafe and I made sure to say "Hi" to him and remind him of who I was, the "amazing" girl who loaned him a guitar at an open mic)... but he, however, did not come to mine. I should wear a tee shirt that says: Josh Kelley played my guitar and all I got was this lousy anecdote. Ha!

- A lot of people ask if I've ever auditioned for "American Idol." I actually did go, once (which I had sworn I would never do), and just as I was getting in line I got word that I’d scored an audition for a spot on “Entourage.” I went to that audition instead, didn’t get the part, and wasn’t allowed to get back in line at “American Idol.” Doh!

- And no, my music hasn’t been played on “The Hills” (yet), you can’t find me on iTunes (yet), I’ve never sold-out a show (yet), I have yet to book a gig at the infamous Hotel Café here in Hollywood, and as you can see from that little section over to the left of this page titled “Record Label,” I don’t have one of those either.

So what... every artist has stories like these... I mean, woe-is-me, right?! What's the point?

Good question.

After years of feeling defeated, inadequate, and wishing that something serendipitous would happen and magically make all my wildest dreams come true, I’ve realized that (pay attention, now) some walls are placed in front of us not to keep us from getting what we want, but to help us figure out how much we really want it.

And if you want it enough, if you care enough about creating the life you dream about... and you can’t climb over that wall? well, you effing break it down! You decide to make your own opportunities and quit relying on fate or luck or other people to give those chances to you.

So, that said, on to happier days! I’m recording my first mini-album of seven songs with this fantastic producer (Gary Tharp, whom I hunted-down here on MySpace and begged to work with), and some amazing musicians (who’ve played on recordings for Sara Bareilles, Anna Nalick, Alanis Morissette, Michelle Branch, etc). And the coolest part about it, is that I’m paying for this all on my own... with a little bit of help from do-gooder fans and friends like you (if YOU would like to donate to help me finish the record sooner, message me and I'll send you the link).

Finishing this record will be the biggest, real goal I’ve set so far in my life. Ultimately, I hope it might inspire others to make their dreams happen, too.

That’s it. That’s my story. For now. I’m sure there will be other missed boats, dropped balls and delicious carrots hung just out of reach, but so what? These things don’t define me and they don’t decide if I am a success or not. I’d rather leave that up to you.

You’re here, you’re listening, and that’s all that matters. Thank you.

Enjoy the music!

xox,

P.S. I'm a big believer in empowering people. For example, instead of just giving someone a fish, teach them HOW to fish... and loan them the money for the fishing pole while you're at it (cuz it's really hard to fish with your hands and fishing poles are expensive). Don't get my analogy? No worries! Let me simplify: help some hard working folks around the world make a better life for themselves with a loan through http://www.kiva.org -- check it out!


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Kirsten Ireland

Kirsten Ireland



Dec 4 2009 12:08 AM

Something real...couldn't resist ;)
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Dec 3 2009 7:31 PM

Ylion Mutt busca baterista. interesados ponerse en contacto en este myspace o en ylioncontacto@gmail.com




Paul Weston

Paul Weston



Dec 3 2009 5:21 PM

Hi Jenna,

As Christmas approaches I would like to wish you and your family a very special Festive celebration.

"Beautiful is the moment in which we understand that we are no more than an instrument of God; we live only as long as God wants us to live; we can do only as much as God makes us able to; we are only as intelligent as God would have us be."
Archbishop Oscar Romero, from his last homily, March 23, 1980.

I hope you like my Christmas card and poem and additional card / pictures.
May your love “glow.”

Paul.
X

“Candle in the window.”

“A light as pure as an Angels Glow
A gentle breeze sparks a flickering light to Heavens Path.
Through the open window flies a brown majestic Moth
He dances round the table cloth
Fluttering flirtatiously enticed to the flame
Like water to a cloud and flowers in the rain.

An aura of starlight
Glowing embers of radiance so clear
You take away the darkness
The hopelessness, the fear.

Calming, graceful, romancing, dancing on the window sill
A light for my memories
Inspiration for my dreams
A candle by the open window
God Bless the Grace you give me
A moment so serene.”

