Celebrating Women in Country Music

Born Jeannette Porrazzo, Jette began writing songs at the tender age of 10 years old- on the homestead her parents created after moving the entire family from Los Angeles in the early 1980's. She grew up in a rural area cut-off from public transportation, and the busy city life her parents knew - with majestic views of the Sierra Nevada mountains, where wild horses still run free. 

Most of her youth she was an active member of 4H, spent many summers swimming in Lake Tahoe with her four siblings, enjoyed shooting guns with her dad and brothers & riding horses in the East hills and dry lakes of Washoe Valley. 

With her mothers encouragement; by age 14 she was singing in her church choir, spending her days in high school (very involved with musical theatre) meanwhile spending her evenings and summers studying voice performance at University Nevada, Reno (singing alongside people twice her age and performing in the symphonic choir).
 

By age 19 she taught herself to play guitar; was cowriting with local musicians and performing in bars and coffee shops throughout Northern Nevada; including Bucket of Blood Saloon in Virginia City.
 

She continued her classical voice and theatrical education at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, TN where she received a full-ride music scholarship and starred in 3 operas. She later went on to Metropolitan State University of Denver and studied photojournalism and broadcast communications for four years.
 

After more than seven years of college, one semester (15 elective credits) shy of a double bachelors (having to drop out due to a serious medical condition that required her to have a service dog) she persevered-moving to Los Angeles and began working in the film industry as a songwriter, film & television producer and screenwriter.
 

In the fall of 2012 she came full circle and moved back to Tennessee, making Nashville her home with one goal in mind-to make a name for herself in the music industry. Jette has written over 2,200 songs and counting… More... 

Larysa is a Nashville-based soul artist who synthesizes a broad range of influences in her performances. Her eclectic style reaches every person in the room regardless of background or music preference. It's not only her "girl next door" feel that draws her audience in, but her captivating stage presence commands an entire room's undivided attention. Larysa's ability to seamlessly flow from genre to genre without losing the essence of her pure artistry that we all love has earned her an impressive and loyal following.

As a little girl growing up in Kansas City, KS, Larysa's influences ranges from various Christian artists such as Carman, Fred Hammond, Helen Baylor, and Out of Eden. While growing older and exploring different music her attention shifted to legendary R&B performers and vocal powerhouses such as Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, & Mary J Blige.  Her musical curiosity didn't stop there.  After her family relocated to Nashville, its rich community of singer/songwriters became another focus in her journey to learning who she is an artist.

She has become a sought out entertainer at the Nashville Airport where she performs regularly. Larysa plays various stages and events for all different genres. One being, the Nashville Soul Music Festival where she warmed up the stage for Atlantic Starr, Regina Bell, Dem Franchize Boys and more. Larysa has also had her debut on the General Jackson stage.  The National Museum of African American Music has also included Larysa as part of their Emerging Artists lineup.  She has represented them at various events throughout Nashville, including the 31st Anniversary MLK Convocation held at Tennessee State University.  Whatever the occasion calls for, whether a private birthday party, country club, winery, or at "the new hottest spot in town", Larysa's ability to mold her craft always makes her the "perfect fit".

Larysa has also been able to be part of some notable projects as well. The Christian rap duo GRITS single "We Grow Old" featured herself and Sir Kevin Max from DC Talk. You can find Larysa performing at local stages and venues all across Nashville, Franklin, and surrounding areas. More...