BEST OF MADISON 2021  

SINGER-SONGWRITER BRONZE WINNER!!!  

BIO  

Jackie Ernst is a emotive folk/rock singer-songwriter with a bright & powerful voice based in Madison, Wisconsin. She is a soulful and passionate artist who writes & performs songs on guitar & ukulele, bending & blending genres to create her own unique sound. 

**BEST OF MADISON 2021  
- SINGER/SONGWRITER BRONZE WINNER  
- VIRTUAL PERFORMANCE TOP 10 NOMINEE   

**BEST OF MADISON 2020  
- SINGER/SONGWRITER TOP 10 NOMINEE  
- ROCK BAND/SINGER TOP 10 NOMINEE 

Jackie graduated from Madison Media Institute's Recording & Music Technology Program in 2011. Shortly after she began studying and self-teaching vocal technique, writing poetry, and taking her novice guitar skills to the next level. But it wasn't until 2015 when her daughter began high school that she decided to pursue public performance and fell in love with music all over again. Jackie has been wowing crowds all over Southeastern Wisconsin with her fiery stage presence and powerful vocals ever since! 

Jackie loves performing and connecting with people through music. Her acoustic solo shows bring a little something for every music fan, and she is sure to draw you in with her dynamic, edgy presence. Check out a live show and see for yourself! 

Influences: Tori Kelly, Halsey, Stevie Nicks, Pink, Melissa Etheridge, Sheryl Crow, Kelly Clarkson, Miley Cyrus, Tove Lo, Alanis Morissette, Bonnie Raitt, Sublime, Bob Marley, Paramore, Aretha Franklin, Jessie J, Maren Morris, Carsie Blanton, Billie Eilish, Susan Tedeschi, Heart, Elle King, Tom Petty, Hayley Williams, Olivia Rodrigo, Beth Hart, Led Zepplin, Brandi Carlile, Aerosmith, Bishop Briggs, Janis Joplin, Sara Barielles, The Chicks, Joan Jett, Grace Potter, Panic! At The Disco, Kacey Musgraves, Julia Michaels, Kesha, Green Day, Joss Stone, Foo Fighters, Fiona Apple.....