Jehdiah
Bakersfield, California, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2017 | SELF
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What is one thing that both a performer and an angel have in common? PRESENCE. At least that's what you will feel when you meet Bakersfield singer, Jehdiah Woodrow.
Influenced by the melodies of his church choir and attending performing arts school in Hollywood, Woodrow knew that singing was the path for him. Now at the age of thirty-three, he's taking on the role of the lead singer of the local band, No Stringz Attached. With nods to Cee Lo Green and Prince, Woodrow brings the SOUL in
FUNKY SOUL.
TLA: Where do your musical influences come from?
JW: Prince influences it a lot and the sounds of the 80s and 90s definitely play a part in my sound. Also that sort of vintage 60s analog sound.
TLA: What’s the hardest part of your creative process?
JW: I think the hardest part of my creative process is narrowing my sound so I'm not all over the place. There are so many types of music I'd love to dip into , so having a solid direction for my sound can be difficult because I get inspired by all music.
TLA: What’s the most expensive piece of equipment that you’ve purchased for your music?
JW: My music software, Fruity Loops Studio, is what I make my music on.
TLA: In your experience, what separates a good performance from a great one?
JW: Knowing your audience and then giving them something they haven't seen. When you know what gets people excited, you know yourself as a performer can create something amazing.
TLA: What would you like to see more of in Bakersfield?
JW: I want to see more community and support in the music scene. There is so much talent and resources that can make something incredible. There's too much separation.
TLA: What is something that we don’t know about you?
JW: There is a new type of music I'm diving into but under a new name so please stay tuned for that!
TLA: How do you stay creative while working a 9 to 5?
JW: Listening to music a lot, honestly. My mind is always running with ideas so thankfully I'm able to keep coming up with ideas.
TLA: What's your social?
JW: You can find me on Instagram under @itzjedtime - The Local Artistry
Discography
May 2019 Jehdiah released his debut album BLU with already released single Could've Been featuring Icon May 3. In 2020 Jehdiah released The Wait in February and Hold On featuring josefrombako in August along with his new EP Neonsphere in October. In 2021 he released Funkytown Party featuring Rashad V April 9 along with the single Dangerous June 4 and A Little with it's remix July 16 and Outta Sight featuring Moderndayrome September 10 and Glow on November 29. In 2022 Jehdiah released his single Miss The Way April 22 as well as Getaway on August 19 and IYFI October 14.
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I am a singer songwriter based in California creating pop, rnb, and electronic music. I started performing live music wtih the band The Deval Project in 2012 and then with Rod P & Nu Standard now called No Stringz Attached in 2015 which is also when I started making original music. I’ve had the opportunity to open for artists like Ginuwine, Evelyn Champagne King, Mary Jane Girls, and Willie Taylor of DAY26 and have sung backgrounds for Beverly Crawford and Charles Jenkins.
I want to create a space where it's about the music and being ourselves no matter our background and beliefs because we ALL belong. Always remember that you are a neon bold and bright. Never dim for anyone. Forever shine your light
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