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Nick Kellie
- Male
- Franklin, TN
- United States
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Nick Kellie commented on Bret Teegarden's group Educators"Guitarist Magazine (UK) - "Nick is a torch bearer for a new generation of innovative guitarists - his playing is a creative synergy of players such as Holdsworth and McClaughlin. He is an experienced and innovative guitar teacher, having taught…"
Nick Kellie commented on Bret Teegarden's group Studio/Live Musicians"hey guys.... great to be on board!"
Nick Kellie left a comment for Rich "Grooveboy" Redmond"Hey Rich - thanks very much for the add... love your playing !
Nick"
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- Occupation:
- Guitarist/performer/composer
- About Me:
- I am a guitarist who is looking for a road gig, session work and any other interesting projects.
Here's a brief Biography:
Nick was awarded the BBC Big Band Jazz awards “John Dankworth trophy for outstanding young soloist” and recorded a special show for BBC radio 2. He was invited to become a member of the Wigan Jazz Orchestra, and has played as part of the Wigan International Jazz Festival. He has played extensive gigs which include accompaniment, reading, soloing as well as styles ranging from Soul, R&B, Blues, Rock and Jazz in locations such as London, Norway, Germany and Greece.
Nick, with his professional approach towards music, brings enthusiasm and musicality to every project he is involved with. As well as being a guitarist Nick is also a fine vocalist and can sing lead vocals as well as backing vocals.
In London Nick has been involved with many projects such as Fresh Claim, which features Nick on guitar, and Jon Plotel on Bass (Billy Ocean, The Real Thing) and Vanessa Haynes band featuring members of Jeff Beck group, Eric Clapton’s Band and Allan Holdsworth’s Band. For a time Nick resided in Nashville TN where he played with many local musicians. In addition he also played in a Jazz Fusion band named “Shammah”, with whom he has recorded an album.
Most recently Nick was signed to Digital Nations - part of Steve Vai’s record label and has recorded an album entitled “For A Brother” with his band “Nick Kellie Band”. Upon hearing the album, Steve contacted Nick with regard to a release on his own label. It has been released in the USA, Europe and Asia. As well as this, Nick is also an endorsee of Elixir guitar strings, which are world-renowned.
Nick Also contributed to around 21 issues of Europe's biggest selling guitar magazine - "Total Guitar" in his series of articles, "Techniques of the rich and famous" and "Steal their style".
- Website:
- http://www.nickkellie.com
- Number of years working in Nashville area:
- 1
- Number of years in the music business:
- 15
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