Location Warren, OH

Last Login 03/31/2009

Website http://www.thekellysmusic.com

Bio
The band that would soon become known as The Kellys began its formation in Warren, Ohio, late 2003. After solidifying a talented nucleus and a loyal fan base through the independent release of two albums and a multitude of live shows, The Kellys wasted little time in propelling themselves to the forefront of the Youngstown music scene.

By blending the powerful vocals of lead singer Kelly McCracken with the guitar stylings of Joel DeGenova and the explosive rhythm section consisting of Moe Angelo (bass) and Matt Holko (drums), The Kellys have developed a reputation for high energy, emotionally charged live performances. It's been said that The Kellys have "already patented a sound that’s close to what the Cars and Weezer might have cooked up together during a weekend in Jamaica," and that "they 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, in 2004.

*Won third place in the National Round of Jillians' Roots of Rock Band Battle in Memphis, TN in June 2005.

*Founded ruKus records, inc. and released second album, On the World Tour (with distribution in 15 Best Buy stores in NE Ohio, and online at iTunes, Napster, Rhapsody and many more), in 2006.

*Won second place in Guitar Center and House of Blues' Project Rockstar with two performances at House of Blues Cleveland in August 2006.

*Obtained airplay at over 200 CMJ radio stations in late summer of 2006, and nearly 100 different podcasts and internet radio stations from all over the world, including ichannelmusic.com, which syndicated to HD Radio in six major markets on March 1, 2007.

*Showcased at Midpoint Music Festival in Cincinnati in September 2006.

*Had three songs from On the World Tour licensed to and used by MTV in the 2007 season of Next.

*Performed three original songs, arranged for and backed by, a 30-piece orchestra in August of 2007.

*Founded, organized and successfully hosted ruKus - the festival, an independent music and arts festival in Warren, Ohio, in 2007 and 2008.

*Featured in many press outlets including: The Cleveland Plain Dealer, The Warren Tribune, The Youngstown Vindicator, The Walruss! (Youngstown), Cleveland Scene Magazine, 92.3 KROCK Cleveland, Rock104 (103.9) Youngstown, Featured Artist on ListenerStation.com, The A&R Registry, and more.

Members Kelly McCracken - Lead Vocals
Moe Angelo - Bass, Harmonies
Joel DeGenova - Bass, Harmonies
Matt Holko - Drums

Label ruKus records

Genre Rock/Powerpop