Hey everybody!

It’s hard to believe that the album is nearly finished. Today is my last day of vocals! It has been a very long, involved, intricate process that I have learned a lot from and enjoyed tremendously. It’s crazy to have had a part in writing many of these songs… I first heard them, freshly written, with just myself singing and a co-writer playing acoustic guitar. Now I hear them with these amazing tracks over loud speakers in a big recording studio and WOW. I am so pleased with how everything sounds and cannot wait for you guys to hear it all.

Thank you guys for following along in my blogs, tweets, youtube videos, myspace happenings, etc. Thank you for your time, support, and energy. You have been a big part in this entire process, from me being signed to Capitol Records Nashville to now, the finishing of the album, and beyond…

Okay, so now that the album’s getting all tied up, the only thing left is FOR YOU TO HEAR IT! As soon as I get some solid dates, I’ll let you guys know and we can count down together. Woo!!

Sincerely,
Jennette

Hey everybody!

How’s 2010 going for you? We’re a few weeks in – hope all your resolutions/goals are going as planned. If not, it’s never too late to start fresh.

If your 2010 has been going great, that’s awesome… but there are some people whose 2010 has been unexpectedly tragic. I’m sure you all know that I’m speaking of the Haiti victims. The natural disaster claimed so many lives and brought so much suffering. The victims’ lives have been far from great in these past few weeks. So for those of us who have any great to give, give it! The victims of Haiti can use money donations, food, blankets, flashlights, first-aid supplies, clothes, and of course good thoughts and prayers. You can always reference the website www.HopeforHaitiNow.org for suggestions.

Gratefully, 2010 is starting out great for me. I’m currently still in Nashville, working on my album. The first few days I was here, I just sat in a room with my producer and he played guitar while I sang the songs that will be on the album. Having the songs in such a stripped-down form allowed for my producer, Paul, to know what direction to take them production-wise.

Once the little rehearsals were complete, I went to a rehearsal space and sang on a stage with a band. Paul paced around and threw out thoughts for the different musicians and they tried different licks and approaches. It was a new experience for me – definitely a learning experience. Seeing how much the players added to the songs – both in fullness of sound and in emotion – was amazing. The players: Mike-keyboards, Chad-drums, Ilya and Biff -acoustic guitars, Chris and Kenny -electric guitars, Allison-bass, and David-loops. I thank them for their immense talent and hard work.

After rehearsing on the stage and really getting the songs down, we went into the studio and tracked. Tracking is when all the players go into separate booths and play the songs 5 or 6 times each and I sing along. Then after those 5 or 6 times, the players go in and re-do particular parts and solos that they may want to change.

Then comes the vocals! I go into a booth all on my lonesome. I sing the songs over and over from start to finish, trying different things based on Paul and my own collective thoughts and in-the-moment inspiration.

Oh, hey! If you guys remember, on “Just Jennette” weekend on Nickelodeon, my favorite episode, “iWas a Pageant Girl”, was going to air. For whatever reason, that got changed. Now it’s airing this Friday, January 29th! Be sure to tune in, if you can! Like I said, it’s my favorite episode, so I really think you guys will enjoy it, too. Let me know! Friday, January 29th. .

~ Jennette

Hey guys!

I hope your Christmas was wonderful! Mine was just great! My brother and sister-in-law came down to visit. They live out of state now, so I haven’t seen them in a few months and I’ve missed them terribly. Having them ‘home for the holidays’ was a real treat for the rest of the family.

Having a few days off to just be with my family was a great close to 2009. It’s been an insanely hectic year with tons of new and exciting adventures, but being with my family really made me realize how much I had missed spending time with them!

I’m heading back to Nashville this weekend, and so it begins… the recording of my debut album. The “pre-production” (if you will) has been such a big process – I’ve learned a lot. I wrote many, many songs and heard hundreds more. I went to numerous meetings, sang tons of demos, and listened like I’ve never listened before. I will be sure to keep you guys updated with the whole recording process.

Another exciting way to be kicking off 2010 is ‘Just Jennette’ weekend! I can’t believe I have my very own weekend. I never expected that. Nickelodeon was very kind to do that! ‘Just Jennette’ weekend is Saturday and Sunday, January 9th and 10th! I hope you’ll tune in and watch a brand new episode of iCarly (iWas a Pageant Girl!) on Jan. 9th at 8:00pm (fun tidbit: it’s actually my favorite episode ever! I hope you love it too.) and a brand new episode of True Jackson VP on immediately following iCarly (it was so much fun to shoot and see all my friends in the TJVP crew again!). Then, on Sunday evening, Nickelodeon is airing both of my episodes of Malcolm in the Middle. I think you’ll get a kick out of those – I was 10 years old when I shot the first episode I was in, playing “Daisy” (who Dewey would be if he was a girl) and 12 years old when I shot the second episode, playing “Penelope” (a nerd in Dewey’s special ed class). That’s the lineup! I hope you’ll watch and let me know what you think!

