Pop-country singer-songwriter Jess Antonette launched her career as a background singer for Melissa Etheridge and has since supported Grammy Award winners like Michael Bolton, The Goo Goo Dolls, and more.

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Now a remarkable solo artist in her own right, Jess Antonette has graced stages at iconic venues worldwide, opening for A-list acts such as Jordan Davis, Jackson Dean, Tucker Beathard, and the Eli Young Band.

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This multidimensional rooted rebel from a small rural town in western New York blends small-town values with a big-city mindset. That balance made her move to Nashville, Tennessee, a natural fit. Her musical influences span generations, from '90s country icons like The Chicks, Shania Twain, and Alison Krauss to '70s favorites like Karen Carpenter and Bread.

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Her strong will, limitless attitude, and quirky, unfiltered personality make her equal parts funny and fierce. Never afraid to speak her mind or keep people on their toes, she embraces her bold, fearless Northeastern spirit, living authentically and unapologetically with the goal of inspiring others to do the same.

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Her music has been featured on respected radio stations including Nash FM, iHeartRadio, BIG FROG 104, and KISS-FM. The music video for "Fix It" received recognition from CMT, while singles including "Your Place or Mine," "White Lines," and "Back Pocket" earned placements on Spotify editorial playlists such as New Music Nashville, New Music Country Friday, and All New Country. Her recent single "Over the Moon" remained on Spotify's Fresh Finds Country playlist for three consecutive months.

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Jess has gained recognition as a multi-genre songwriter whose songs have appeared on artists' albums and in television shows. She was a finalist in the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Competition in the Country category, earned a nomination alongside Lance Carpenter for Music Collaboration of the Year at the Arkansas Country Music Awards, and was recognized as a Writer on the Rise at the Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival. Most recently, Jess performed two full-band shows on Nashville's iconic Broadway during CMA Fest, further establishing herself as an energetic and engaging live performer.

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More than a full-time musician, Jess is redefining what it means to be a modern artist. She proves that creativity and entrepreneurship can co-exist. While on the road as a background singer, she built a remote company that funded her music. She challenged the idea that artists must choose between their craft and financial stability. Her business doesn’t take away from the art—it empowers it, allowing her to stay self-funded.

Recognized by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce and YP Nashville as an “Emerging Leader in Nashville” through the NELA Awards, 40 Under 40 Award from the Business Council of Westchester, New York, and Women’s Trailblazer Award nomination through the Nashville Business Journal.

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With a heart for community, Jess is deeply invested in the Nashville music scene. She hosts the elite Heavy Hitters Writers’ Round, spotlighting hit songwriters and standout voices, as well as the Big Daddy Showcase—a high-energy, full-band performance designed to separate true performers from the rest. These events have also led to her partnership with Big Country 99.7 and 101.1, where Jess hosts her weekly radio segment “Boots On The Ground,” interviewing the writers behind the songs heard on the radio and the best voices shaping Music City.

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With a growing legacy as an artist, entrepreneur, and community leader, Jess Antonette’s journey is only just beginning.