J. Lyn
Singer-Songwriter | Island Soul, R&B with Folk, Reggae, & Hawaiian influences | Producer
Nā Hōkū Hanohano-nominated J.Lyn is a Honolulu-based singer-songwriter and educator whose work spans live performance, songwriting, film and television, and music education. Known for her versatility and distinctive voice, she moves comfortably across genres and creative settings, building a career that connects Hawaiʻi’s music community with opportunities beyond the islands.
J.Lyn At A Glance
Based in: Honolulu, Oʻahu
Style / Genre: R&B, Pop, Folk, Island Music
Instruments:Guitar
Performs: Solo • Collaborations • Songwriter
Professional Roles: Singer-Songwriter • Educator, Teaching Songwriting and Music Theory through Honolulu Community College’s MELE program
Highlights
2022 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award Nominee — Alternative Album of the Year, as co-writer of the debut EP by Kennedy Taylor & the Electric Pancakes
Co-wrote the debut EP for Kennedy Taylor & the Electric Pancakes
Co-wrote “Make Me Forget,” performed by Chinese pop artist Ann-E1
“Make Me Forget” reached #23 on the CloudMusic Soaring Chart and #6 on China’s Global Song Chart
Performed at The Troubadour in Los Angeles, Blue Note Hawaii
Shared the stage with Henry Kapono and Jake Shimabukuro
