Introduction
It is with great pleasure that I introduce singer, musician, and ETA, Jessi Mallory, from Bangor, Maine, to SIDEBURNS Magazine followers. Thank you, Jessi, for sending your bio and photos to post. Wishing you continued success with your music and ETA career. Best regards, Carolyn MacArthur.
Bio
ETA Jessi Mallory. Photo provided by J. Mallory.
Jessi Mallory has been an Elvis Presley fan since the age of four. Jessi fell in love with the man and his music. Jessi spent countless hours listening to Elvis, singing along, and not only learning his movements, but soaking in his charisma and heart. It's evident that Jessi watched every live concert, every movie, and every TV show he had ever done.
At age eight, Jessi asked for a guitar for a birthday present. "Mystery Train" was the first song Jessi learned to play. Jessi's first time performing was at a high school talent show as a senior. The classmates went wild, having had no idea that Jessi could play guitar or sing.
Jessi began a solo career of original music and was quite successful building a name and a following; however, there was always a pull to Elvis, and after having cancer, Jessi decided pay tribute to him. Jessi has performed in Elvis Tribute contests, and a following of fans builds at each and every show. Jessi has been in Elvis related books, on websites, Elvis Radio, on TV, and has made a film debut as Elvis in a film.
Jessi's vocals are incredibly close to Elvis's, and the looks are even closer. Jessi puts on a great show for all audiences, young and old, with a great sense of humor keeping the show fun and interesting. Jessi performs all three decades of Elvis—the 50s, 60s, and 70s, making a versatile performance and crowd pleasing show. Jessi also puts great time and care into the outfits, making sure they are as close as possible to Elvis's originals. Jessi has been fortunate enough to meet and work with some of Elvis's friends, family, and band members. When Jessi Mallory steps up to the microphone, you can sense a deep connection with the idol that brings audiences into that experience.
Photo Album
Richard Wolfe, Dan Barrella, Jessi Mallory, Frank Cross, Bryson Fuller, Brent Freeman, John Cigan, Pam Pettit and Sue Harris at the 2015 Flaming Star Festival in Mississauga. Photo Credit: Ethel Howse.
Edits by Carolyn MacArthur, Editor, SIDEBURNS Magazine.