BIO
Jackie Ernst is a powerhouse vocalist, musician and songwriter based in Madison, Wisconsin. She is a passionate artist who loves creating, performing, and connecting with people through music. Pop, Rock, Folk, Country, Blues & more...Jackie's acoustic guitar & ukulele 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!
**Best of Madison 2021 - SINGER/SONGWRITER NOMINEE
**Best of Madison 2021 - VIRTUAL PERFORMANCE NOMINEE
**Best of Madison 2020 - SINGER/SONGWRITER NOMINEE
**Best of Madison 2020 - ROCK BAND/SINGER NOMINEE
Music and singing have been a part of life for Jackie since a young age when she started finding a real connection with music through figure skating and dance. As soon as she could drive, car singing became a huge part of her daily life! Jackie graduated from Madison Media Institute in 2011 and shortly after 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!
There is always something in the works for Jackie, from new original songs to various live collaborations in and around the Madison, WI area. Follow along on social media for the latest news and check out the Events tab for ALL gig updates!
Influences: Stevie Nicks, Tori Kelly, Halsey, Pink, Melissa Etheridge, Sheryl Crow, Kelly Clarkson, 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, 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, Hozier, Joss Stone, Foo Fighters, Fiona Apple and more!
