J.PIGG

Jason Christopher Pigg (J. Pigg) was born in Santa Rosa, Ca and was introduced to music at a very young age by his father, Earnest Pigg. He began playing music at the young age of 9, playing lead drum in the school’s band for 5 years. Soon thereafter, Jason began recording songs on a karaoke machine with his younger brother, whom would produce songs playing live instruments. The influence from his father and his love for old 70's funk led Jason to enjoy writing to songs with live instrumentation. This also developed his ear for music and harmony which is evident in many of his hooks. By age 19, he had hooked up with Bay Area producer Steve Gordon and began recording his first solo album in San Francisco, CA at the former DJ Academy.After high school Jason left to start college at California University of Chico. During his time away at college he met artists Kevin Hoganson (I2k), Brenton Lee (B-Lee), and Joe Cissney (DJ MARVEL) at which time they formed the group The Hooliganz.After graduating from Chico State in 2005 with a degree in Communications, Jason went full force with his music releasing his first solo album “Brief History” in March of 2006, selling 3000 units independently. In March of 2007 J.Pigg dropped the 1 requested song on 98.7 fm Chico and 94.7 fm Redding with over 700 spins called “Stevie Wonder.”Jason’s passion for writing unique hooks and melodic songs is what separates him from the rest. Some radio programmers are calling J’s music “The TRUE definition of Hip-Pop”. His happy yet focused demeanor shows in this brief interview.What do you think the music industry is missing? “Substance! There was a time in Hip-hop when it was fun”. “I want to take it back to that”!How would you describe your sound? “It is a breath of fresh air”.As an artist, how different are you than last year? “My writing is much better and my stage presence has turned a 360”.J. Pigg’s voice and look is so unique heads turn even when he isn’t rapping. He is quickly becoming one of the most unique and exuberant artists to emerge in recent years. Not since The Fresh Prince has an artist been able to collaborate together honest, captivating lyrics with hot beats. College students, Teens and Parents alike gravitate to J. Pigg’s music.With the positive reaction from fans about his stage presence, his unique ability to make good, real music, and a personality to match, Jason is looking forward to a very successful 2008. His sophomore album entitled 'Advent Musik' is scheduled to be released in September of 08' and he has created quite a stir with what fans have heard thus far. Needless to say, he is a raw new talent to be reckoned with.