Emotive and catchy compositions in a retro style
Jeanie Barton: A Jazz Vocalist's Story
Jeanie Barton is a singer songwriter and jazz vocalist based in Beeston, Nottingham, who also spends much of her time in Crouch End, London. She writes and records her own music, alongside the jazz standards and pop jazz she enjoys performing.
Jeanie, a passionate and dedicated vocalist, has been honing her craft for over a decade. Her musical journey began with formative experiences as a principal in the National Youth Music Theatre, sparking a lifelong pursuit of musical excellence.
Driven by an insatiable curiosity and a deep love for jazz, Jeanie sought out opportunities to expand her knowledge and skills. She delved into the intricacies of jazz harmony at Morley College and further refined her improvisational abilities through private studies with renowned BBC Jazz award winner Anita Wardell.
Jeanie’s talent and dedication quickly earned her a place in the vibrant London jazz scene. For over ten years, she enchanted audiences as the singer and compare for bebop legend Laurie Morgan’s trio at their celebrated residency, “Downstairs at The King’s Head.”
Award-Winning Jazz Singer & Performer
Jeanie has collaborated with esteemed artists such as Georgie Fame and Luddy Samms (The Drifters), and even garnered the attention of Hollywood icon Samuel L. Jackson. Jeanie’s enchanting renditions of Bond themes have also brought her into the company of British royalty, including Shirley Bassey and Pierce Brosnan.
Jeanie’s career has taken her to The Jazz Cafe, The 606 Club, Ronnie Scott’s, and the National Theatre. Her international reach extends to a Seine River cruise in Paris and the glamorous Cannes Film Festival. In recognition of her talent, Jeanie was honored as “Best Newcomer” at the prestigious Marlborough Jazz Festival. With a unique blend of experience and passion, Jeanie continues to captivate audiences. Her love for music also extends to sharing her insights as a contributor to publications such as UK Jazz News and Nottinghamshire Live.
Singer songwriter: the records
Jeanie’s album Moments of Clarity came out on 28 June 2019 through Market Square Music and Proper Music Group. She made most of it over seven years in the studio with bassist and producer Simon Paterson, with Jeanie on keys and vocals and guests including Nottingham-born saxophonist Tony Kofi.
BBC Introducing has playlisted many of her songs, including Convenience, and Carcass from the EP #thegriefsessions. In 2021 she wrote and released Save The Arts, a charity single for musicians left without support during the pandemic. In January 2023 she premiered a show made entirely of her own songs at Pizza Express The Pheasantry on the King’s Road, Chelsea.
Jeanie also takes online song requests for a fee. Get in touch to ask.
Rooted in Beeston
Away from the stage, Jeanie puts a lot into her home town. She organised the first Beeston Street Art Festival in 2018 with the Beeston and District Civic Society, raising around £60,000, and brought international street artist Zabou to paint the Icons of Beeston mural for Broxtowe Borough Council, along with many other local and national creatives who brought new attractions to the town.
She organised a two-day Nottingham Jazz Festival with Beeston Jazz Club, regularly runs the jazz stage at Hockley Hustle and performs at Oxjam Beeston. See what is coming up on her events page.
What they say about Jeanie Barton
“Jeanie’s vocals are a touch of class with a sound that is both stylish and personal and characterized by a refreshingly English delivery…”
John O’Neill, former Jazz critic, The Sunday Times
“Jeanie is a joyous performer with an effortless style…”
Neil Bennison, Programme Manager, Theatre Royal, Nottingham
“Jeanie’s infectious smile, great diction and rapport with her audience make it a joy and a real pleasure to listen to her”
Chris Moore, BBC Radio (Jazz Incorporated)
“Absolutely spot-on”
London Jazz News
“The hot chick has mellow tones”
Richard Roundtree (Shaft)
“It’s great! It’s catchy as Hell!” [about The Magical Mirror album] Shane MacGowan of The Pogues
“Really powerful… Just divine!” [about Moments of Clarity album] Dean Jackson at BBC Introducing
“The hot chick has mellow tones”
Richard Roundtree (Shaft)