Kelli Grant, the Queen of Swing™
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Kelli Grant’s new Neo – Swing CD kicks off “swinging” with the title cut, an autobiography of her musical career. With original lyrics, 4 verses long (included) Kelli gives praise to her Mother's influence and gift of a signature piano style. Kelli plays a walking 4/4 or “swing” bass line with her left hand, a testament to her title, “the Queen of Swing” given to her by Mr. Action, Roy Moss & Carl “Blue Suede Shoes” Perkins”. However; the fun has just begun as a charismatic Swing version of "Goody, Goody" rivaling “The King of Swing” Benny Goodman's hit and Frankie Lymon’s 50’s chart topper, starts the ball rolling. No disappoints so far as the Swing Queen ascends you to the CD's magnificent original, and what should be a show stopper, "The Queen of Swing". The song which topped independent charts at #8 is set in the vernacular of the 50’s style jump blues. “So tell your friends just where to go, to the juke joint jumping down on Kokomo.”
If your foot is not tapping by now friends and neighbors,
then call in the family because you must be "DEAD." ;o)
With a couple of R&B covers by musical legends, "The Drifters" and R&B megastar, Ray Charles; "Drip Drop" & "Hallelujah, I Love Him So" Kelli takes you to another groove on an even higher level. Which I didn’t think was possible. Complimenting Ray Charles cover with the exact opposite meaning, Kelli wrote a very enjoyable R&B story song which could truly catapult the CD into a Platinum arena, "Don't Mess With Me" which has already hit the #1 spot. (side note: Kelli wrote / recorded "Don't Mess With Texas" for the state of Texas, thus the song/title and was her first #1 hit).
With a “Zing” in my heart I enjoyed the vocals of this amazing singer on the Judy Garland cover, “Zing, Went the Strings of my Heart”. A rather strange but mesmerizing arrangement I found captivating as well as exciting.
Grab your girdle’s girls and strut your stuff to two more of Kelli's penned genius: "Boogie Woogie Stroll" & "Strut My Stuff". The later is a sassy little, I've had enough declaration. Although written from the woman's point of view, the song can easily support either gender.
"Sometimes I Wonder" set in a classic DooWop style for a nice slow or “stroll” dance, takes you back to the wonder of a lost love. Back to a walk down the beach holding hands or a ride down a country road with the top down, to a time when love was innocent as hearts were racing with excitement and ragin’ with anticipation.
But, just as you relax with the memories of “The Way Love Use to Be” (Kelli won an “Honorable Mention from Billboard in R&B for a same titled song), the whole thing explodes into a magnificent revamp of Louie Prima's "5 Months, 2 Weeks, 2 Days". Prima's original consisted of the title line followed with a "Hurry, home home baby" vamp that Prima was known for. Kelli wrote 3 verses giving the song a beginning and end. But the thing that “will get you up and off your seat” (a line from title cut) is the arrangement ... ALL Kelli. The music graduate not only wrote the arrangement but plays each and every note on ALL of the instruments: her signature style of piano – bass (right / left hand) but also; drums, bari, 2 tenor sax parts and 2 trumpet parts. It’s a 4 minute swing revolution that will leave you “swinging” from a chandelier and hanging in anxious anticipation for the next number.
But unfortunately friends, that's the final cut. But WOW! What a ride!!!
Kelli Grant’s new Neo – Swing CD kicks off “swinging” with the title cut, an autobiography of her musical career. With original lyrics, 4 verses long (included) Kelli gives praise to her Mother's influence and gift of a signature piano style. Kelli plays a walking 4/4 or “swing” bass line with her left hand, a testament to her title, “the Queen of Swing” given to her by Mr. Action, Roy Moss & Carl “Blue Suede Shoes” Perkins”. However; the fun has just begun as a charismatic Swing version of "Goody, Goody" rivaling “The King of Swing” Benny Goodman's hit and Frankie Lymon’s 50’s chart topper, starts the ball rolling. No disappoints so far as the Swing Queen ascends you to the CD's magnificent original, and what should be a show stopper, "The Queen of Swing". The song which topped independent charts at #8 is set in the vernacular of the 50’s style jump blues. “So tell your friends just where to go, to the juke joint jumping down on Kokomo.”