That’s it for now. I wish you all health and happiness in 2010. Let’s make it a good year, shall we?

Sincerely,
Jennette

Hey guys!

I shot ‘The Best Player’ – an upcoming Nickelodeon channel movie – for a month up in Vancouver, Canada! It was definitely one of the highlights of 2009 for me. The crew was amazing, the locations were beautiful, and the whole process was a thrill. Of course, I can’t forget about my terrific castmates. Here’s a little bit about three of them:

- Jerry Trainor is a huge talent, plus his kindness, sincerity, and uniqueness make him a definite one-of-a-kind. After working with him for 3 years already, ‘The Best Player’ was a wonderful environment and new place that allowed me to really get to know him better – which was an awesome thing. I’ve never been a bigger fan of Jerry’s than I was after working with him on this movie.
- Amir Talai, who plays the hilarious ‘Wendell’, was simply the best. He has a very strong presence in a room, makes everyone around him feel comfortable, and has this undeniable likability about him. Plus, his talent is massive. Go Amir!
- Janet Varney, who plays Tracy Saunders (my character’s mother), is so beautiful, inside and out. She’s such a bright, lovely, charming person!

During shooting of ‘The Best Player’, I made a one day trip to Nashville to attend the CMA awards! Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood were fabulous hosts. Each performer was a knock-out. I was so elated for my labelmates, Lady Antebellum and Darius Rucker, when they won for Best Vocal Group and Best New Artist! After the awards, I attended the Capitol Records Nashville after-party! I got to say hi and catch up with my Capitol ‘family’.

After the quick CMA trip, I went to LA for a day of meetings, then went straight back to Canada to resume and complete shooting for ‘The Best Player’.

Once I finished the movie, I came back to LA and shot promoshoots for Nickelodeon for a couple of days. I met some cool cast-members from some of the new shows. It was a fun two days of everything orange. .

The day after the promoshoots, I went straight into shooting a feature film I’m very excited about. I have a great character. My look is a complete transformation – many thanks to the awesome hair, makeup, and wardrobe departments. I can’t say much about it for now, but I can say that it’s a very cool, unique project I think you all will enjoy.

I’m still working on the feature, and next week I head to work on a new episode of True Jackson VP! To be guest starring again is a real honor! I can’t wait to see the cast and crew – they’re just splendid. The script is too funny!

Once I finish TJVP, I’ll continue working on the feature film, and I’ll be going to Nashville for a few days more. I’ll have lots of meetings with Capitol and my producer to discuss the album and tie up any loose ends before the cutting of the record begins.

I think I put you all up to speed with everything that’s been going on lately. Thanks for always being supportive and loyal. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season and remember the things that matter.

Sincerely,

Jennette

Hey, howdy, hey!

Last time I wrote to you guys, I had been in Nashville for over 5 weeks. I went to LA for five or so days and then went right back to Nashville! During that second trip, I wrote songs with some of my favorite songwriters sang demos, and had tons of meetings. I also went to the Keith Urban and Friends All in the Hall Concert. Every single performer was awesome – such a joy to watch. Then, to be able to talk to these talented people and realize that they’re so kind is even more cool.

I saw the slime commercial on Nickelodeon yesterday! I think it came out awesomely! I forgot how smothered I got… and I loved it. Ahh.. The gooey slime makes for a good time. That rhyme was unintentional but came across as slightly witty so I decided to keep it. ha. Anyways, it was an amazing experience – and I say that with all honesty. I had wanted to be slimed since I was 5, watching Nick with my brothers! Now to be on that very network – getting slimed – is just… trippy. Maybe surreal’s a better word… yeah, surreal.

Well, I’m heading to bed now cuz I’ve gotta get up in just a few hours to catch a flight to Vancouver, Canada! I cannot wait! I’ve wanted to visit Canada for quite some time now! I’m working on a project I’m very excited about! Hey – I hear from my awesome Canadian fans often, so I thought I’d ask ya: what should I do while I’m there? What are your favorite places? Restaurants? Ice rinks? I’ve got my skates packed!

That’s it for now. Lots of exciting stuff happening. Thanks for reading.

~ Jennette

Hey guys!

I got back from Nashville just last Thursday.

