Dive Deeper
Kalayah S. Grant
I am an old soul! I believe age ain't nothing but a number, and all things can be achieved through hard work, dedication, faith, and with God!
35Keys: Artist, Singer, Songwriter, Producer, Musician, Poet, Rapper, Model.
Instruments: Voice, Keys & Bass Guitar
35Keys Genres: Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul, Jazz & Hip-Hip.
Training/Mentors: Jimmy Kay Kendrick, Carl Pinder, Ryan Ellis (U.M. FROST), Marc Douyon (MDC).
Musical Loves/ Influences: Earth, Wind & Fire, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Roy Hargrove, Nina Simone, Alicia Keys, Rachelle Ferrell, D'Angelo and Robert Glasper.
Work
Performed for/with: Rochelle Lightfoot, R.E.Y., LaVie, Vaughn Henry, Ed Raulz, Antonia Jenae, J. Howard, Betty Wright, Dwayne Bennett, Valerie Tyson, Katie Steel, Jay Jones, Jay Onle, Ronnie Vop, Tamkia J, Jo Marie Payton, BigD, Randy McGill, Leesa Richards, Courtney Mickens, Shanna Lee, Deep Fried Funk Band , Cory Jones, Michael E., Juggernaut, CollectiveSistaHood, Floyd Mayweather, Supa Cindy, & many more.
Played at: Sunrise Civic Center, Hollywood Live, Ali Cultural Center, Gigi's Music Cafe, Blue Jeans Cafe, Roots Miami Kava, Red Rooster Overtown, Mocha Cafe, Hardrock Piano Bar, Deep Fried Funk at the Overtown Music Festival, Club D'Vine, University of Miami, Florida Memorial, The Garden, ArtServe, Bgreat, Ginger Bay Cafe, Lauderhill Mall, Nomi Bar & Grill, Studio504, Collective SistaHood, Studio 510, Jordan Groove (Church), True Vine (Church), Faena Miami Beach, ICreate Studios, Aguacate Sanctuary of Love, Thank You Miami, Lincoln Road, SoFar, Sandrell Rivers Theatre, District 2 Meeting, Bill Roedy campaign meetings, Historic Hampton House, Savage Labs, The Gibson Room & many more.
HEY YA'LL...YES IT IS ME ON LINCOLN ROAD, IN FRONT OF PIZZA TUA & T-MOBILE! (HUSTLE GANG)
There is no shame in my game because everything is connected!
From street performing literally outside of my OLD job AKIRA Miami.
I became a cashier in 2023, a stylist/a temp Key Holder in 2024 back to Lead stylist in 2025.
I’ve truly come a long way.
I can honestly say that street performing was never on my radar. Not because it’s beneath me, but because it just wasn’t something I ever thought of! The fear of JUST singing was always something that held me back. I started in November 2022, at 22 years old, and it has turned out to be one of the greatest joys of my life.
Out there on the street, I’ve found my voice, I’ve discovered my "WHY," and, let’s be real...sometimes y’all TIP really well! It’s kept a sista afloat!
Thank you all for supporting me, affirming me, enjoying me, and taking ALL of my business cards!
I WILL NOT GIVE UP. Seeing people dance, smile, and even cry while I perform has completely shifted my perspective on music. It’s helped me stay hopeful, even on days when I feel hopeless. I’m trusting God & my gifts through it all, and soon, you’ll know my name.
(PODCAST) coming...2025