25 Things About 2011
I do this list every year- I think since the days of Myspace back in 2006- as it gives me a chance to reflect on time that goes by ooohhhhh so quickly. You can see where we were, where we are and where we’re headed. Lofty expectations, a multitude of changes and a continued blessed path. Here’s to 2011…but I’m expecting a MUCH greater 2012!
25 Things about 2011:
1) DRINKING BUDDY OF THE YEAR?
Hmmm, well here’s a new one! Lauren Feldman. First time recipient. Lauren and I would hole up at Bergins, at Mollys, Japanese restaurants, rock & roll gigs…wherever there was alcohol served, Lauren was there. 
2) LIFETIME SERVICE AWARD – LONGEST FRIEND(S)?
Nicki & Stacy! 30 years and counting! My Blake comes in at around 27 years. I also have a wonderful relationship with my first friend ever Jenny (Chovan) Bartlett. We met in kindergarten and our families still celebrate the holidays together! Reconnecting with grade school pal Ben Sullivan was cool, too!
3) NEWCOMER AWARD – FAVORITE NEW FRIEND?
Wow. Well, Facebook timeline said I added 189 new friends in 2011. Ha! But of all the favorite new people I would have to say Julia Herald gets top nod as she is a darling beauty who graciously opened up her home to me for her infamous Wednesday Night Potluck Jam’s. Crystal, Sita, Guy, Angie, Michael and all the gang are a wonderful addition. And I’m not sure when I met Adam Marsland- I think last year- but he continues to support my love of song and I am grateful for that. And I just adore Sara Aguilar! Seraphime, Nikki P, Jerry, Marcello, Jake, Latifa, my Expedition crew and any new member of Shurman also made my highlights list.
4) HIGH POINT OF THE YEAR?
August 17.
Just Me & The Mistletoe
I had the pleasure (and the honor) last year of laying down my bluesy Christmas tune with true pros. I wrote this in ten minutes with my dear friend Ted Russell Kamp and we went down to jam with some good ole friends at one of my favorite studios on earth Compound Studio. Master guitarist Marc Ford, drummer Anthony Arvizu and organist Mike Malone joined Ted and myself as we created a sultry (sad) yet saucy Christmas tune! Sure to be a classic on the ole victrola. 
Merry Christmas and have a rockin New Year! Click and enjoy!
Read More »Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Gets It Right!
I am over the moon that the Small Faces is finally getting their due in the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. It goes without saying that the R&R HOF nominees are on an endless list that is controversial, agonizing, painful and at the very least subjective. Without fail there will be some amazing rock band passed over by a mediocre pop diva and everyone scratches their head and asks “HOW?” and “WHY?!” And it’s for this reason, as well as most Grammy nominations, which leaves a bitter taste in most music lover’s mouths.
But no one will question or doubt why the Small Faces have been invited. Ronnie Lane, Ian McLagan, Kenney Jones and superstar singer Steve Marriott created a sound that was explosive and fierce. It mod, pop, rock, psychedelic and raw. All in all- rock and roll!
2nd Annual Original Holiday Music Show
Come down to the Cinema Bar Sunday night to hear amazing original Christmas tunes. This was such a fun night last year- it promises to be even better this year. Some of your favorite local artists are playing! They include:
Rich McCulley/Shane McMahon/Grant Langston/Jeremiah/Anny Celsi/Vicki Hill/Sam Park/Jen Gibbons/Adam Marsland/Bliss Bowen/Amilla K. Spicer/Nicole Gordon/Bret Jensen/Charles Saltzman/Bob Woodruff/Jaimi Shuey/Dafni/David Serby/Brian Whelan/John Ramey/Dan Janisch/Leslie Stevens/Babs and Mel (Cheatin’ Kind)/Eric Corne/Robert Black/Paul Inman/Johnny Hawthorne/Kip Boardman/Scott Warren/Ted Wulfers/Ry Bradley/The Groovy Rednecks/Rick Shea/Sarah Stanley
CINEMA BAR
3967 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA
8:00-11:00 pm
310-390-1328
Shop Local! November 26th!
Please shop local and support your local Mom + Pops businesses around your neighborhood. Here are a few of my favorite stores around town!
MUSH 5527 Hollywood Blvd
My absolute favorite go-to store for gifts, lamps, artwork, jewelry, home decor. Michelle has amazing unique treasures and she also caters to the movie set designer crowd. Sooooo much to look at!
MOG
I’m digging the new music sharing service MOG. More so than Spotify, I believe. Want to check it our for yourself? Here’s a link for you to get set up with free music!
http://share.mog.com/a/clk/2XcTD
Read More »Look Through Any Window
Tonight! Graham Nash & Allen Clarke will make an appearance for the debut of “Look Through Any Window”. “This first official documentary on legendary British rock group The Hollies features 22 complete performances filmed between 1963 and 1975, spanning their entire hit-making career. New interviews with founding members Graham Nash, Allan Clarke, Tony Hicks and Bobby Elliott tell the fascinating story of this group whose stellar musicianship and beautiful vocals thrilled millions of fans and influenced generations of new bands.” Are you going?
http://www.americancinemathequecalendar.com/content/the-hollies-look-through-any-window-1963-1975-0
Read More »Funkyjenn Radio!
Thank you all so much for your love and support and great listening skills! My hour at The Sound 100.3 was so much fun and I’m totally hooked on radio! I don’t care where you put me behind a mic, just put me behind a mic!
Here’s the full playlist:
Read More »It’s My Turn on “Your Turn”!
On Sunday night at 7pm, please tune to 100.3 FM The Sound to hear me spin ten of my favorite tunes for you! I was so excited when they called me to do this- and now I want to do it all the time! Funkyjenn Radio! All rock! All the time! It went by so quickly and there was so much more I wanted to say. Check back here for the song playlist and for more insight to the songs and what I really wanted to say!
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Funkyjenn: LA Girl!
I was so flattered to be interviewed for my “beauty secrets”(!) by my dear friend Donna Lethal. Donna is a fantastic writer, comedienne and all around bad-ass Boston beauty. She’s a fiery redhead with an amazing complexion and va-va-va-voom curves so I was honored when she said “Let’s do this! Write it up!” So I did. Her book, “Milk of Amnesia” is due in the fall. Click on the below for the full article.
http://thelosangelesbeat.com/2011/08/la-girl-the-essentials/
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