Meet Joli Hope of Nashville

Today we’d like to introduce you to Joli Hope.

Hi Joli, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
Hey y’all, I’m Joli Hope. I’m a singer-songwriter from Dallas, TX and I’ve been in Nashville for three years. My story begins with a bright pink Barbie guitar. Growing up, I was an outsider but with music I felt understood. I would come home everyday after school and plug in my pretend iPod and sing along to the words of “She Will Be Loved” by Maroon 5, strumming the guitar and adding background vocals like I was performing with the band. I didn’t really understand the magnitude of my purpose then but understood that performing felt like home to me. I started taking singing, guitar, songwriting, and performing lessons and would play any venue that would let an 11 or 12 year old perform. I built on this all throughout high school and have continued my journey at Belmont University, majoring in Songwriting and minoring in Music Business. I take pride in my discipline of outworking my learning differences to achieve a 3.96 and make the dean’s list every semester. I have been inducted into the Alpha Chi National Honor Society at Belmont. Music for me is one of the biggest reasons I get up in the morning. I write two songs a day, play out weekly, and genuinely just love the process of growing and getting better. I have been really fortunate to get to play in festivals like CMA Fest and highly coveted venues such as The Listening Room, House of Blues, Live Oak, The Pitch Meeting, Fox & Locke, Teddy’s Tavern, Gilley’s South Side Music Hall, and many more. Recently, I was recognized by ASCAP and was selected to be one of the songwriters in the Belmont Fall Songwriter’s showcase. I am also currently working part-time as a hostess at The Listening Room where I am constantly inspired by the talented artists and songwriters in this town. Currently, I am interning at BMI through the Catalog Cast program and am inspired by all the uncut gems I get to hear, champion, and pitch to publishers around town. I truly feel like singing, writing, performing and sharing my music with others is my calling in life. I just got into the studio last week to record my debut single so be on the lookout for “Things I Wish I Knew” by Joli Hope.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
No, my creative journey has not been a smooth road. When I moved to town it took time to find my sound, find my tribe (the people I co-write with the best), and to network to get performance and professional opportunities. One of the biggest challenges has been patience and learning how to navigate the constant rejection when you put yourself out there. When I look back at all of these setbacks I see how they have challenged me to grow and I am proud of the progress I have made and will continue to make. What keeps me motivated is knowing that if I keep showing up, I will get my chance and a platform to make music that can have a meaningful impact on the world.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I am a singer-songwriter in the Country Rock lane known for my clear and moving tone, live performance skills and impactful storytelling. What sets me apart is my work ethic of writing two songs a day, working on music full time while being a full time student, working an internship and a part time job, and the emotional delivery I convey in every song I perform. I am probably most proud of the way I have been able to give back through doing what I love. Recently, I wrote a song for the UC Davis Hospice Gala honoring all of those who have passed in the last year. Hearing from the families and staff that my song moved them or helped them with their grief has allowed me to see how music can change lives on a real level.

Networking and finding a mentor can have such a positive impact on one’s life and career. Any advice?
My best advice would be to play as many shows/writers rounds as you can and to go to as many shows as possible. I have met so many people in my tribe by playing an open mic or a round or going to a college sponsored networking event. In terms of an academic setting, if you have a teacher who works in the field you want to be in, nurture that relationship as much as you can. Go to their shows, talks, lectures etc. and just support them, asking for nothing in return. Then, when the time comes to ask for advice or a recommendation, they will most likely be more than happy to give it.

Pricing:

• Support the creative community by buying music from iTunes and buying tickets for local shows

Contact Info:

• Website: https://jolihopemusic.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolihopemusic/?hl=en
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joli-reiman-170a4728a/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-_QdeRUTPiAhUD-VzvoB8Q