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Thanks so much for stopping by my page! My name is Kelsey Hallford, (formerly known as “Kelsey Lewis Music” and is now under new artist name, “KJAE”) and I'm a local singer-songwriter who has been based and performing in the Dallas/Ft. Worth for 10+ years now. My musical stylings feature indie-pop, jazz, soul influences, and I have an array of original material as well as an extensive repertoire of both top radio and classic staples for all kinds of settings and events. Let me know how I can add some fun musical flair to your special event! Thanks so much! 😊
"We used, not one, But Three of Kelsey's songs in our feature film, "Little Notes to Heaven". She has such beautiful and inspiring music, and her voice is powerful and lovely. We have all seen her perform many times before as well. She is just as charismatic as you would expect her to be!" - the Unseen Path Production Team
Every year we invite Kelsey Lewis and her crew to perform at our Annual Benefit Concert. We can’t wait to have her back next year! She has yet to disappoint - performing her own songs to colorful covers , she really knows how to read her audience and connect in ways other artists don’t. Kelsey shows true professionalism and always brings her a game to our events. Kelsey Lewis is not only a talented performer but a gifted songwriter with true style and honesty.
Price Range: $300.00 and up depending on event
Gig Length: 30 - 90 minutes
Languages: English
I do every kind of event from a private house show to a packed out venue.
I usually perform anywhere between 20-90 minute sets which include original material as well as covers/genres of client's choosing. I can provide three different types of sets; a set with myself and instrumental tracks, an acoustic set up with myself, a drums, key/guitar, as well as a full band set up with vocals, bass, drums, keys, and guitar. My style is a eclectic blend of modern songwriter-pop mixed with elements of jazz and soul. I love to taking the "classic" and blending it with the "new."
It would be an honor to be a part of your special event this year.
Kelsey Lewis, (born on December 31st, 1994) an 24 year old Texas Singer /Songwriter from Dallas/Fort Worth, has been singing and performing since she was 6 years old.
2016 Belk Southern Musician Showcase Winner
2016 DFWIcon Grand Champion Winner
She has performed on many stages....
Grapefest, Irving Canal Fest, Addison Summer Series, Addison Fork and Cork, Sofar Dallas alumi, Good Morning Texas(Christmas Show), Klyde Warren Park, Sundance Square Fort Worth, BroadCast TV, Fall for Greenville Festival, Arts in the Square Southlake, Shipping and Receiving, The Palladium Ballroom, The House of Blues(Cambridge Room), Poor Dave's Pub, The Opening Bell Coffeehouse, (National Anthem)The Legends Game, (National Anthem) 2012, 2014, 2016 Texas GOP Convention, (National Anthem)Relay for Life, Wildcatter Champion 2011, Young Professionals Organization Event, TXU Electric 2013 Christmas Gala, Tunes for Tots 2013, Art House Dallas 2013 Event, BroadcastTV KTXD47, Awakening: RAW Dallas 2014 Event, and many more.
She also got the unique opportunity in 2011 to sing for the judges of X-Factor(USA).
It was at the age of 13 when she truly discovered her love and passion for songwriting! She has since then written a volume of different songs ranging from love, life, and the lessons learned along her journey!
In December of 2012, she left for Nashville to pursue her first debut album with 2V Productions. Producers Richie Biggs(recording engineer for The Civil Wars, Amy Grant, George Strait, etc.) and Mark Hill(bassist for Reba McEntire and band manager for Keith Urban) came together with Kelsey to create "Beautiful View," a 10 song album with 8 original songs from Lewis, a song written by Mark Hill and then a 1950's cover of the classic Perry Como hit, "Catch a Falling Star." Beautiful View is said to be an album "that has to be savored in its entirety, because it is meant to delight and fill the listener with felicity, through lyrical storytelling by the singer."
Many have coined her with the title of "Vintage Futuristic," when describing her unique style and sound. She loves the art of taking the new and infusing it with the old. Inspired by artists such as The Civil Wars, Joy Williams, Adele, Sara Barilles, Jason Mraz, Christina Perrie, Kimbra, Taylor Swift, Coldplay, OneRepublic, Regina Spektor, Andrew Ripp, Etta James, and Patsy Cline, just to name a few, the range of personality and character in each song can most definitely be traced back to some of the artists listed above.
She released her first Christmas single...Christmas Beside You in November 2015 and a new Pop single..."So in Love with You" September 2016.
She is currently working on putting together a tour and writing and finding inspiration for future albums to come. "I just really hope that in some way or form that through my stories they will be able to connect with yours . That's the beauty about music....it's a language of it's own."
I have a sound system that I can provide for an extra fee. The system is great for intimate gatherings and house parties. I do not have a system that is able to support larger events such as weddings, benefits, conferences, etc.
If the sound system is being provided for your event, the only requirements that me and my band would further request are electrical outlets to be able to input extra speakers, extension chords, and added plug-ins that my instrumentalist might want to bring for boosted quality of performance.
Thank you so much for your cooperation and understanding. :)
Covers:
-"I'm Yours" by Jason Mraz
-"Bubbly" by Colbie Caillat
-"Photograph" by Ed Sheehan
-"Sunrise" by Norah Jones
-"Don't Know Why" by Norah Jones
-"Gravity" by John Mayer
-"Unforgettable" by Nat King Cole
-"Like I'm Gonna Lose You" by Meghan Trainor
-"Many the Miles" by Sara Bareilles
-"Love Song" by Sara Bareilles
-"Rolling in the Deep" by Adele
-"When We Were Young" by Adele
-"The Only Exception" by Paramore
-"No One" by Alicia Keys
-"If I Ain't Got You" by Alicia Keys
-"Fallin'" by Alicia Keys
-"Blank Space" by Taylor Swift
-"Style" by Taylor Swift
-"Delicate" by Taylor Swift
-"Issues" by Julia Michaels
-"Chandelier" by Sia
-"Cheap Thrills" by Sia
-"She Will Be Loved," by Maroon 5
-"I've Got You Under My Skin" by Frank Sinatra
-"Fly Me to the Moon" by Frank Sinatra
-"At Last" by Etta James
-"Drops of Jupiter" by Train
"Settle Down" by Kimbra
"Million Reasons" by Lady Gaga
"Time After Time" by Cyndi Lauper
"What Did You Do" by Gabrielle Aplin
"My Blood" by Ellie Goulding
"Rise Up" by Andra Day
"This is Me" by The Greatest Showman
"Heartbeats" by JohnnySwim
"Can't Help Falling in Love" by Elvis Presley
"Umbrella" by Rihanna
"Diamonds" by Rihanna
"Use Somebody" by Kings of Leon
"Hopelessly Devoted to You" by Grease
Just to name a few....
Sara Bareilles, Colbie Caillat, Ingrid Michaelson, Norah Jones, Adele, Taylor Swift, Etta James, Michael Buble, Jason Mraz, John Mayer, Kimbra, Regina Spektor, Paloma Faith, and Michael Jackson,...just to name a few.
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