I'm just a woman who loves to sing...

I began my musical journey at 15 when I picked up a guitar and started experimenting with songwriting. It wasn't until I discovered the inspiring and beautifully chilling voice of Tori Amos that I decided to see if I had a voice of my own. I studied voice on and off for about 6 years with a private vocal coach in Southern California, took some writing and music theory classes at my local college (Saddleback), and began studying the techniques and styles of some of my favorite singing artists. I was the lead vocalist for a Contemporary Jazz, Samba, Blues, and Pop Cover Band for awhile. I studied those cover songs in and out, learned a few in Portuguese and Italian and although the road was difficult, l believe that experience helped me immensely in finding my own personal vocal style.

I've done a lot of little things here and there as far as recording projects, sold some CD's, had my music played on a Radio Station in Korea (see website) and some online Indie Stations and Podcasts. (see website) I've done some great collaborations with Musicians worldwide and have won a few contests for voice and songwriting. (see website)

I'm a pretty down to earth person and most of the time you can catch me with a smile. I love to go dancing (Reggae at the Sandpiper in Laguna!), hanging out with my friends, dressing up and going to the Renaissance Faire, all things Cirque du Soleil, working-out, and I'm an addict to the TV show's "Lost" and "Survivor". I'm a witty comic (so I've been told) and I'm also a Gemini, and I mention that only because I really believe there is some real meaning to this twins thing ;-). My favorite food is birthday cake and I'm an Starbucks addict!

Right now I'm working my behind off trying to get heard so if you'd like to come check me out, send me a note, get on my mailing list diane@dianejessurun.com, and I'll let ya' know when and where I'll be next! Thanks for reading all this and I hope you enjoy the music! :)