Julien Aklei
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| Born | November 20, 1975 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Genre(s) | Rock Folk rock Country rock Psych Folk |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar Vocals Piano |
| Years active | 2001 - Present |
| Label(s) | Kentucky Records |
| Website | Official website |
Julien Aklei (born November 20, 1975, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist and artist who spent her teen years in Louisville, Kentucky.
The Washington Post referred to Aklei as an "eerie-intriguing singer-songwriter" with a "haunting voice and a strangely tough-vulnerable stage presence."[1]
Her work is characterized by deeply personal and otherworldly lyrics, and an emphasis on her voice over the music. Although she accompanies herself on several different instruments — including piano — her style of electric guitar and vocals are the linchpins of her sound. Aklei has experimented widely with differing music styles, including folk, jazz, rockabilly, and blues throughout a varied career.
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[edit] Early life
Julien Aklei was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Craig and Pamela Douglas. She spent her early years in Louisville, Kentucky.
[edit] Breakthrough as a solo artist
At the peak of a career as a successful artist in Napa Valley she moved to Los Angeles, California to pursue a career in music. She was able to support herself by selling her paintings and spent her days writing songs and building contacts. She moved to Nashville, Tennessee and founded a band.
[edit] Discography
- 2003 We Can Mate With Rabbits
- 2004 I Conquered while still in the Egg
- 2006 Pink Star of the Beautiful Ohio
- 2006 Coffee for My Captain
- 2006 The Odyssey
- 2006 New Friends
- 2007 Fun for Fairies!
