Draft:Jessica Carter Altman

Jessica Carter Altman
OriginPotomac, Maryland
GenresPop
Occupation(s)Singer, Songwriter
Years active2020-present
Websitewww.jessicacarteraltman.com

Jessica Carter Altman is a pop singer and songwriter. Altman is "a captivating songstress with a unique sense of style," writes The Los Angeles Inquisitor.[1]

She draws inspiration from artists like Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Lana Del Rey. Altman released For You, a four song EP, in 2022 in dedication to her father. Her debut album Aftermath was released on June 14, 2024.[2]

Altman has a passion for both law and music and has a law degree from the University of Michigan.

Jessica performed her single "Naïve" on the Tamron Hall Show in December 2023.[3] Her music has been covered in People Magazine's "Ones To Watch,"[4] TimeOut,[5] Entertainment Tonight's "New Music Friday,"[6] and more.

About

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Jessica was raised in Potomac, Maryland by her mother, actor and vocalist Lynda Carter and her father, lawyer and executive Robert A. Altman.

Altman attended undergrad and law school at University of Michigan.[7]

While at the University of Michigan Law School, she served as a volunteer mediator in small claims court and worked in the child welfare appellate clinic. Following law school, she began her legal career at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher in Washington D.C.[8]

Jessica has also worked with organizations such as the Innocence Project[9] and DC Volunteer Lawyers Project.[10]

Altman was married in 2023 and her wedding was profiled in The New York Times.[11]

Career

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Jessica Carter Altman released the EP For You in 2022 which includes the tracks "Lucky One, "Cherry Blossoms," and "For You."

Jessica released the pop single "Pieces[12]" in June 2023, which served as the lead single off of her EP Aftermath I, released in November 2023. The EP also includes tracks: "Aftermath," "Naive," and "Blood Moon."

The music "beautifully portrays her journey of resilience, piecing together fragments of her life after experiencing loss" writes British Thoughts Magazine.[13]

The second chapter, Aftermath II EP was released in the spring 2024, followed by her debut album, Aftermath, on June 14, 2024.[14]

Jessica Carter Altman has collaborated with producer Jason Lehning, and musicians and songwriters Latifah Alattas and Palmer Lee in the studio. She's recorded at Blackbird Studios, Sound Emporium, and Love Hz in Nashville.

Press

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Jessica Carter Altman's music has been covered in publications like People Magazine's "Ones To Watch," Page Six,[15] NY Post, US Weekly,[16] TimeOut,[17] Music Connection, Entertainment Tonight's "New Music Friday,"[18] EARMILK,[19] New Music Buzz, Hola's "New Music Friday,"[20] Ladygunn,[21] Galore[22] and Daily Mail.

She's guest appeared and performed live on iHeartRadio's Dunkin Lounge,[23] Z100, Tamron Hall Show, CBS LA's The Morning Wrap,[24] PIX11,[25] Today In Nashville[26] California Live,[27] Good Day DC,[28] The Talk,[29] and the TODAY Show.[30]

Live

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Altman has played across Boston, Nashville, NYC, LA and more including The Troubadour,[31] Hotel Cafe, Rockwood Music Hall, Drom, and showcases at SXSW.[32]

Altman was announced as the special guest opener for BBMak's April 2024 shows in Atlanta and Nashville and July 2024 shows in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. She will support Tyler Hilton in a run of East Coast shows in August 2024.[33]

"Jessica Carter Altman brings an unusual softness to the stage" writes Music Connection's Drea Jo. "Altman's stories of resilience and vulnerability, along with her quirky and relatable personality, make for a refreshing combination inside a comfortable evening of authentic storytelling."[34]

She's performed live with renowned musicians including Alexander Burke on keyboards, Michael 'Fish' Herring on guitar, Pastor Funk (Brandon Brown) on bass, Dylan Elise on drums, Mat Dauzat on guitar, and Vanessa Bryan on backing vocals.

References

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  1. ^ Fonte, Allain (October 7, 2023). "Jessica Carter Altman: The Multi-Talented Muse of Music and Fashion". Los Angeles Inquisitor.
  2. ^ Papadatos, Markos (June 11, 2024). "Jessica Carter Altman talks about her new album 'Aftermath'".
  3. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman Talks New Music, Mom Lynda Carter & Performs New Song". YouTube. 8 December 2023.
  4. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman - People's Ones to Watch". YouTube. 29 April 2022.
  5. ^ Weaver, Shaye (September 16, 2022). "Singer-songwriter Jessica Carter Altman releases a new music video". TimeOut.
  6. ^ "New Music Releases May 20". Entertainment Tonight. May 20, 2022.
  7. ^ Kerik, Celine (May 1, 2024). "Exclusive: Jessica Carter Altman on New Music and Leaving Law Behind". The Knockturnal.
  8. ^ Werbin, Renee. "Wonder Woman's daughter tackles the music industry". Travel Girl Inc.
  9. ^ https://innocenceproject.org/
  10. ^ "Who We Are". 30 January 2016.
  11. ^ Safronova, Valeriya (June 2, 2023). "From Fairly Low Expectations, a Wonderful Surprise". The New York Times.
  12. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman - Pieces (Official Video)". YouTube. 7 July 2023.
  13. ^ "Artist Spotlight: Jessica Carter Altman is taking the music industry by storm". British Thoughts. August 7, 2023.
  14. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman". Apple Music.
  15. ^ Ryan, Tamantha (25 January 2024). "Lynda Carter, 72, and look-alike daughter Jessica Altman, 33, take Paris Fashion Week by storm". Page Six.
  16. ^ Stanton, Leanne (5 November 2023). "Singer Jessica Carter Altman Reveals How Mom Lynda Carter Inspired Her to Pursue Her Musical Passion". US Weekly.
  17. ^ Weaver, Shaye. "Singer-songwriter Jessica Carter Altman releases a new music video". TimeOut.
  18. ^ "New Music Releases May 20". Entertainment Tonight.
  19. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman is ready to go up in "Smoke" in new single". Earmilk. 3 May 2024.
  20. ^ "New Music Friday: Beyoncé, Shakira, Reyna Tropical, Camila Cabello, and more". HOLA. 29 March 2024.
  21. ^ "Behind The Music: Jessica Carter Altman Talks About "Aftermath" And Her Personal Growth". Ladygunn. 23 July 2024.
  22. ^ "Galore". Jessica Carter Altman: Personal Reflections and Musical Evolution in "Aftermath". 23 July 2024.
  23. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman Performs At The NYC Dunkin' Music Lounge!". YouTube. 14 June 2024.
  24. ^ "Lawyer and singer Jessica Carter Altman performs her new song "Bad Energy."". cbsnews.com. CBS News.
  25. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman previews upcoming performance". Pix 11.
  26. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman Talks Career and Performs "Aftermath"". WSMV. 3 November 2023.
  27. ^ "Singer Jessica Carter Altman talks new music, family & more". NBC Los Angeles.
  28. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman talks new music, marriage and more 6 minutes left". Fox 5 DC. 31 August 2023.
  29. ^ "Lynda Carter & Daughter Perform on The Talk". The Talk. 6 June 2018.
  30. ^ "Lynda Carter and look-alike daughter Jessica Altman in Paris will make you do a double take". Today. 25 January 2024.
  31. ^ Pingel, Mike (14 June 2024). "Singer Jessica Carter Altman to Perform at The Troubadour West Hollywood". WEHO Times.
  32. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman Tour Datets". Bandsintown.
  33. ^ "Jessica Carter Altman Tour Datets". Bandsintown.
  34. ^ Jo, Drea (December 25, 2023). "Live Review: Jessica Carter Altman". Music Connection.