Jessica Lynn Danilczyk (known professionally as Jessie Daniels) (born August 2, 1987) is an American former actress, singer, and songwriter. She has appeared in independent films and commercials for

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and MTV. She has also appeared in musical theater and off-Broadway plays. She retired from the entertainment industry in 2008.

Discography and appearances

In 2003, Daniels recorded an EP which she released independently via her website. She was also part of the World News Tonight 9/11 tribute special.
"Our interview with Jessie Daniels", February 29, 2004, stylinzine.com Daniels's debut and only studio album '' Jessie Daniels (album), Jessie Daniels'' was released on June 6, 2006. She co-wrote the entire album with her producer Scotty D. Three singles from the album appeared on

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: The Noise, Everyday & What I Hear.

Musical style and influences

Her musical style was described as a mix of

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and

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with Christian based lyrics. Her musical influences included

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, Avril Lavigne,

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and

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References

1987 births Living people American performers of Christian music Midas Records Nashville artists 21st-century American women singers 21st-century American singers {{US-singer-stub