JEFFREE STAR

Sesame Ellis



Dec 2 2009 6:47 AM

Good morning,

I just stopped by for a visit and to say "HI".

Have a great week ahead!

defow.com

:)
Trish

Trish



Dec 1 2009 1:59 PM

just wanted to drop by and say hello. :)
how are you?
John DiGrazia

John DiGrazia



Nov 29 2009 9:40 PM

Hi Jenna...hope you had a good weekend...
Greg Frank

Greg Frank



Nov 29 2009 7:10 AM

Good Page and ☼ Thanks for the add ☺
RED, WHITE, and CRUE

RED, WHITE, and CRUE



Nov 28 2009 3:32 AM

Hello Jenna Bryson, how are you?!?!? Hope you had a good Thanksgiving.

-Joe
jasmine.

Jasmine Barragan



Nov 27 2009 1:56 PM

:) i sure did got stuffed... i listened to the songs the you posted at revernation thiny... it's actually really good :)
rin

rin



Nov 27 2009 7:31 AM

hi..U are so Beautiful, Sweety..:)
High Like Five!!

High Like Five!!



Nov 27 2009 4:40 AM

Hey there its High Like Five just wanting to wish you Happy Holidays.

Check out our lastest videos our youtube channel.
http://www.youtube.com/user/HighLikeFive
Also our full length ablum "The Melody That Makes a Difference" is no availble on iTunes.
www.highlikefive.com

Hope you rock out this Holiday Season & that its one to remember.

<3 High Like Five.
jasmine.

Jasmine Barragan



Nov 26 2009 4:05 PM

happy thanksgiving jenna!!!
Colette

Matos Nancy



Nov 25 2009 7:29 AM

Good morning,

Thank you for add.

Have a great week ahead!

defow.com

:)
JOHN

JOHN



Nov 25 2009 4:53 AM

Jenna
Hoping Your Thanksgiving is a Blessing.!.!.!
mark

mark snyder



Nov 25 2009 2:58 AM

thank you so much for sending me the message , i will cherish that on
peace and love mark
jasmine.

Jasmine Barragan



Nov 23 2009 12:07 AM

it's seriously the best lol
jasmine.

Jasmine Barragan



Nov 22 2009 2:37 AM

hahaa, your welcome and it's actually like the best thing, especially when i have a text message a part of your song 'happy' plays ;)

jasmine
mark

mark snyder



Nov 21 2009 4:03 AM

thanx jenna,
u lifted me up with that one
your music sooths my soul
keep it coming
mark
Roger

Roger Melvin



Nov 21 2009 3:40 AM

GOD BLESS YOU ON THANKSGIVING!


TODAY...
MAY YOU FIND
YOU HAVE MUCH
TO BE THANKFUL FOR,

TOMORROW...
MAY THE JOYS
OF THIS SEASON
STAY WITH YOU,

AND ALWAYS,,,
MAY YOU KNOW
GOD'S MANY BLESSINGS
IN YOUR LIFE!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING

Richard

Richard Bermudez



Nov 20 2009 3:57 PM

Hello Jenna Bryson! Thank you for the friend request!! Million hugs!!!
TenPinTom2

tom tippery



Nov 19 2009 3:35 AM

Wishing you the best and a great Thanksgiving.
jasmine.

Jasmine Barragan



Nov 18 2009 2:59 PM

blasting your music is like the best thing ever ;)
Steve

Steve Skaggs



Nov 16 2009 3:58 AM

Hi Jenna
I wanted to stop by to say hello and wish you a wonderful week. Take care.
Steve
Jon Lawson

Jon Lawson



Nov 15 2009 11:19 PM

Jenna Jenna Jenna! Once again, you've made me feel good inside! "Happy", it's beautiful to me and thank you for it!

Will you marry me?.com JOKE

Stay sweet and beautiful miss ma'am!

Jon
Brittnee Belt

Brittnee Belt



Nov 15 2009 7:19 AM

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? Brittnee
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