Urban Outfitters has released exclusive vinyl records with Jessica Simpson. Some of them have a limited edition and are already available for pre-order.
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Written By: Jessica Simpson, Jesse Taylor, Hayley Warner and Brian Kennedy
In 2016 I called to my inner songbird and began to set free all the words, melodies and overwhelming emotional angst rapidly swirling inside of me. I knew that if I went into my studio it would mean breaking my own heart in order to write from a place of transparency. I called Teresa Lababara Whites to set up some writing sessions, that became a small songwriters camp in my basement studio, with trusted hearts I could be vulnerable in front of without judgement. Little did I know that inside this music I would embark upon major life changes and that writing itself would be an actual healer. I so desperately needed to open up my soul to the parts of my life that I couldn’t face even in a journal entry or to my family and closest friends.
On these raw visual diary entries there are some demos with different producers who helped to bring out assured self acceptance and perspective, something I did not always have at the time I recorded them.
Without Bart Schoudel as my vocal soulmate, grounding camp counselor and now dear friend…NONE of these songs would’ve happened. I attached a few to the audiobook of my memoir Open Book because some of these songs saved me. In the depths of self reflection in that candle lit studio I connected to my heart. I gave up alcohol so I could feel every moment. I came alive and made nice with the empowering evolution of the real me. I hope you feel something you need to feel right now when you listen.
Love,
Jess
Amazon Freevee has ordered the half-hour scripted pilot “Open Book,” based on the memoir by reality TV and pop star Jessica Simpson. The project stars Katelyn Tarver (“Ballers”) as Sadie Sparrow, a young singer based on Simpson, while John Stamos (“Full House”) is on board as Butch, an older musician who’s tasked with writing songs with Sadie — but soon their connection is much more than that.
Tom Kapinos (“Californication,” “Lucifer”) is the writer and executive producer behind “Open Book,” while Adam Bernstein (“Californication,” “Billions,” “Better Call Saul”) is director and EP.
Simpson also serves as an EP, along with Patrick Moran, Lauren Auslander and Lacy Lynch. PKM Prods. is behind the show, along with Amazon Studios. Here’s the logline: “‘Open Book’ follows pop star Sadie Sparrow’s mid-twenties rise from ingenue to mogul, introducing us to the family, friends, and lovers she collects along the way. Touching on themes of love, friendship, divorce, family and sisterhood, relationships, soul connections, Hollywood and the music business, ‘Open Book’ follows Sadie’s unexpected journey as she ultimately comes to embrace herself and the fact that her heart inevitably wants what it wants at every stage of life.”
“Open Book” comes out of Simpson’s multi-media rights deal that she signed with Amazon in 2020. Under that pact, Amazon Original Stories has also published a series of short stories from Simpson, including the upcoming “Movie Star: They Always Say They’re Single — A True Story,” which drops in February 2023.
The fashion mogul told PEOPLE she’s currently inspired by TV and film and wanted to bring that out in the latest Jessica Simpson Collection.
Jessica Simpson is bringing the bombshell this season.
The new Jessica Simpson Collection for fall is a blend of bold colors and silhouettes with a bit of that California cool girl vibe that the star is known for.
“I go through phases and stages based on how I feel in my own creative space,” Simpson, 42, tells PEOPLE exclusively. “Right now in my career I am inspired by TV and film and want to bring retro glam to our all American denim staple styles. Fashion is experimenting and channeling different parts of ourselves and our lives through what we wear and this campaign allowed me to give it life.”
The new collection — including vibrant photos full of neons and drama — including mainstays that Simpson’s brand has become known for, like flowy dresses and platform shoes, but she amped it up a little bit this time around. Simpson wanted the collection to still be staples in your closet for every day but give you something to wear that makes you feel confident.
“These are classically inspired pieces to mix and match or wear head to toe,” she shares. “The styling [in the campaign] definitely exudes an air of confidence. Platforms are a mainstay for us — for this season we made a retro version and created brand new silhouettes.”
She added, “We are also having a Western moment happening, which I’m always partial to!”
Jessica celebrates her 42nd birthday today, and we wanted to wish her a super happy birthday! Have an amazing day with your friends and family. Thank you for inspiring us for so many years.
We were very excited to hear new music from you! Congratulate her on her official Instagram or Facebook.
In honor of Jessica’s birthday, we have updated a new design from talented mauuzeta.com and our website is officially open! The concept was taken from a photo shoot made in 2003 for the album “In This Skin” (this is my favorite shoot and the period when I became a fan of Jessica Simpson). There is a lot of work to be done on the site, so stay tuned for more content!
Also, exclusive photos were added to the gallery that Jill Wachter made in 1998 for the Columbia Records promo. The photo quality is 4000px and this has not been on the internet before.
Jessica Simpson is feeling confident about her fashion line. On Wednesday, the “Irresistible” songstress shared her excitement about shooting the first campaign for her eponymous brand since taking ownership last October.
“With this new collection, I wanted to share the vibrant, wild and free spirit of spring,” Jessica Simpson tells PEOPLE
Jessica Simpson recently stood up for herself, fighting hard to buy back her billion dollar fashion brand. Now, the mogul brings that same confidence to her new spring 2022 campaign for her eponymous label — and looks like a billion dollars doing so!
The singer and fashion designer, 41, and her mom, Tina, recently caught up with PEOPLE to chat all about their latest collection, which she calls “flirtatious, retro and versatile.”
“My personal style moves through a variation of comfort zones,” Jessica tells PEOPLE of her ever-evolving style. “With this new collection, I wanted to share the vibrant, wild and free spirit of spring.”
Jessica knows all about being underestimated. But building a billion-dollar business has taught her a thing or two about the perks of making herself the punchline. Find out more in the link or pick up the March issue, on newsstands today!
