BC Jean, Hitmaker and Singer/Songwriter, Signed to J Records

BC Jean, Hitmaker and Singer/Songwriter, Signed to J Records

NEW YORK, March 23 /PRNewswire/ -- After being heavily pursued by multiple record labels, BC Jean, a hit-making songwriter and gifted vocalist, has signed a recording deal with J Records.

BC has been buzzed about as the co-writer for Beyonce's poignant, mega hit "If I Were A Boy," and has a slew of other songs penned for her debut album, anticipated for release at the end of 2009.

A San Diego native, BC is currently in the midst of recording material in Los Angeles and New York for her debut album with superstar collaborators Dallas Austin (Gwen Stefani, Pink), The Matrix (Christina Aguilera, Avril Lavigne), Zac Maloy (David Cook), and Toby Gad (Fergie, Beyonce), who also co-wrote "If I Were A Boy" with BC.

Inspired by Gwen Stefani and Alanis Morrisette, BC is a dynamic young artist who possesses tremendous talent, drive, and passion.

Comments Clive Davis, Chief Creative Officer, Sony Music Entertainment: "You eagerly wait for a multi-talented new artist to come along like BC Jean. She's already proven her major songwriting ability. And, what's more, she's got a truly powerful voice with edge and natural soulfulness. We're all really delighted that BC has chosen us as her musical home."

Comments Barry Weiss, Chairman and CEO, RCA/Jive Label Group: "In the midst of fierce competition and led by Clive Davis with Larry Jackson and John Ehmann, we are all excited to announce the signing of BC to J Records. BC is an incredible new talent whose artistry is in keeping with J's stellar roster and we are thrilled to have her."

Comments BC Jean: "You sing for Clive Davis and think wow, this is a moment I will never forget! Then you get the call he wants to work with you. What can I say, this is surreal! To have Barry Weiss and Clive Davis behind me is amazing. I am so thankful for this opportunity and stoked for what's next!!!"

Source: RCA Music Group

CONTACT: Sarah Weinstein Dennison, RCA Music Group Publicity department,
+1-212-833-5593, sarah.weinstein@sonymusic.com

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