The Kellys Information

It's been ten years since The Kellys entered their first stage of evolution. Birthed out of the desire to create powerful, original music deeply rooted in passion and feeling, The Kellys began their quest for global recognition. Like a fine Red Wine, with plenty of seasoning and time for fermentation, the band has allowed their sound to age perfectly right along with them. The new decade is being ushered in with the completion and release of two projects that showcase who The Kellys have become. Channel, a dvd presentation of live performances (one, of three original songs backed by a 32-piece orchestra) and music videos, released 2010. Following that is The Kellys long-awaited, fourth studio album, Opus, containing a deep look into that very evolution and growth in The Kellys' uniquely pattented meld of pop and rock. Most recently see the new music video, Victory on youtube.com/thekellys 221 Still growing strong, The Kellys continue to do what they love - wrapping up all of their feelings, influences and emotions into a brand new musical manifesto. By blending the powerful vocals of lead singer Kelly McCracken with the guitar stylings of Nick Rossi and the explosive rhythm section of Matt Holko (drums),and Dan Drummond (bass). The Kellys have developed a reputation for high energy, emotionally charged live performances. It's been said that The Kellys call their original music indie/rock/powerpop, but opera rock might be a better description. Whatever you label it, it will always be, uniquely, The Kellys. With the desire for the world to hear their music behind the wheel of this unstoppable vessel, The Kellys have pursued and achieved a number of noteworthy accolades, fueling their quest for national recognition. *Independently released first album, Greatest Hits, and a three-song demo in 2004. *Placed third place in the National Round of Jillians Roots of Rock Band Battle in Memphis, TN in 2005. *Released second album, On the World Tour (with distribution in Best Buy stores in NE Ohio, and online at iTunes, ...