The J Project, the quintessential re-invention of the Classic Rock band consists of LaSalle Gabriel on lead guitar and the ever gorgeous "J" on vocals!
Wielding the charisma of Janis Joplin & the vocal prowess of Tina Turner,
the breath-taking French/Haitian "J" is perfect for the group's power driven drums & Hendrix-ian flavored guitars. Teaming with Producer & Grammy Award-winning guitarist LaSalle Gabriel, (Jamie Foxx, Prince, TLC, NBC, & Paramount/Showtime), The stage is now set for "Rock's 1st Woman of Color"
"J" first traveled to the U.S. at the age of 6, & learned to speak English through the lyrics of Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin. As a teen, "J" further developed her passion for singing, acting and modeling. As a result, she dominated beauty pageants in her native country, eventually winning
the highly coveted title of "Miss Haiti" shortly after high school. The title
gave "J" great exposure & led to roles in such films as "Miami Vice," w/Jamie Foxx & Colin Farrell & guest appearances in videos with Missy Elliot, Wyclef Jean, Jamie Foxx, & Master P. Certainly, not one to rest on her laurels "J"
also earned her Bachelors degree in Business by the age of 22. Discovered by producer LaSalle Gabriel while performing at a Grammy award artist showcase in L.A., these two mavericks have artfully blended their creative resources to create this over-the-top fusion of classic rock & blues.
The J Project's track record already speaks for itself. TJP's leadoff single "Delusions of Grandeur" spent a solid 21 weeks in the Top 40 of Billboards Hot 100 Singles chart, peaking at 15. This follows the song's feature in the Paramount/Showtime film "The Great Commission".
"Delusions" also made a significant presence on FMQB's Hot AC Chart for 9 weeks, averaging 1000 spins a week on over 50 stations, peaking at 10.
The group went on to become one of FMQBs Top 100 Most Played of 2005 and was featured in a spotlight story the same year. All this after a strong showing at college radio, where the single reached medium to heavy rotation on more than 200 college stations in less than 30 days.
TJP's debut album "Beautiful Criminal", featuring their latest single "Candy Cigarettes", hits stores nationwide in the fall of 2007. The group will then launch their North American tour opening for Warrant, Dokken, Bret Michaels, & The L.A. Gunns. The group will also be seen throughout 07' on various TV appearances such as Conan O'Brien & Access Hollywood.
2005 AWARDS CEREMONY KICKS OFF ROCKING
SLR Records act The J Project treated convention goers to a rocking four-song set at tonights R&R Industry Achievement Awards ceremony, showcased by their current single Delusions of Grandeur and a soaring rendition of Jimi Hendrixs classic "Little Wing..."
-R&R
THE J PROJECT - BEAUTIFUL CRIMINAL
Round up the lifeless ones. Put them all in the center of the room. Turn the speakers to face them and crank up the funky rock-n-roll of The J Project. The drum solo on "I've Been Bad" alone will waken up even the most lazy or tired person into a crazed dramatic dance...
-Smother.net
THE J PROJECT - SLR RECORDS
...the music industry has been struggling for the past few years... there is indeed a silver lining in that dark cloud...during a performance at a Grammy awards artist showcase, J met producer and SLR Records president LaSalle Gabriel... the JPR has had songs in several films and is currently performing at selected NASCAR events...
-Music Connection
THE J PROJECT - BEAUTIFUL CRIMINAL
This Band is strength in numbers where every single chord played by every single inner and outer appendage is everything. With every screw, spring and bolt of this carefully crafted grandfather clock of a group adorning its listeners ears with splendorous delights of musicianship at its highest metal, the face of todays music will retain the integrity of its roots as well as pioneering the way for a very bright and successful future.. ...
Candy Cigarettes is the much anticipated follow up to the unveiling of the album. Not only does J's vocal thrashing leave a much appreciated bruising on the ass, the tightness woven by this web spinning musicianship is enough to enrapture the most writhing of prey that couldnt possibly break free...
-International Online Music Magazine
