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JANIS KELLY
Janis Kelly is on a mission to elevate, educate and activate your body, mind & SOUL! She sings and plays "Nu-World Music," a compelling blend of soulful, jazz-infused sounds; funky, "globalicious" beats; and lyrics that speak of love, hope, healing and--above all--PEACE.
As a songwriter, Janis has been most powerfully influenced by none other than Carole King, whose music served as a reminder to her that you can be a while girl AND have soul! Opening up for Carole King in Seattle, circa 1992, is still one of the highlights of Janis' career! Others include opening for the Neville Brothers, Tower Of Power and Rufus & Chaka Khan, as well as appearing on recordings with members of Earth, Wind & Fire, The Emotions, Heart and even Nancy Reagan's "Just Say No!" campaign! She also counts Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight, Flora Purim and Chaka Khan among her greatest vocal influences, and looks to contemporary artists such as india.arie, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu and Zapp Mama for ongoing inspiration. She is forever indebted to her late mother, Joyce Sundeen Kelly Riebe, for serving as her musical mentor, teacher and guiding light, and for leaving her a legacy of musical excellence to share with the world.
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