If your foot is not tapping by now friends and neighbors,
then call in the family because you must be "DEAD." ;o)
With a couple of R&B covers by musical legends, "The Drifters" and R&B megastar, Ray Charles; "Drip Drop" & "Hallelujah, I Love Him So" Kelli takes you to another groove on an even higher level. Which I didn’t think was possible. Complimenting Ray Charles cover with the exact opposite meaning, Kelli wrote a very enjoyable R&B story song which could truly catapult the CD into a Platinum arena, "Don't Mess With Me" which has already hit the #1 spot. (side note: Kelli wrote / recorded "Don't Mess With Texas" for the state of Texas, thus the song/title and was her first #1 hit).
With a “Zing” in my heart I enjoyed the vocals of this amazing singer on the Judy Garland cover, “Zing, Went the Strings of my Heart”. A rather strange but mesmerizing arrangement I found captivating as well as exciting.
Grab your girdle’s girls and strut your stuff to two more of Kelli's penned genius: "Boogie Woogie Stroll" & "Strut My Stuff". The later is a sassy little, I've had enough declaration. Although written from the woman's point of view, the song can easily support either gender.
"Sometimes I Wonder" set in a classic DooWop style for a nice slow or “stroll” dance, takes you back to the wonder of a lost love. Back to a walk down the beach holding hands or a ride down a country road with the top down, to a time when love was innocent as hearts were racing with excitement and ragin’ with anticipation.
But, just as you relax with the memories of “The Way Love Use to Be” (Kelli won an “Honorable Mention from Billboard in R&B for a same titled song), the whole thing explodes into a magnificent revamp of Louie Prima's "5 Months, 2 Weeks, 2 Days". Prima's original consisted of the title line followed with a "Hurry, home home baby" vamp that Prima was known for. Kelli wrote 3 verses giving the song a beginning and end. But the thing that “will get you up and off your seat” (a line from title cut) is the arrangement ... ALL Kelli. The music graduate not only wrote the arrangement but plays each and every note on ALL of the instruments: her signature style of piano – bass (right / left hand) but also; drums, bari, 2 tenor sax parts and 2 trumpet parts. It’s a 4 minute swing revolution that will leave you “swinging” from a chandelier and hanging in anxious anticipation for the next number.
But unfortunately friends, that's the final cut. But WOW! What a ride!!!
15.00 $
Swing 'n Blues
“Swing ‘n Blues” is listed as one of the industries Top Jazz Album by music critic Henri Woode focuses on the joining of her R&B / Blues accolades with her now Swing title and signature piano style. Her own blues tune, “Loose Woman Blues” captured the attention of the Grammy® Reviewing Board, and although not nominated it was placed in contention for “Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals”. Other notable hits include: “Jump, Jive & Wail” from the great Louie Prima and a wonderful cover of “The Blues Brothers”, “All My Money Back.”
She incorporated that CD and from her extensive research, into an original musical review “Swingin’ the Blues” which has been updated to include new CD's and hits to: "Swing It!".
“Swing ‘n Blues” is listed as one of the industries Top Jazz Album by music critic Henri Woode focuses on the joining of her R&B / Blues accolades with her now Swing title and signature piano style. Her own blues tune, “Loose Woman Blues” captured the attention of the Grammy® Reviewing Board, and although not nominated it was placed in contention for “Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals”. Other notable hits include: “Jump, Jive & Wail” from the great Louie Prima and a wonderful cover of “The Blues Brothers”, “All My Money Back.”
She incorporated that CD and from her extensive research, into an original musical review “Swingin’ the Blues” which has been updated to include new CD's and hits to: "Swing It!".
15.00 $
Rock-a-Billy U.S.A.
