Kel-Anne was born in Cessnock NSW Australia, into a musical
family. At the age of 2 Kel-Anne, with her mother and
grandparents moved to the Regional town of Orange. It was there
that she made her stage debut at 3 years old. This was also the
beginning of her TV work appearing in Commercials at channel 8
in Orange.
Kel-Anne’s teenage years were spent in Sydney NSW where she
performed in many shows. After leaving school, she moved to
Newcastle NSW where she studied singing at the Newcastle
Conservatorium of Music. Kel-Anne also appeared on NBN Channel 3
in Newcastle, Singing and performing in TV commercials.
An opportunity
arose a few years later where she became one of the Singing
Teachers at the “Johnny Young Talent School” in Newcastle.
In 1991
Kel-Anne moved back to Sydney to further her Singing Career.
In 1993
Kel-Anne re-married. Things were looking great, when in
1997 whilst juggling family, a day job and a Singing Career
she found herself faced with a life threatening condition. This
made her realize that this was the time to make her career a
success and to follow her dreams. She gave up her day job and
with the help of great Doctors and Surgeons she was able to
pursue her dreams.
Since 1997 Kel-Anne has recorded one promotional
Album two EP’s plus one Commercial Album.
In 2001 the single “Somewhere Between Love and Leavin’”
became a Top 30 Hit. This was produced by Clive Lendich, who has
also produced hits for Artists such as the Robertson Brothers.
In 2002 the Video clip of “Somewhere Between Love And
Leavin’” launched
Kel-Anne’s many performances on “Good Morning Australia” with
Bert Newton.
2002
nominated for
TIARA
Female Vocal
Awards
In 2002 Kel-Anne was introduced to the
Legendary American Producer John Beland, who then later that
year Produced her Album “I’m Into Something Good”. John brought
Brian Cadd in to sing a Duet with
Kel-Anne on the Album. The first single to be released was
‘Rodeo Eyes”.
In 2003 “Rodeo Eyes” became a Top 10 Hit on the National
Country Charts and a Top 30 Hit on the Worldwide Mainstream
Chart.
In 2003 Kel-Anne was nominated for the 28th
Annual ‘Mo’ Awards for “Female Country Performer of the Year”
along with Kasey Chambers and Beccy Cole.
Also in 2003 Kel-Anne was nominated for
“Country Female Performer” in the 6th Annual Ace
Awards.
In 2004 the Prime TV Show “Little Bit Of Country”
featured a live performance of Kel-Anne in Victoria.
Also in 2004 Kel-Anne was honoured to be
asked to perform at the Prestigious Victorian Country Music
Awards along with Artists such as Troy Casser-Daly.
In 2005 due to International popularity Kel-Anne
signed a Distribution only Deal with “Statue Records” in Los
Angeles for the Album “I’m Into Something Good”. Plus a retail
Distribution deal with “Tower Records” throughout the USA.
December
2005 Kel-Anne was Nominated again in the 30th
Annual ‘Mo’ Awards for “Female Country Performer of the Year”
with a “Certificate of Excellence in Live Performance” signed by
Tommy Tycho.
At 4ft 11”
she is often nicknamed the “Pocket Rocket” or “Little Dynamo” as
it always amazes audiences the power and energy that exudes from
such a small little lady.
It is said,
”Kel-Anne has a dynamic stage presence, with a remarkably
powerful and beautiful voice and the ability to sing anything,
she is truly a Versatile Entertainer”.
FOR BOOKINGS AND
INFORMATION CONTACT:
KEL-ANNE
BRANDT
PH: 0418 161
362
EMAIL:
Kel-AnneBrandt@bigpond.com
WEB:
http://www.shownet.com.au/brandt.html
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