Friday was a crazy-busy day. I did some voice-over work as ‘Becky’, a badger, in an upcoming episode of Penguins of Madagascar! I also did a few fun voice-overs for some Sam stuff and shot a bunch of Hollywood Hang behind-the-scenes clips and bits. Then, I went to a Teen Vogue party that evening and was able to see some of my friends there! It’s always great catching up with friends. .

I have a few writing sessions in LA this week, plus a photoshoot and several meetings… then, on Friday, it’s BACK TO NASHVILLE! I can’t believe I’ll have barely been gone for a week and then I’m going right back. I’ll be doing a lot of demo-ing during my next trip as well as a few more songwriting sessions and some  important meetings!

I hope you guys are enjoying the fall season! So beautiful!

~ Jennette

Hey everyone!

I suppose I’ll start with yet another ‘thank you’! I’ve reached 100,000 twitter followers, 100,000 youtube subscribers, and 1,000,000 views on my ‘Home Sweet Home’ video. I am truly thankful for your support and kindness.

Thanks also for voting in the Teen Choice Awards! I was a little bummed to discover that it was the producers who ultimately made the decision – and not the fans – but it was still an honor to be nominated. And a big congrats to all those who took home a surfboard! It was really cool that the iCarly’s gave one to Ellen DeGeneres.

We’re getting ready to wrap our enormously long 2nd season of iCarly. We’ve been shooting this season for a year and a half straight, trying to bring you guys lots of laughs, and this is our first real hiatus… but don’t worry, we have plenty of new episodes coming, and we’ll be back.

I recently toured the Capitol Records building in LA, where the great John Mayer was recording! I got to touch Nat King Cole’s piano! It was unreal! All of the pictures in the hall were inspiring.

During my hiatus, I’m planning on making several trips to Nashville I’ll be writing, recording, photoshoot-ing, and all that. I’m also going to be working on a movie – should be fun!

‘Til next time,

~ Jennette

Hey everybody!

Thank you all for your well-wishes regarding my signing with Capitol Records Nashville!. I appreciate you all joining in my excitement and sharing this crazy experience with me! Already, tons of work is being done.

I went to the Keith Urban concert at the Staples Center last week! I got to meet and chat with Lady Antebellum, who put on a fabulous show! Hillary, Dave, and Charles were each so laid-back and fun! I was so pysched to meet them!!! As for Mr. Keith Urban, he’s a musical genius. The heart and soul he pours into his songs, his undeniable performance quality, his audience relatability… what a star. He holds back NOTHING. He is an utter inspiration to watch.

I’m boarding the Nickelodeon Cruise tomorrow! Nathan Kress and Keke Palmer are gonna be aboard the ship as well, so hopefully we’ll have a great time together! Nathan and Keke are both to be around, and their families are equally as awesome. Nathan and Keke have incredible parents and wonderful siblings! There are several meet-and-greet sessions scheduled as well as a few photoshoots and even behind-the-scenes videos that will be shot during our interviews, autograph sessions, and excursions. We’re even going to be a part of the welcome- and farewell-shows… so it’s definitely a jam-packed cruise. I hope some of you reading this blog will be on the ship with me! Be sure to say hello!

Thanks for reading!

Love,
Jennette

Hey friends!

Big news…

CAPITOL RECORDS NASHVILLE HAS SIGNED ME TO A RECORD DEAL! I am in the Capitol Family along with such unbelievable greats as Keith Urban, Darius Rucker, Lady Antebellum, and Little Big Town – to name a few. I am honored. Capitol’s expertise in country music will allow me the opportunity to give you guys the best I have to give.. For those of you waiting for my album, this fantastic news will present a slight delay in that release – but I promise you, I will give you everything I have.

I really want to thank all of you for remembering me on my birthday! I’ve watched many YouTube videos you’ve put together, and I’ve also read poems and fanmail letters. I am amazed at your support, generosity, time, energy, effort, and skill!

I’m excited and pleased to say that iCarly was nominated for a Teen Choice Award for Best Comedy and I was individually nominated as well. If you get the chance (and if you’re so inclined) please vote! You can vote at:   teenchoiceawards.com

Amidst all my birthday excitement, joy, and thrill, I discovered the tragic news of the passing of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, on June 25th. My heart goes out to his family, his children, his close friends, and his loyal fans. As far back as I can remember, I recall my brothers attempting to mimick his dance moves and sing his songs. Of course, we’ve all attempted at some time or another to do that moonwalk. He is simply fascinating. We can’t reach his greatness, but somehow, he pulls us into his world when we watch him. He will forever be missed, and though he’s not here with us physically, his legacy – and his world – remains.

~ Jennette