A true Collectors Item. In 1998, at the request of his record label Roy Moss came to Kelli once again to record a new album. He had asked Kelli and guitarist, Johnny Patterson to help him on his first release for Warner Bros. German affiliate, Eagle Records on the album, "Rockin' Roy Moss". Unfortunately, this time Roy was unable to finish the project and only partially recorded 4 songs. He passed away several months later. Kelli took those 4 songs editing the pieces to make a complete song for a 10 year commemorative anniversary to honor her friend and mentor, “Mr. Action” Roy Moss. Kelli recorded 7 cuts in the R&B, Rock-a-Billy and 50’s Swing styles, added a LIVE cut of her husband the late, Johnny Patterson playing a magnificent version of the guitar instrumental, “Honky Tonk” for the CD's release. The CD received 5 Star reviews and a huge thank you from Kelli to Roy for all he did to help her in achieving her dreams.
It was Mercury Rock-a-Billy artist the late, “Mr. Action” Roy Moss who would give her the thrown or title, "the Queen of Swing. After working several shows, Roy took notice of; not only her already award winning vocals, (Voice Scholarship) but also her unique and signature piano style taught to her by her Mother. Roy requested Kelli play his new CD, "Rockin' Roy Moss" with Kelli playing on 11 of the 18 cuts. In the liner notes Roy called her, “the Star of Texas”; however, he would soon change it to, “the Swingin’ Little Miss from Texas” and finally he proclaimed her, “the Queen of Swing”. Kelli would later headline with R&B legend, Carl Perkins who would agree. Today she is known around the world as, The Queen of Swing™.
A true Collectors Item. In 1998, at the request of his record label Roy Moss came to Kelli once again to record a new album. He had asked Kelli and guitarist, Johnny Patterson to help him on his first release for Warner Bros. German affiliate, Eagle Records on the album, "Rockin' Roy Moss". Unfortunately, this time Roy was unable to finish the project and only partially recorded 4 songs. He passed away several months later. Kelli took those 4 songs editing the pieces to make a complete song for a 10 year commemorative anniversary to honor her friend and mentor, “Mr. Action” Roy Moss. Kelli recorded 7 cuts in the R&B, Rock-a-Billy and 50’s Swing styles, added a LIVE cut of her husband the late, Johnny Patterson playing a magnificent version of the guitar instrumental, “Honky Tonk” for the CD's release. The CD received 5 Star reviews and a huge thank you from Kelli to Roy for all he did to help her in achieving her dreams.
It was Mercury Rock-a-Billy artist the late, “Mr. Action” Roy Moss who would give her the thrown or title, "the Queen of Swing. After working several shows, Roy took notice of; not only her already award winning vocals, (Voice Scholarship) but also her unique and signature piano style taught to her by her Mother. Roy requested Kelli play his new CD, "Rockin' Roy Moss" with Kelli playing on 11 of the 18 cuts. In the liner notes Roy called her, “the Star of Texas”; however, he would soon change it to, “the Swingin’ Little Miss from Texas” and finally he proclaimed her, “the Queen of Swing”. Kelli would later headline with R&B legend, Carl Perkins who would agree. Today she is known around the world as, The Queen of Swing™.
15.00 $
Honky Tonk Swing
After working and recording with many Rock-a-Billy shows and artsit Kelli began writing and recording the Blues. She received an “Honorable Mention” from Billboard for her R&B original, “The Way Love Use to Be” from the CD, “Honky Tonk Swing” and is a licensed BMI songwriter.
The CD received 4 Star reviews in magazines around the world. It was a re-release of her CD, "Honky Tonk Rock" which catapulted the Singer / Songwriter / pianist into the big arena's of casinos, performing art theatres and bumping CD sells beyond her expectations after winning an "Honorable Mention" from Billboard for her R&B original, "The Way Love Use to Be".
After working and recording with many Rock-a-Billy shows and artsit Kelli began writing and recording the Blues. She received an “Honorable Mention” from Billboard for her R&B original, “The Way Love Use to Be” from the CD, “Honky Tonk Swing” and is a licensed BMI songwriter.
