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Jen Ledger
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About Jen Ledger
Jen Ledger, born Jennifer Carole Ledger on December 8, 1989, in Coventry, United Kingdom, is a British drummer and co-vocalist for the Grammy-nominated Christian rock band Skillet. She began playing drums at age 13, became a finalist in the UK Drummer of the Year competition in 2006, and moved to the US at 16 on a scholarship to study at Living Light School of Worship in Wisconsin. At just 18, she auditioned and landed the gig as Skillet's drummer after Lori Peters retired, joining in 2008 and debuting on tours and albums like Comatose Comes Alive.
Since then, she's been a core part of the band, delivering explosive drum performances on high-energy tracks like "Awake and Alive" and "The Resistance," while adding powerful co-vocals. She's contributed to massive hits across albums like Awake (2009), Rise (2013), and Unleashed (2016), helping Skillet become one of the biggest acts in Christian rock with arena tours, millions of streams, and a devoted global fanbase. In addition to Skillet, Jen launched her solo project LEDGER in 2018–2019 under Atlantic Records/Hear It Loud, releasing an EP and singles like "Not Dead Yet" that hit the Christian rock and contemporary charts.
Her style blends fierce rock energy, faith-driven lyrics, and her signature "LOVE GOD • LOVE PEOPLE • LOVE MUSIC" ethos. She's active on Instagram with 709k followers, sharing live clips, behind-the-scenes, faith insights, and her ongoing passion for music and people. She's a role model for female drummers everywhere, still rocking stages worldwide with Skillet in 2026. She's 5'7" with an athletic build.
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How did Jen Ledger join Skillet?
After moving to the US at 16 on a scholarship, she auditioned for Skillet at age 18 and landed the drummer role in 2008, following Lori Peters' retirement.
What is Jen Ledger's solo project called?
Her solo project is LEDGER, launched in 2018-2019 under Atlantic Records/Hear It Loud, known for the single "Not Dead Yet."
What is Jen Ledger's personal motto?
Her signature ethos is "LOVE GOD • LOVE PEOPLE • LOVE MUSIC."
Did you know
- Jen Ledger became a finalist in the UK Drummer of the Year competition in 2006.
- She moved to the US at 16 on a scholarship to attend Living Light School of Worship in Wisconsin.
- She joined Skillet at 18, debuting on the album Comatose Comes Alive.
- Her solo project LEDGER was released under Atlantic Records/Hear It Loud.
- She has an athletic build and stands 5'7".
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