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"Writing my life story, one song at a time "

        Born and raised in North Alabama , Kelli Johnson was steeped in a diverse range of influences, from Bluegrass, Country, Gospel, Motown, to Rock and Pop. Her rootsy twang, powerhouse vocals and Award-Winning songwriting, have allowed her to develop that distinctive style that is all her own

      As a Singer Songwriter, Kelli pours her heart and soul into every song she writes. Her music has connected with audiences across the world and has been featured in national TV commercials, independent films, and recordings by popular independent and major label artists alike. 

Her music is a reflection of her personality - authentic, honest, and relatable.

She strives to create music that tells a meaningful story and evokes emotion in listeners.

     

 Kelli has toured as a solo artist, opening for with Bluegrass favorites The Distant Cousins and Sweetwater Road, and as a duo with multi-instrumentalist Barry Waldrep.

Kelli lives just outside Nashville, TN where she continues to write, perform, and coach other creatives.

"Power of a Woman" acoustic version featuring Colbie Caillat!
written by : Drake White, Kelli Johnson, and Lindsey Hinkle

Drake White & Colbie Caillat

"The Optimystic"
written by : Drake White, Kelli Johnson, and Lauren Weintraub

DRAKE WHITE 
Power of A Woman
written by : Drake White, Kelli Johnson, and Lindsey Hinkle

OUT NOW!

Colorful Records

Featured Artist

Kelli is a Featured Artist on Barry Waldrep's Tribute to Tony Rice , and also sings background vocals on tracks featuring Marty Raybon and Vince Gill.

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      Bluegrass instrumentalist and producer Barry Waldrep is releasing a special tribute to bluegrass guitarist Tony Rice. The 21-song project, Barry Waldrep and Friends Celebrate Tony Rice, will be available everywhere on Dec. 24 and features an all-star lineup of bluegrass, Americana, and country royalty.

Among some of the guests on the upcoming project are Rodney Crowell, Jim Lauderdale, Warren Haynes, and Oteil Burbridge, alongside Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Spooner Oldham and Patrick Simmons and country’s Vince Gill and Emmylou Harris.

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CUTS

Drake White - The Optimystic
Drake White - Power of A Woman (Acoustic Version)
Ashton Brooke Gill - Running Out Of Reasons
Judy Paster - The Ride
Drake White _ Colbie Caillet - Power of A Woman
Billy Dawson - Sand in Our Boots
Kristen Merlin - Sugar Rush
Rick Harris - Somebody in  Alabama Loves You
Taylor Austin Dye - Tempt The Devil
Barry Waldrep - Thats What I Call Home
Worth The Wait - Time Well Wasted
Allison Asarch - Want Me Like You Want To
Taylor Austin Dye - Water Me Down
Trace Thompson - Waylon Warned Me
Graham Bramblett - What Do You Do
Billy Dawson - The American Way
The Dryes - I Believe
Billy Dawson -
Olivia Harms - Neon Blue
Judy Paster - My Better Half
Barry Waldrep & Kelli Johnson - Matches
More Than just Your Lovin' - Joe Martin
Barry Waldrep & Kelli Johnson
Worth The Wait - Love You like You're Leavin'
Dusty Leigh - Love You Like You're Leavin'
Love You Like You're Leaving - Jenni Dale
Love Don't Mind - Avenue 65
A Little More Jesus - Brad Ryan
I Feel A Sin - Bailey James
Time Well Wasted - Worth The Wait
Last Love - Jon Mullins
Home To Me - Ericca Latza
Home Wasn't Built in a Day - Todd Tilghman
He Would - Alexa Goldie
Heavenly Morning - Barry Waldrep & Kelli Johnson
Good A It Gets - Allie Colleen
Gentleman Jack - Ava Paige
Good day - Dan Washburn
Billy Dawson
Billy Dawson
Dropped Some Weight - Brittany Moore
Whole World Blind - Nick
Christmas Is Callin ' - The Dryes
You Can't Have My Dog = Drake White
Bless Your Heart - The DRyes
Bitter - Bailey James & Mia Morris
22 - Billy Dawson
The Author - Ashton Brooke Gill
CUTS

Drake White - The Optimystic
written by Kelli Johnson , Lauren Weintraub, and Drake White
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Drake White - Power of A Woman
written by Kelli Johnson , Lindsey Hinkle ,and Drake White

Riley Green - "Alcohol of Fame"
written by Riley Green, Kelli Johnson, and Drake White
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CREATIVE COACHING

ONE-ON-ONE SONGWRITING COACHING

Do you have questions about songwriting, or are you wanting to improve your songwriting?

With over 25 years in the music business, I have learned a lot of "what not to do's" and a lot of proven methods that have

elevated my music to the next level.

In our One-on-one creative coaching sessions I will focus entirely on you. I consider your particular songwriting goals and design a course of action.

Sometimes sessions involve teaching — for example guidance on chord progressions, melody composition, lyrics, or song form. Other times we work entirely on your songs. I help move through obstacles, make tough decisions, consider alternatives, locate and meet needs, and cross the finish line of the songs you most want to write.

Whether you're just beginning, or ready to take your songs to pitch songs and gain artist cuts , the tips and tools that we discuss will help take your craft to the next level!

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OPERATION SONG

 

BRINGING THEM BACK ONE SONG AT A TIME™

Operation Song® empowers veterans, active-duty military members, and their families to tell their stories through the process of songwriting. Those we serve need no musical or writing skills, only a willingness to share their stories and, with the help of professional songwriters, transform them into song.

 

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