The CD received 4 Star reviews in magazines around the world. It was a re-release of her CD, "Honky Tonk Rock" which catapulted the Singer / Songwriter / pianist into the big arena's of casinos, performing art theatres and bumping CD sells beyond her expectations after winning an "Honorable Mention" from Billboard for her R&B original, "The Way Love Use to Be".
15.00 $
Softer Side of Swing
Instead of the normal piano poundin' jump blues the Queen of Swing is so vastly associated with this CD is set to a softer side of the Swing Queen showcasing Kelli's amazing vocals with wonderful cuts on some of the industries greatest blues & jazz standards. She captured the attention of the Grammy® reviewing board and “Softer Side of Swing” was placed in consideration on the Grammy® voting list as ONE of only 36 albums for “Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album” with her own pop single, “If You Were the One” in consideration for “Best Traditional Pop Vocal Performance”. (Neither were Nominated)
However, the CD is one Kelli's favorites and remains high on the songlist of many classic radio stations.
Instead of the normal piano poundin' jump blues the Queen of Swing is so vastly associated with this CD is set to a softer side of the Swing Queen showcasing Kelli's amazing vocals with wonderful cuts on some of the industries greatest blues & jazz standards. She captured the attention of the Grammy® reviewing board and “Softer Side of Swing” was placed in consideration on the Grammy® voting list as ONE of only 36 albums for “Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album” with her own pop single, “If You Were the One” in consideration for “Best Traditional Pop Vocal Performance”. (Neither were Nominated)
However, the CD is one Kelli's favorites and remains high on the songlist of many classic radio stations.
15.00 $
Swings & Sings
"Swings & Sings" is a wonderful eclectic mix that "swings" East & West with a definite uniting of her Rock-a-Billy style to the Texas Swing music she has fallen in love with. The CD demonstrates not only her versatility as a singer but also the musician, as the Swing Queen “swings” on several different instruments: bass & piano, as usual; drums; bari sax; organ; banjo; clarinet & whistles on "Walkin' my Baby Back Home".
Known for her Rock-a-Billy piano style Kelli recorded with a couple of Rock-a-Billy legends, “Groovy” Joe Poovey & “Mr. Action” Roy Moss. Both R&B legends, Carl Perkins and Roy Moss took notice of Kelli’s unique piano style and tagged her, "the Queen of Swing," now a registered trademark. With a pulse driving right hand rhythm and gyrating piano rock-a-billy leads coupled with an unsurpassed left hand walking bassline, Kelli calls her signature piano style, "Swing-a-Billy" which “swings“ in the truest definition of the word.
The CD was in the top 10 charting a couple of top 10 hits and Kelli was the only Female Nominated for RMA's Artist of the Year. She also was Nominated for AWA's Female Artist of the Year, the Will Rogers Award.
"Swings & Sings" is a wonderful eclectic mix that "swings" East & West with a definite uniting of her Rock-a-Billy style to the Texas Swing music she has fallen in love with. The CD demonstrates not only her versatility as a singer but also the musician, as the Swing Queen “swings” on several different instruments: bass & piano, as usual; drums; bari sax; organ; banjo; clarinet & whistles on "Walkin' my Baby Back Home".
Known for her Rock-a-Billy piano style Kelli recorded with a couple of Rock-a-Billy legends, “Groovy” Joe Poovey & “Mr. Action” Roy Moss. Both R&B legends, Carl Perkins and Roy Moss took notice of Kelli’s unique piano style and tagged her, "the Queen of Swing," now a registered trademark. With a pulse driving right hand rhythm and gyrating piano rock-a-billy leads coupled with an unsurpassed left hand walking bassline, Kelli calls her signature piano style, "Swing-a-Billy" which “swings“ in the truest definition of the word.
The CD was in the top 10 charting a couple of top 10 hits and Kelli was the only Female Nominated for RMA's Artist of the Year. She also was Nominated for AWA's Female Artist of the Year, the Will Rogers Award.
