Song: Just Like That

 

 

 

 

By: Jenna Drey & Kevin Churko 
From: Hollywood, Florida, USA
About the Songwriter: “If you want to be a singer, then you better learn to write your own songs,” as spoken by Jenna’s mom when Jenna was only 12 years old.  It has been an interesting journey for the pop singer/songwriter, Jenna's winning song was recently produced by the legendary Nile Rodgers (Madonna, Diana Ross, David Bowie). This song has now been re-mixed into a theme song for the Boston Red Sox.  Jon Lander, the main DJ at 98.5 WBMX has been spinning the single on Boston’s #1 top 40 station, and even had Jenna back for three live on air interviews. And working with a producer such as Nile Rodgers didn’t happen overnight either.  Jenna remembers submitting demo tapes to Nile’s office as a teenager.  To her dismay at the time, the response was “Give it up, girl. This is one of the worse tapes we’ve ever heard.”

Jenna laughs about it today.  “As a child, my desire always overshadowed my talent. But this desire is what makes me strive toward improving my craft as an artist and songwriter.”  Now, with over a 3-octave vocal range, singer/songwriter Jenna Drey soars over pop melodies with the sensual, yet silky voice which has been compared to only the greatest female singers. Her voice has often been compared to having the timeless beauty of a Karen Carpenter. Her music would be classified as Hot A/C, but many of her songs have been remixed into great dance songs too.

What also sets Jenna apart from other artists is a distinct musical style which incorporates great melodies, musical hooks, and excellent lyrics within a contemporary arrangement.  Compared to having a slight retro-80’s flavor, Jenna really focuses on creating songs that are excellent, whether played on an acoustic piano, or with a live band. Jenna states, “If you listen to today’s radio stations, you’ll notice that most station’s song lists are predominately comprised of old hits of the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s.  This is because people still want to hear real songs with depth, and not something canned out of a box. When you buy an album today, it’s sad to say that so many songs sound exactly the same on a record. I’m trying to change that.  To create music where each song has its own unique flavor.”

Kevin Churko

Kevin "thewolfe" Churko has worked with Jenna on many songs and his input has been an essential element to making the songs commercially friendly as well as adding a unique flair to the overall "feel" of the songs. Beyond his talent in songwriting, Kevin is also a notable producer. He has continually used his production skills to add a distinct appeal to his songwriting. 

Kevin was involved in music lessons as a child but left formal school in 9th grade to hit the road full time. His music experience began while he was in a family band. Along with this mother, father, brother, and sister Kevin comments "The Partridge Family had nothing on us except mabye a cooler bus and a better tamborine player".  Kevin is from Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada and now resides in L.A.