This is typically what they would call a “no cure scenario”, but I refuse to believe that to be the case. Unfortunately, this November, I found out that the cancer had already metastasized and spread through my lymphatic system, probably before I was first diagnosed. I decided to keep the news relatively private, because I was hoping I could complete the treatment, beat the cancer, and move on from a temporary road block. It came as a big shock, and my plans for making music and forging ahead in my art career suddenly took a back seat. My plan was to continue on exploring my own musical path with my bandmate Linwood Regensburg, and we had a baby project in the oven even as we were finishing up our final blow-out tour with Those Darlins (which was a blast!).Īlthough I was in poor health during the span of that tour, I never would have guessed that a week after I arrived back to my home in Nashville, Tennessee I would be hospitalized and diagnosed with stage 2 cervical cancer. We all mutually felt it was time to take a step back and pursue other projects, and it has been a really good decision for all of us. “As most of you know, Those Darlins decided to call it quits as a band in early 2016. Please find her official statement below: To help cover the cost of living expenses and bills, she has launched a fundraising website here.ĭespite her diagnosis, Zazu has been working on art and music projects, including a new album. Last October, she learned that her cancer had metastasized, and her fight against the disease will last longer than originally anticipated. Jessi has been facing serious health issues since she was diagnosed with cancer seven months ago. ![]() Along with her graphic design and fine art work showcased on this site she has worked as the former lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist in the band Those Darlins since 2006. Jessi Zazu is a multidisciplinary artist from Nashville, Tennessee.
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