Who will perform at iHeart’s Jingle Ball Village, get mentored by Grammy Winners and Win $10,000? You decide!
Jena Marie
Must be in the top 15 in their group to advance to the next round.
Voting for this round ends on October 29, 2026 at 10:00 PM EDT
About Jena Marie
My name is Jena Marie. I have the drive, passion & a huge calling for music. I believe I have a purpose in life/music industry & a story to tell. I want to empower others to follow their dreams, remind them of their strength & encourage self-love.
Performances & Content from Jena Marie
Kiss me - Cover
Song cover of a local railroad song for my Dad but added my own twist/style
Small clip of my original work/song ‘Chaser’ (work in progress)
One of my favorite covers - Because The Night - 10,000 Maniacs
Gentle accountability guitar practice session! Featuring Enchanted by Taylor Swift cover
Learn More About Jena Marie
What makes you the Next Music Star?
I have the drive, determination, willpower and grit to get through absolutely ANY obstacles and/or hurdle’s life has thrown at me. I have the creative abilities and passion to be the Next Music Star as well as the star power. I’m not afraid to go after what I want and desire especially including my dreams and desires, I want to show other’s they can do the same. I have an inspiring story to tell of strength and willpower that I truly believe will empower millions around the world, which I believe is my purpose in life, to help inspire and empower others. We all have big dreams & aspirations and we all deserve to achieve them!
What do you love about music and performing?
I believe music is one of the moot beautiful awe-inspiring methods of storytelling! To be able to beautifully sing your heart out while at the same time sharing your stories rather they be sad, heart-wrenching & traumatic or the most gorgeous love story known to man I think is one of the most, if not THE most poetic gesture of man kind. Music is also a way of relating, if you can share your story (again albeit sad or happy) and a fan or someone who randomly hear’s your song finds it helpful in a relatable way I think that is an amazing ability to share, whether we know we are helping someone or not! Similar with performing, if you can see your fans in the crowd having the absolute BEST time, singing along to your music that’s healing for the artist & fan! As well as if a fan is super emotional, you can tell they most likely can relate to a certain song or message. So to help anyone with music you write is an absolute blessing!
Who are your biggest music inspirations and dream collaborators?
Oh my gosh, I have SO MANY!!! Taylor Swift #1 haha, I relate to her so much and love her work immensely, also the way she has worked SO hard for her dream career! I admire her immensely. DOECHII, omgg the way she rose to fame through YouTube?! Absolutely amazing and so admirable! Lizzo ugh, need I say more? First of all her GORGEOUS vocals, secondly, body positivity hits home for me so I look up to her so much!!! I could go on & on!!! But to name a few more, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Lola Young, BTS, Halsey, Brandi Carlile, Teagan & Sara and sooo many more Zara Larson, and soo many more!!! OH, OH THE ICON & QUEEN Lady Gaga!!! 😍🤩
What would you do with the $10,000 Grand Prize?
So many things, first I honestly would invest responsibly what I could into my music career, I want this SO BADLY, it’s in my heart & soul, it literally feeds my soul! Then I would do what anyone else would, help out my friends & family, they’ve helped me immensely over the years. I’ve always wanted to be able to help my family financially, it would make my heart & soul happy if I could support them through my music. Obviously as you always hear I would also donate to charities, I’ve went through my fair share of medical difficulties, if I could donate to the Ehler’s Danlos Foundation, Endometriosis charities, etc. I would feel very fulfilled! Music has never been about the materialistic, monetary benefit or values for me, if I can share my stories with the world and help other’s, then support my family with the finances I make..I’m happy! The money that flows in is a plus!
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