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Statut : Célibataire
Ville : Atlanta
Région : Georgia
Pays: US
Date d’inscription :: 26/12/2005
juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi 

Humeur actuelle :  concentré
So I have indeed been busy. I wanted to take the time to update you on a few things:

I am in L.A. editing my first short film/video for my tune, "Many Moons". I must admit, editing is a hard job especially when it's your first national video. We are getting it together and it is really exciting to watch. I hope you all enjoy it.;)

August 12th is the release date for Metropolis: The Chase (Special Edition)! My early adopters and supporters who bought Metropolis Suite 1 of IV: The Chase, THANK YOU. Now you guys can have a chance to tell all your closest friends, family members, etc that they can go to Best Buy or pre-order the suite. I feel very blessed to be able to finally have music available all over the world. Well, actually I decided to only press up 57, 821 copies in honor of Cindi Mayweather (see her for details). This suite is still very limited, so I am kinda encouraging you to pre-order or get on the release date. Because it's been a year since you've heard anything from me, I added a couple of new tunes with you guys in mind.;) Hope you like:)

We have been working on new tunes that will be ready to release soon!

I am working on sick tour as well, but will be doing spot dates with other artists that I like. I know that on August 11th I will be performing with Gnarls Barkley in Atlanta, Ga at The Variety Playhouse.;)

Candid JM:

I am trying to find my balance. Things have been moving in full speed in my career life. Thank GOD for the opportunities. I get to share my life and art. I am sure it will only feel more like a bike with no brakes as time goes. However, in my personal life, I feel it leaving.;( Both my career and personal life are VERY important to me. Any suggestions on how you find balance between your career and personal life? Would love to hear.;)

Okay, I must go back to editing the video/short film for "Many Moons".

Thanks for being patient with me. Thanks for giving me your support.

I hope to continue to make you proud.;)

Sincerely,

Jane.
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The Official Tiara Wiles Music Page

 
Can't wait!! I've been a fan of yours for a while and I'm happy to see everything you've worked for happening for you, you give me hope and I'm sure many other little girls with big voices would agree!! Aug 12th, lets get it!

-Tiara Wiles

PS..check me out when u get a chance ; )
 
Publié par The Official Tiara Wiles Music Page le juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi - 9:58
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stephen.
Stephen Fiset

 
as a supporter from day one, im happy things are turing up for you, you deserve it, and success for somebody like you wont be hard to achive
as far as suggestions on the queston on personal life, the friends you have should be accepting of your "celebrity" and no matter like what happens your friends should always be there at the end of the day, and if they werent then i guess those friends werent worth the trouble. Also you are always gonna have a day off here and there and on those days why not give those friends/family a shout, maybe even drop by. Just dont stress because your dreams are coming true, and these are the times you just gotta soak up and take it all in.

Take it easy J
-Stephen
 
Publié par stephen. le juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi - 9:59
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Tactix-@MC_Tactix

 
im gonna pre order it right now!lol,congrats tho on everything i remember me n my friend dot were like

she WILL make it!

lol,and its good to see it materialize ^_^..n umm as far as finding a balance between your career and personal life..i can say what i do..but then again im nowhere near the position your in..but anywho ^_^ i try to keep my cell phone charged and check all my contacts atleast twice a day so im in touch with everyone..and if im not i try to make sure i do stay in touch by telling them they gotta call me XD or contact me somehow..and sometimes i take time off from music..like its not the main focus for a day or two..im sure you knew this allready lol but still ^_^..oh n thanks for waaayyyyy back for encouraging me to actually be vocal about my music because if it wasnt for you i wouldnt have ever done it lol so till this very day im like w00t janelle rules!..so yeah..

Peace n take care k?
 
Publié par Tactix-@MC_Tactix le juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi - 9:59
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congrats on everything. god truly has favored u continue to praise him in everything and he will sustain u and give you guidance. as far as finding your balance. it will come with time. but never place anyone but god in front of your own health and satisfaction. and one suggestion ill make is to take 2 hrs/day to yourself even if it means waking up earlier than usual to run or walk or pray or relax.


hope that helped

LOVE U GOOGOLS MUAH!
 
