Julien Aklei | |
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| Born | November 20, 1975 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Genres | Rock, folk rock, country rock, psychedelic folk |
| Occupation | Singer-songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar vocals piano |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Labels | Pink Hyacinth Records |
| Website | julienaklei |
Julien Aklei (born November 20, 1975, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist and artist. [1]
Aklei was raised in Louisville, Kentucky [1] where she graduated as a National Merit Scholar from Kentucky Country Day School in 1994 and went on to the University of Virginia as an Echols Scholar. [2]
The Washington Post referred to Aklei as an "eerie-intriguing singer-songwriter" with a "haunting voice and a strangely tough-vulnerable stage presence." [3]
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.
Julien Aklei recorded and published over 200 songs, which are available as singles released from her website in blog format. [4] [ further explanation needed ]
Aklei is currently running for Delegate in Charleston West Virginia as a Republican. [5]