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Joel Kelley

Joel Kelley is an accomplished singer, songwriter and guitarist whose talent and passion for everything music has taken him around the world. Kelley currently plays guitar for the NYC based band, Edisun. The band has been performing for audiences in roughly 20 countries over the course of the past years through AFE Entertainment. Including tours for the U.S. troops in both Afghanistan and Iraq with press in Billboard, Rolling Stone and The New York Post.

In early 2010, edisun was signed to FOF, a subsidiary of EMI and debuted they self-titled album. After three national tours co-headlining with various major artists, their hit single “Medicate,” is climbing up the rock charts and significantly impacting radio nation-wide. "Wide Awake" is the second single on radio as of june 1st 2011. Throughout 2010, edisun was featured on MTV, ESPN and is currently being played on heavy rotation on both Sirius Octane and Music Choice. Additionally, acclaimed sports announcer, Dan Patrick, has heavily endorsed and supported the band through his radio show. All of which have led to countless new fans, rave reviews and endless youtube hits.

Prior to edisun, Kelley was the lead singer and songwriter of the band Hightower. The band was a major hit in the college scene, playing at various Universities throughout the North East. Their catchy riffs landed them tours with major label acts such as Eve 6, Catch 22 and Razzel.

Guitars: Gibson, Fender, Taylor Acoustics, Takemine. Amps: Vox, Marshall, Mesa, Boogie, Fender. Pedals: Dunlop, Boss, MXR, Ernie Ball, Line6, Strings: Ernie Ball, GHS, Martin. Cables: Monster, George L.