Publié par le juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi - 10:00
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jAi™☆[JaiCkiE Oh EnT.]☆
Jai McClintock

 
good luck!

cant wait to see
the film.


signed a
supportig fan
 
Publié par jAi™☆[JaiCkiE Oh EnT.]☆ le juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi - 10:01
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thats great news janelle, have fun editing the video ? :/

good luck on everything, hope all goes well
 
Publié par le juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi - 10:01
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P. HALL twitter.com/PdotHALL

 
First, congrats on everything. I can't wait for the Many Moons video and I will be buying the special edition Suite in August.


As for handling a career and a personal life... take some time for your mind to rest. That can be 5 mins to 5 hours. People forget to fall back sometimes and take things in, remember who you are and where you want to be. That being said once everything is in perspective you should be able to balance the 2 and have a feeling of comfort with them.


Good luck and keep on keeping on....
-P.

 
Publié par P. HALL twitter.com/PdotHALL le juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi - 10:02
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Lena Faye

 
How to balance your career & personal life.. Well, I definitely DO NOT think you should overwork yourself! Give yourself some time to breathe & don't stress yourself out. Know your limits & know that everyone needs to take a break at some point or another. I've never had to balance work & personal life, so I really wouldn't know, but I'm sure it will become routine at some point.


Btw, you should make yourself proud first, not us.
[:
 
Publié par Lena Faye le juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi - 11:35
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Lena Faye

 
I'm so excited! You're sound is so unique & creative, you are BOUND to go far!!
Keep working hard, lovely.
[:
 
Publié par Lena Faye le juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi - 11:35
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SOULFIRE

 
hotnesssss!
 
Publié par SOULFIRE le juillet 25, 2008 - vendredi - 11:35
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http://www.myspace.com/digitalxpressionimages

 
I will definitely try to make your show with Gnarls Barkley on The 11th of next month! And of course I will be buying part II of the suite. ^.
^

As far as balancing your career and personal life...I can say that I don't know what it is like to have such a demanding career like yours but I do find that trying to take on all that comes my way can be overwhelming. So, I think it is important to take some time out for you. Leave that hectic schedule behind for a few days and maybe go home to see your family/friends. Or maybe take a vacation every once and a while. Or simply take some time to do absolutely nothing. Yea, I know that this is easier said than done esp. when there are so many priorities. However, I do believe that a woman of your caliber can and will live a balanced life. Just remember to put your well being first.


Be Blessed!
Revolution!
 
Publié par http://www.myspace.com/digitalxpressionimages le juillet 26, 2008 - samedi - 1:22
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RAZZAQ

 
I wish you the very best. Enjoy yourself through it all.
Have fun!

Peace,
Razzaq
 
Publié par RAZZAQ le juillet 26, 2008 - samedi - 4:48
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Valerie C

 
Thanks for taking the time out! I'm very excited for you and hope you are soaking it all in. I bet the editing process is fun..and hard work! When you do a show in the Atl, I'm there!!!
I'm also at a point in life where I'm trying to find Balance in personal and work( I'm a worka holic). For me and I'm sure especially now for you, it's all about setting Boundaries. Saying No and making sure you're being taking care of. Janelle can't save the world if she isn't well spiritually or physically! I think with a lot of Celebs is that they never get that balance and thereby do crazy things or lose the MAGIC completely. Also now with you, keeping personal stuff personal. I'm sure you'll be fine as you are a strong person that has overcome much in life.
I hope this helps! Luv Ya !
 
Publié par Valerie C le juillet 26, 2008 - samedi - 4:52
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icart

 
the film is going to be awesome! i can't wait for the album to come out as well.

 
Publié par icart le juillet 26, 2008 - samedi - 4:53
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KeithM (kee-thum)
Keith McClinton

 
Have a seat of my "couch"..... Remember you are in control of your career!!! Yes, there are priorities and commitments to follow through, but YOU ARE FIRST on the list!!! When it gets a little overwhelming, refocus that energy into your purpose and think about that. And try (this is what helps me a lot...) on your days off...Turn the TV and radio off, Sit in total silence for as long as you can...Then take a shower or bath....then DO WHATEVER YOU LIKE TO DO...(I usually turn on music about this time..."Listen to "I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got" by Sinead O'Conner...classic!!)

