From
country fairs to corporate trade shows, live concerts,
in recording studios, or before millions on television,
Frickes individual sound and performance personally has
captivated the audiences around the world.
As one of the most successful jingle singers, her voice became
known to millions as the voice for such advertising giants
as United Airlines, Coca Cola, 7-Up and Red Lobster.
It was a line in Johnny Duncan’s single, Stranger that
ultimately gained the most fame for Fricke. When it hit the
top of the charts in 1977, fan’s wanted to know who sang
the line, “Shut out the light and lead me…” The
music industry took notice as her voice was heard on duets
with Merle Haggard, Moe Bandy and others, leading her to her
first major recording contract. Fricke soon began to dominate
the country charts with smash hits such as “ Don’t
Worry About Me Baby”, “ He’s A Heartache” and“Your
Hearts Not In It”.It was only a matter of time before
she started winning awards. Included among them are: Music
City News Female Vocalist of the Year. ”Billboard” Top
country female vocalist, “Cash Box” Top Female
Country Vocalist. Academy of Country Music Female vocalist
of the Year.
And
she has been chosen to the Country Music Hall of Fame Walkway
of The Stars.
Twice
she has been nominated for the coveted Grammy Award, once
for her “It Ain’t
Easy Being Easy”.
Janie
has released 23 albums and 38 hit singles. Her latest album “Bouncin’ Back” is
currently available on JMF Records.