15.00 $
Swing Like That
Kelli’s first Texas Swing CD, “Swing Like That topped the charts at #6 and her own swing tune #2. Due to its popularity, she was inducted into the Western Swing Hall of Fame. A few years later, Kelli wrote / recorded “Don’t Mess With Texas” for the Texas Department of Transportation, which topped the #ONE spot on charts around the world inwhich Kelli was Nominated for Female Artist of the Year by the Academy of Western Artist. She recorded Public Service Announcements for the states litter campaign.
Kelli’s first Texas Swing CD, “Swing Like That topped the charts at #6 and her own swing tune #2. Due to its popularity, she was inducted into the Western Swing Hall of Fame. A few years later, Kelli wrote / recorded “Don’t Mess With Texas” for the Texas Department of Transportation, which topped the #ONE spot on charts around the world inwhich Kelli was Nominated for Female Artist of the Year by the Academy of Western Artist. She recorded Public Service Announcements for the states litter campaign.
15.00 $
I Wouldn't Go ...
2011, is a very important year as far as events in America’s history. The 10th anniversary of September 11th, and … it marks the 70th year since the bombing of Pearl Harbor, December 7th, 1941.
I wrote the poem, “I Wouldn’t go …” as my way of saying thank to; not only to my father, Seaman 3rd Class Robert Johnson apart of the “Greatest Generation” but to all of the men & women who continue to protect our freedom today.
The song heard in the background, ”Stand Up for the U.S.A.“ was written several years before the obscene act of September 11th, 2001. Also a gift to my Dad was first included on the “Blues to Me!“ CD. I consider 911 to be one of the “bluest” days in America’s history. The version heard behind the recitation is from her award winning CD, “Swings & Sings”.
The song has received rave revues by D.J.’s all across America with their comments declaring it a,
“powerful piece of music.”
Hall of Fame D.J., Mike Gross proclaimed it,
“… the unofficial anthem of the 21st Century.”
And although not nominated, it was on the Grammy voting list for “Best Country Song”.
Chuck Conrad, KZQX was so impressed with the recitation that he personally solicited radio stations all across the country to include it as apart of their dedication on December 7th. 2007. With the world; literally, available with the click of the mouse, Chuck sent MP3’s to every affiliate station. He too, feels that those who give and gave all to protect our shores should never, ever be forgotten.
I offer this recitation with my deepest gratitude, love and respect to the Greatest Generation and to the troops who are protecting us now and their families.
Because … I promise, if it were left to me,
2011, is a very important year as far as events in America’s history. The 10th anniversary of September 11th, and … it marks the 70th year since the bombing of Pearl Harbor, December 7th, 1941.
I wrote the poem, “I Wouldn’t go …” as my way of saying thank to; not only to my father, Seaman 3rd Class Robert Johnson apart of the “Greatest Generation” but to all of the men & women who continue to protect our freedom today.
The song heard in the background, ”Stand Up for the U.S.A.“ was written several years before the obscene act of September 11th, 2001. Also a gift to my Dad was first included on the “Blues to Me!“ CD. I consider 911 to be one of the “bluest” days in America’s history. The version heard behind the recitation is from her award winning CD, “Swings & Sings”.
The song has received rave revues by D.J.’s all across America with their comments declaring it a,
“powerful piece of music.”
Hall of Fame D.J., Mike Gross proclaimed it,
“… the unofficial anthem of the 21st Century.”
And although not nominated, it was on the Grammy voting list for “Best Country Song”.
Chuck Conrad, KZQX was so impressed with the recitation that he personally solicited radio stations all across the country to include it as apart of their dedication on December 7th. 2007. With the world; literally, available with the click of the mouse, Chuck sent MP3’s to every affiliate station. He too, feels that those who give and gave all to protect our shores should never, ever be forgotten.
I offer this recitation with my deepest gratitude, love and respect to the Greatest Generation and to the troops who are protecting us now and their families.
Because … I promise, if it were left to me,
15.00 $