Born and raised in Longmont, Colorado located at the foot of the majestic Rocky Mountains, Kelly J. is a huge outdoor enthusiast -- hiking and racing jet skis in the summer and snow skiing in the winter are a few of the hobbies she participates in when not on the road. Kelly J. performed in school choirs and dabbled in school plays. It was after graduation and a dare from a friend that led her to enter a contest at the famed "Grizzly Rose" in Denver where she floored the audience in a "star searches" talent contest. Kelly J. walked away hooked by the rush and applause she received by entertaining the crowd.

After singing with numerous bands and at the prompting of several club owners she decided to start her own five-piece band. They have been traveling over the past two years playing fairs and festivals, clubs and casino lounges, building a loyal fan base and delivering an incredible performance throughout the Mid and Southwest. Kelly J. has been hard at work on her first CD and has released her first single, "If We're Letting Go". Another dream recently became reality when she was asked by Major League Baseball's Colorado Rockies to perform the National Anthem at Coors Field.