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KELLI SAE SINGING WITH PAUL SIMON BAND AT BAM NYC

Lead singer of internationally successful bands, Incognito, Defunkt and co-member of the acclaimed European groove band Count Basic, Singer, Songwriter, Producer - Kelli's multi-octave voice has reached millions around the world, from the USA to Asia.

Kelli, born of Puerto-Rican, African-American and Indian descent, explores her heritage and offers an eclectic mixture of modern R&B, Soul, Nu-Jazz and Latin flavored in her music.

Just who is Kelli Sae…you say? She is by no means a stranger to the music business. The gorgeous songstress has worked/toured and sang background vocals for Tina Turner, Paul Simon, David Bowie, Meshell Ndegeocello, Angelique Kidjo, Ashford & Simpson, Neneh Cherry, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Phillippe Saisse, DJ Logic, Cory Glover (Living Colour), Arrested Development, Curtis Mayfield, George Clinton, P-Funk-Allstars, acclaimed Grammy Award-winner Ryuichi Sakamoto (score composer for the Last Emperor) and countless others

As member and lead singer of the acclaimed Count Basic band, Kelli has achieved an impressive number of hit-singles around the world, with co-member guitarist Peter Legat. Count Basic can refer to an impressive track history of international success.

Kelli is the recipient of the 2008 Amadeus Award (EuropeanGrammy) with her group, Count Basic for the ‘Love & Light’ album (Emarcy/Universal Records) winner of the best Jazz/Blues/Folk album, with it’s European release and video of the song ‘ Visible Scars’

Kelli is also a Amadeus Award winner, as co-writer, with producer/ keyboard wiz Albin Janoska, for the song and video, ‘All I Wanna Do’ which reached 1 on the BETJ Soul Session video countdown and is currently in rotation on BETJ Soul Sessions on the BET Network.

This most sought after singer, songwriter is currently writing and producing her new album, entitled, ‘REBIRTH’ out later this year with the release of the hit single and video entitled, ‘No Use. The album includes singles, “List of Things to Do and dance track, “Mask and “You’re All I Need” which will be featured on the upcoming International Soul Diva 2 album entitled, Tokyo Rush (Lola Waxx UK) out September 25th.

Kelli is Founder/CEO of independent label, Kwurk Entertainment Group with worldwide digital distribution by Independent Online Distribution Alliance (IODA) with two album releases entitled, ‘Kelli Sae’ and ‘Heroine’, currently enjoying worldwide success.

"Kelli's... songs cut deep into your heart and soul, and gives you a window not only into Kelli's world but a new perspective into your own".



"Kelli...has a penchant for blending swaggering Funk and R&B with traditional Latin music, utilizing a voice that is, by turn, wonderfully subtle and startlingly gritty.The depth and realness of her performance and songwriting is undeniable and downright intoxicating. You’re pulled into Sae’s world within seconds”







"Kelli sings like she's saving our souls, raising the roof, as well as the hair on your arms with her glorious noise ! "

KELLI SAE - BAND INFO
I'm a solo act I do have a core band. But from time to time some members change depending on what the situation calls for. Here are the main playa's: My Kick Ass Drummer's include: Skoota Warner,Rocky Bryant, Ginta's Janusonis, Thumpin' Bassist include:Ron Jenkin's, Trevor Allen, Booker King, James Genus, Fred Cash, Blazin' Guitarist include: Robyn Macatangay, Mike Ciro, Sherrod Barnes,Percussionist: Danny Sadownick, Robyn Lobe, Piano/Keyboards: Bahnamous Bowie, Brockett Parsons, John Deley, Blarin' Horns: Carl Fischer, Eric Person, Elliott Mason, Supportive Vocals: Biti Strauchn, Arif St. Michael, Keith Fluitt, Ada Dyer.