jodyrule

Influences

My Dad, Uncle Ivor Ray, My Nan, Lionel Richie,Kirk Franklin, James Taylor, Neil Diamond, Kool and the Gang, Supertramp, Newrising, Leo Sayer, Rich Mullins, Kari Jobe, Tracy Chapman, brooklyn tabernacle chior, will i am, john legend, eric serman, AND SO SO SO MANY MORE

Introduction

 Singer and Songwriter Jody Rule McMonagle, born March 19th 1979 Royal Ascot Berkshire England, coming from a large yet humble background.

An ex BRITS School Student studying Drama (Drama GCSE and Drama Core) and Music (music technology and Music GCSE).

Music has always played a big part of my life with many family members being awesome musicians with some of the best stars of the past and to date to always having to be in the school play. Top of the list of inspirations has to be my Father and a few very important people would be my uncle Ivor Ray and my Nan.

Music influence is very varied from traditional Pop, R&B, Soul and Gospel. My Idols include Lionel Ritchie, Kirk Franklin, Leo Sayer, Elvis Presley Neil Diamond, James Taylor, Michael Jackson, Elton John and Tracey Chapman. The bands that I have admired range from Hot Chocolate, Kool and the Gang, Stylistics and The Drifters to Supertramp UB40, Commodores and so many more.

In January2010 I started to learn to play the Guitar for the first time seriously with the mind-set to learn. Shortly after that I wrote my first song: “Reflection”. Now to date, still learning and seeking a guitarist and I have written around 20 original songs in the portfolio and a choice select covers performed very much in my unique style.

I am following a dream of sharing all kinds of music, with a desire to eventually to work with the youth to find a voice responsibly. Giving them a better life start and empowering them to make better choices. Through the art of creative writing and music which has enabled me to find a happier place after many years.

Performances

I have been blessed to have played at Jagz ascot, The Stag Ascot (and again soon), The kings head, The fabulous Thatched Tavern Cheapside and The Hollybush Frensham, to name a few. Come back to get up to date info on upcoming dates...