KEEP YOUR BALANCE!!! (That's something Erykah Badu wrote to me!!!!)
Enjoy the ride!
Yo'CHI'bro,
KeithM (kee-thum)
 
Publié par KeithM (kee-thum) le juillet 26, 2008 - samedi - 5:36
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FOXYPSYCHO3121

 
Finding balance, hmmm HIRE ME!!! Seriously like you said you are now getting the exposure and for a min it's going to be non stop. Basically you are the talent and with out an artist having a sane mind they(managers, record companies, fans etc.) have no artist. So you Janelle must use your voice to say NO. That is the only way to find serenity my dear. Tell "them" NO I need a break i'm not flying here, i'm not doing that show, interview, appearence. You gotta space it out or you'll burn out DIG. I have seen you do some interviews and you seem so uniterested and faraway cause basically everyone wants a piece and they all ask the same damn thing. Just do what you feel comfortable doing babe. You also have to have someone close to you in your life that can take you away from it all. Your "private joy" quoted from Prince. Right now you are young and super talented realize that and tell that inner voice of yours to man up and speak for Janelle...On a lighter note but very serious I sent an email to Mr. Rodriguez ask him if he got it. See ya Aug.
3 Peace~Denise Hoggard
 
Publié par FOXYPSYCHO3121 le juillet 26, 2008 - samedi - 3:05
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WesTwood P™

 
U COMMING BACK TO THE A!!!!

BOUT TIME

WE MISS U SOO MUCH JM

(WirstBand Click!)
we still got em on to!!
 
Publié par WesTwood P™ le juillet 26, 2008 - samedi - 8:04
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Corey
Corey Epps

 
I just want to say that you are one of the bestr singers out there right now! I really appreciate you and what you do.
Keep up the good work!!
 
Publié par Corey le juillet 27, 2008 - dimanche - 8:04
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Sir James

 
WOW I didnt know anyone really cared some people are so consumed with themselves, and most of the time not of purpose.


U are fill in the bank__ AMAZING

JROKK
 
Publié par Sir James le juillet 29, 2008 - mardi - 1:15
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Terrell

 
Balance....

No Balance....

you get one chance to make the diffrance between good and great,
so this is your "grinding season" Grind until theres nothing left,
and then
the beauty of your hard work will be seen by the masses
and the social will come
Trust me, I been there before, dont let the temptation of missing out take you away from what your born to do.

Hotep sis
 
Publié par Terrell le juillet 29, 2008 - mardi - 1:15
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VERSE The Artist™

 
HEY SIS! Once again, congrats on all that is, and what is to come. I have a couple of verse's you should keep in mind, to find and keep balance...be blessed :0] ****************************************************************************
"GOOD PEOPLE STAY AWAY FROM EVIL. BY WATCHING WHAT THEY DO, THEY PROTECT THEIR LIVES.
" PROV 16:17
"PRIDE WILL DESTROY A PERSON; A PROUD ATTITUDE LEADS TO RUIN.
" PROV 16: 18
"WHOEVER LISTENS TO WHAT IS TAUGHT WILL SUCCEED, AND WHOEVER TRUSTS THE LORD WILL BE HAPPY.
" PROV 16:20
"YOU, LORD, GIVE TRUE PEACE TO THOSE WHO DEPEND ON YOU, BECAUSE THEY TRUST YOU. SO, TRUST THE LORD ALWAYS, BECAUSE HE IS OUR ROCK FOREVER.
" ISAIAH 26:3-5

I HOPE THIS FINDS YOU IN GOOD HEALTH AND HAPPINESS..KEEP YOUR HEAD TO THE SKY :0]

YOUR FRIEND,

~VERSE The Artist
 
Publié par VERSE The Artist™ le juillet 30, 2008 - mercredi - 12:57
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ParisG.Photo

 
can't wait can't wait can't wait....im excited...whoooo aug 12th

as far as balance try reading "a new earth" by eckhart tolle... it put a lot of things into perspective for me i hope it does the same for you...(he has another one called the power of now, didnt read it but i heard it was good) I'm sure if u see things for what they truly are and are truthful to that truth u'll be all good..good luck missy..

oh man the video so excited the album oh man....*jumps up and down* im ready im ready lol
 
Publié par ParisG.Photo le août 5, 2008 - mardi - 8:45
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Royal

 
The balance is the question everyone one of us ask when on the rise. I say for now grind hard and when no one is looking grab something personal to keep you good. Call home, look at pictures and pray. You'll be alright.
;)

Royal
 
Publié par Royal le août 8, 2008 - vendredi - 12:51
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ϟAnthonyϟ

 
koolerz
 
Publié par ϟAnthonyϟ le août 8, 2008 - vendredi - 12:51
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