Kelly Zullo at Dogtown

Walking a high wire in the cliche one-man-band category, Zullo breathes fresh air into the concept by using it as a vehicle to support her highly unique and energetic acoustic guitar playing, reminiscent of Michael Hedges or Rodrigo Y Gabriela. Pairing it with her deep philosophically driven songwriting, she plays live drums which she loops, then covers the part of bass by using midi foot pedals while playing complex lead lines over vocals.

In her hometown of Columbus, OH, she was voted 614 Magazine’s “Best Solo Musician” and most recently won the yearlong singer-songwriter contest for the Columbus Songwriter Association. Guitar World Magazine describes her as “An energetic acoustic guitar assault by this skilled, funky speed demon”. Kelly also appeared in the show “Woodchopper’s Ball” at Kent Stage which features 9 of the top acoustic guitarists from around the country.