KJ DENHERT

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KJ Denhert is an NYC-based, award-winning songwriter, guitarist, vocalist and bandleader. An internationally touring artist, KJ’s career spans 40 years, numerous albums, and legions of devoted fans worldwide. Her soulful and smoky vocal stylings are earthy and elegant. Her lyrics embody the romance and poetry of the American Songbook. A child of the 60s, KJ’s music is both a rich tapestry of Urban Folk & Jazz and a reflection of the fiery time of cultural upheaval in which she lived. Echoes of James Taylor, Joni Mitchel, Carole King, Laura Nyro, and Steely Dan’s combine with KJ’s own unique musical voice to create music that is both unique and relevant for today. She has shared stages with artists ranging from Alicia Keys, Roberta Flack and many more. When she’s not touring, KJ has been electrifying crowds with her all-star band via a residency spanning over 23 years at the 55 Bar in New York City’s West Village. Her discography includes over 10 studio albums (including “Destiny” her latest release) and is at work on 3 new original projects set for 2018-19. Learn more about KJ at  kjdenhert.com.


 

Emily Cavanagh

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Born to a large Irish American family in Chicago, Emily Cavanagh is an independent artist based in NYC. Singer/Songwriter, Founder & Performer in places like New York, Chicago and Dublin, Emily has made a career for herself as a singer, often working at the intersection of music & service--gigging, writing, & bringing music to marginalized communities. To date, she has performed or written for refugee communities, individuals facing homelessness & HIV, & seniors with memory loss. In response to the Covid 19 pandemic, Emily launched a music initiative called "A Song for You".... writing, recording & sending original personalized songs to first responders, patients & families hit hardest by the pandemic, primarily those at the end of life. This project has recently grown into its own non-profit & features songs of local, touring, & grammy award winning songwriters. As a writer, Emily's music reflects a throwback sound of the 30's, 40's,& 50's while maintaining a great folk & pop sensibility.