Photography DIX PEREZ
Videography ANDREW APUYA
Makeup ANGELA YEO
Hair JET BABAS
Fashion Styling FLORIAN TRINIDAD
By: Sherry Tenorio
Our Calyxta Girl for December, Jess Connelly, has what it takes to be the next star. She has the looks. She is definitely – undoubtedly – talented. And, she has an amazing personality. Yet, she has kept her feet away from stardom, and focused on making music. The big question is: Why?
“Because, I enjoy it,” Jess answered. The gorgeous vocalist is known for creating music that’s relaxed, fun and a bit free – the kind of music that gives the vibe that she likes to listen to.
Then, Jess added, “Being an independent singer [musician] is a lot of fun. And, I hope that, in a positive way, I make people see that it is possible to succeed in something even without following a pre-existing lane. Your music will be recognized if you really work for it. I have met many talents who are doing well in the local music scene, and even making a living out of it.”
Her latest music video, Radar/2AM, has just been released and at the moment, Jess is busy working on her next mixtape. “I’m calling it a mixtape because it’s going to be longer than my last EP,” Jess shared. She also mentioned her plans of bringing her music outside the Philippines.
“I wish to do shows in other countries. I am personally grateful for the opportunities I had here in the Philippines – this is the place where I discovered myself, and where I started as an artist. But, I know that I have to go beyond here,” Connelly concluded.
Best advice to give to fellow artist
I’ll say, just do it, and not second guess yourself. Personally, I am a big over-thinker, and I am my worst enemy. But, I reckoned that the more I think, the more I mess up. So, I realized that you won’t find any good in you and you’re not going to progress if you just don’t let it out, and just do it.
Jess Connelly: The Best Dressed
Local fashion magazine, Preview, recently revealed the country’s “Best Dressed” list for the year 2016 wherein the reigning Miss Universe, Pia Wurtzbach, tops the line-up. Among these stylish ladies is our home girl, Jess Connelly, who usually rocks a laid back, street style. Watch our Calyxta video, Underground Allure, to get a glimpse of Jess’ personal style. In this cover shoot, Jess specifically requested for us to stay away from shorts and skirts, to the delight of our stylist, Florian Trinidad.
Take a behind-the-scenes look with Jess and Flor. The young stylist, who has been making a name of her own in the local fashion scene, infuses her ‘hip-meets-hipster’ creativity to complement Jess’ effortless urban street style.
