A true musical journeyman, Jesse Terry has made it his mission to
share his love of music fully and completely, without regard for
shading his emotions or tempering his convictions. By his own
definition, hes never been a cautious individual, but rather one who
finds inspiration and optimism in the solace and joy making music
brings him; and that which he can impart to others. In that regard,
his artistic quest has become satisfying and self-fulfilling. Things
happen for me at the right place and time when Im focusing on my art
and connecting with people, Jesse suggests. Ive always had the desire
to spread peace and unity through my music. This gives me a tangible
purpose, even when life doesnt seem to make much sense. Hes made that
message clear on each of his albums, but never more so than of the two
he recorded simultaneously in 2017. Stargazer, released this past
September, was a defining record in Jesses career, unencumbered by the
need to fit into a specific genre while emulating instead the artists
and recordings that formed such an indelible impression on him as he
was finding his own way early on. Recorded with producer and
multi-instrumentalist Josh Kaler, its an aural spectacle of sorts,
filled with rich arrangements and a genuine sense of celebration. It
was met with a wealth of critical acclaim, many of which summed up his
strengths conclusively. this savvy pop genius may have just given
birth to the perfect soundtrack to help us find our way, raves Eric
Thom in Blurt Magazine. Jesse Terry anoints each complex arrangement
with compelling vocals that are sweet, smooth perfection each song
sounding better than the last. Jesse Terry delivers something special
with the lush Stargazer... a personal, honest and lushly orchestrated
album, Tara Joan wrote in The Daily Country. Infused with the warmth
of a beautifully arranged string quartet, Stargazer brings a sense of
hope that Terry carries within himself. This is an album to be
treasured, the British publication Fatea noted. Stargazer is a triumph
from start to finish, and Jesse Terry can be rightfully proud of an
album that should, if there is any justice, be sitting in the Top 10
Albums of 2017 lists that you care to mention. The second album and
latest release to emerge from those sessions, the aptly titled
Natural, finds Jesse relying on a more organic approach to his music.
It was, he explains, intended to be a very simple affair, merely
vocals, acoustic guitar and piano, although it soon took on a life of
its own. We held tight to the concept of a very sparse and acoustic
album, but after entering the studio we let the songs lead the way,
and abandoned most boundaries, he reflects. Josh and I were totally
consumed with the project and recorded it in two straight weeks. Most
days in the studio lasted at least fourteen hours, and I loved every
second of it. The idea of releasing two albums back to back soon
became a plausible reality. With the support of more than 500 people
who donated to a PledgeMusic campaign, he managed to find the
resources and the resolve to bring the new album to fruition, despite
a busy tour schedule. Ive realized that Im not really an independent
artist at all, he reckons. My career and music are mostly supported by
a loyal fan base that I have around the world. This allows me the
freedom to follow my dreams, like recording two albums in one year!
And because I dont have a record label or anyone else to answer to, I
can do exactly what I want to do. What Jesse decided to do with
Natural was to make an album that featured some of the female singers
he most admired, among them Dar Williams, Cary Ann Hearst of Shovels &
Rope, Liz Longley, Annie Clements, Erin Rae, Sarah Darling, and Kim
Richey. Some were friends, others were people he or his producer had
worked with before: Williams was an early influence, and Annie
Clements attended Bostons Berklee College of Music with Jesse. Sarah
Darling had recorded one of his songs for her own albums. 15 - 15 USD
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