The Ace Burpee Show presents Kelly Bado as our Local Artist of the Month for July!
Weaving in influences from her African heritage, la chanson française, and American gospel, Kelly Bado’s songwriting reflects the beauty of the languages and rhythms encountered in her personal journey from Abidjan to Winnipeg. Through lyrics inspired by her love for people, Kelly’s music crosses cultural barriers and commits to promoting a world where we come together in unity, each bringing our unique strengths to life's common experience.
Her striking vocals and uplifting melodies have earned her numerous awards, most recently, three Trille Or Award nominations - People’s Choice, Breakthrough, and Solo Artist of the Year. In 2021 she won Francophone and Global Artist of the Year at the WCMAs, and the Art and Culture Award at the Black and Proud Gala in 2024.
Kelly has shared stages with Alessia Cara, Serena Ryder, Walk Off the Earth and 5-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo. She was a favourite in La Voix Quebec, winning the People’s Choice award, and endorsed by Sir Paul McCartney after hearing Kelly’s duet of “Let It Be" on the show.
Returning to the scene, Kelly is thrilled to showcase her best work yet, presenting songs from her upcoming French LP (May 2025), followed by an English LP (2026).
Learn more about Kelly Bado https://www.kellybado.com/
Stream Kelly Bado
https://www.youtube.com/@KellyBado
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4pdErC5mMfPEADKzJcxW7o?si=a16M5gprSCWdXOLAEJ-eUA
https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/kelly-bado/834416176
Follow Kelly Bado on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kellybado
Music from Kelly Bado will be featured on the Ace Burpee Show on each Friday in July, tune in!