Clare Kelly

Leeds born artist Clare Kelly is a storytelling singer-songwriter with a distinguishable sound.

Having spent a considerable amount of time travelling and performing overseas, Clare has many stories to tell through her emotive and often brutally honest lyrics. For as long as Clare can recall, she has been inspired by the ocean and aquatic creatures. Now, Clare Kelly aims to offer something unique with her soothing 'mer-folk' music, backed by her all female band (the “Mermaids”).

Currently based in South East London, Clare has received praise from UK television and radio outlets including BBC Introducing, Made In Leeds and Get In Her Ears following the release of a handful of stunning singles.

Clare's new single 'Criminal' will be out on 28 October ahead of a seven track EP in early 2022.

‘Drenched in so much wit and cynical humour it suits me down to a tee...she went down an absolute
storm, she's a real good talent - just her, one guitar, one voice and an exceptional repertoire of lyrics’
‘...it’s what it’s all about, It makes you feel like it’s either about you or things that you’ve experienced in the past’
(BBC Introducing North Yorkshire – Jericho Keys)
‘The audience fell silent, in complete awe of her ability, mesmeric voice and dreamy guitar tones. Each
track comprises of emotive and deeply personal lyrics, these emotions and feelings are expertly
portrayed in the vocals.’ (Counterfeit Magazine)