Growing up in a household where music was as essential as breathing, Jehnniel’s passion for sound and rhythm blossomed early on. Every day, music filled the air of her family compound, nestled alongside her grandparent’s home and a few cousins’ residences. From her grandfather’s vinyl collection to her father’s CDs, music was the heartbeat of her daily life, immersing her in a kaleidoscope of genres and sounds that would eventually shape her musical journey.
The Inspiration Behind a Musical Career
For Jehnniel, the path to pursuing a music career wasn’t just about the sound, but also a reflection of her deep spiritual journey. She describes it as “full of unpredictability and a hefty price to pay based on how we treat our whirlwind of emotions.” Nature, family, and friends—her “soul tribe”—became her grounding forces, allowing her to embrace life’s beauty and complexity. In her words, “Our body is an earth suit, and what dwells inside that body, the soul, is your real identity.” This spiritual perspective forms the essence of her music, which aims to resonate with the soul and transcend the physical world.
Musical Influences
Jehnniel’s eclectic taste in music has been a defining aspect of her identity. Growing up, she was inspired by a wide range of artists, from the romantic tunes of Brian Hyland’s Sealed with a Kiss to the groundbreaking sounds of legends like The Beatles, Bob Dylan, David Bowie, and Radiohead. Other influences include Björk, Alanis Morissette, Jewel, and Coldplay, among many others. This diverse range of musical icons contributed to Jehnniel’s unique style, blending genres and creating music that is both timeless and personal.
The Creative Process
Jehnniel’s songwriting process is as fluid and organic as her music. She begins with a chord structure, allowing melodies to naturally form as she strums her guitar and records her initial ideas on her phone. Once the structure is in place, she taps into the emotions of the moment, using her life experiences to guide the lyrics. “I replace those blabbering sounds with words,” she says, capturing the energy and feelings she wants to express. It’s an intuitive process where emotion leads, and words follow, creating songs that are deeply personal and full of raw feeling.
Music and Style
Jehnniel describes her sound as Alternative Electronic Indie Pop, a genre that reflects both her wide-ranging influences and her emotional depth. Her music is “emotionally dynamic yet dreamy and calming,” embodying a vibe that invites listeners into a space of reflection and emotional connection. The upcoming release of her song “Blue Skies,” written by Jehnniel and produced by Roberto Panovski, promises to be a beautiful extension of this style.
She hopes her music resonates with listeners on a profound level, reminding them of “how majestic and yet challenging life can be, just like how nature truly is.” Each song is an emotional journey, a reflection of her life and the lessons learned along the way. For Jehnniel, music isn’t just something to be heard—it’s something to be felt, experienced, and remembered.
Conclusion
Jehnniel’s music is a heartfelt expression of her spiritual journey and the eclectic influences that have shaped her life. From childhood memories of music filling her family home to her current exploration of indie pop, her sound captures the emotional highs and lows of life. With her unique blend of styles and a deeply personal approach to songwriting, Jehnniel is carving out a space for herself in the music world, inviting listeners to connect with their emotions and embrace the beauty of life, in all its complexity. Keep an eye out for Blue Skies on October 5th, a testament to the ever-evolving artistry of Jehnniel.
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