Born and brought up in Plaistow, East London to a Jamaican mother and British/ Sicilian father, Jade’s upbringing has been, unusual, to say the least. Her dad is blind and her mum is partially blind and deaf. Being a carer to her parents and two younger siblings has given Jade a pragmatic outlook on life. Since a three year-old singing in her grandma’s garden, she’s set her sights on making music, and pursued her dreams relentlessly. “My parent’s disabilities have given me a lot of drive, because my mum always said she didn’t want to see us struggling like her,” says Jade. “Since I was young, I knew what I wanted to do, and their support and advice has given me the ambition to go out and get what I want.”
With both parents unable to work and existing on disability benefits, money was far from flowing in the Ewen household. Approached by the renowned Sylvia Young theatre school, but unable to pay the astronomical fees, Jade set her mind to winning one of the precious few scholarships on offer. She was successful, and as a teenage attendee of the school Jade appeared on The Bill, Casualty and Mr Harvey Lights A Candle, before cutting her vocal skills performing onstage as the female lead 'Nala' in The Lion King. After leaving school, Jade set out with steely determination to get signed.
Grabbing her dad, his guide dog and her demo, the three travelled New York where she impressed renowned music producer Kwame (Christina Aguilera, Pussycat Dolls, Usher, Will Smith) Within weeks he set her to work and since the two have been busy crafting tracks that explore life, love and growing up.
Similarly to her musical idols, Aretha Franklin only being one of them, the songs were recorded live with a full band; they’re truly a breath of fresh air in this age of digital mimicry.
“I think the energy is really there,” she explains of the nine tracks so far mixed and mastered. “I’m young, I don’t want to sound depressing and boring. But I think some of the second half of the album will look at my relationship with my family. I want to allow this record to be intimate and personal at times.”
So stop. Take another look at Jade Ewen. What you see isn’t all you get. Instead, recognise Jade Ewen for what she truly is; one of a kind. “I don’t want to be like everyone else, and I’m not like anyone else either,” concludes Jade simply. “I’m trying to have integrity and be honest in what I do, as that’s what I respect and admire in the artists that I love.”
Yeah my Sisteren bless everytime. Just thinking on the 'moment' and how right now there are about six billion people all having a 'moment' all at the same time. Bless and enjoy the 'moment' Chilling on the way to Zion
Hey Jade thanks for the love, and accepting me as a myspace friend your music is hot girl do your thing for your fans, im glad to have you as a myspace friend. Have a blessed day.
Hey! Thanks Jade! I feel can feel the love! I feel the warm fuzziness already! lol! Anyway, I'm feeling the new single "Stolen Love" Hey, stop back by and check out my new single "FIRE!" I'd love to hear your feedback. Let's stay in touch. I look forward to our myspacee friendship.
hey sweety, yea I can feel the love! lol thanks for the comment loving the music, would love to work with you one day. my new myspace will be up soon, stay in touch aswell. stay blseed x
Hey Jade! Hope all is well. I know ur perfecting ur project right now so I'm patiently waiting. I still have a song for u. One thing at a time tho' getting my clothing line ready for launch. Accent Marq Designs. Check me out Nov 28. www.myspace.com/accentmarquedesigns.com. TTYL. Take care!
Thank you for the very personal comment...I love your writing style and voice. I'm trying to get my production company up and running. I'm a long-time fan of Kwame. I always wondered who he was working with and then I found you. I look forward to your solo project... Talk to you soon.
I badly understand English! = (I Hope you it you will not use? ;))) I will come to you on page often. Very often =))) I have not understood about love = (... Colloquial English - for me it is heavy! = ((( I am very glad that you have agreed to friend!!! I hope closer friendship, and active dialogue!! Hugs Dmitry!!!! ;)
Jade, I wanna thank you for the add and coming by my page to show me sum love. I can most definitely feel it! LOL. I love your music and I wanna wish you the best of luck with your music career...you're well on your way to becoming a BIG STAR in the music industry!! Keep doing your thing!!!
I just wanted to check in on my myspace friend and see how you are doing. I know you are busy making those dollars in this crazy economy. When you get a minute, please check out my director Evan Winter’s two new music videos at http://www.evanwinter.com/new.php if you haven't done so already. We are extremely excited about the new work, shot totally on an independent level with no major label budgets or support. Hit me back at mkmmanagement@aol.com after you have a chance to view. Speak soon.
hey jade you already spoke to me before! check out the top name on my friends list...
...got a couple new tracks on that page, been in the studio lately with some really talented singers - if you get a chance have a listen i dont think you'll be disappointed! hope all is going well with your album - still waiting for that to drop!
Thank you for your kind words and comments! Its really something wonderful to fathom all the talent here. Stay strong in doing all you love! And please feel free to keep in touch and drop me a message or a comment anytime you'd like. Keep me updated on what's up and how you're doing.
On November 17th, my first new age style listening adventure, "Desert Seas" will be released. Please search for Miss Kristin on Itunes and you will find all 8 of my unique and special CDs. Check em out! Some rock and some groove, i'm sure you will find one just right for you!
We have lots more great music in store for you in the coming year too, so be patient, hold tight, stay tuned and sit right. Warm and sultry, heart to heart comin your way! Much Love, Miss Kristin
Hey hey...Just want to drop by and say hi and thank u so much for the continued love and support you've been showing me:-) And bc of your support, I'm on my way to getting my single on Philly's Power 99 radio station! When u get a minute, u can check out my song on the Power 99 website. The more plays I get, the better my chances of getting my single "Understand on the radio"...I know you'll show me love and help me to get there. Every time the song plays all the way through, it counts as one play. Feel free to listen multiple times, but make sure to refresh the page each time to count as a new play. Thank u again for supporting me and my music..talk to u soon:-) You can click on the link below.
TEAM GE3K back again with a remix of Day26's Since You Been Gone. be sure to come check it out. let us know how your liking it. And if your interested in any sort of production/songwriting please send it to our inbox.
