Hometown: Portland, TN
Label: unsigned
Management: Lance Christopher Watkins, We the New Talent
Website: kaeliannemoriah.com
Sounds Like: Francesca Battistelli, Third Day, Jimmy Needham, hillsong united, David Crowder Band
Genre: Christian/Gospel
Kaeli ANNE Moriah’s sound is pop/rock with its southern roots showing.
Her vocals are like a blend of Mac Powel from Third Day and Tanya Tucker.
Kaeli-Anne grew up in the Church and at Nashville Songwriter events with the sounds of country and rock instruments all around her.
Furthermore, her life and music have been indelibly marked by her father's nine year and continuing battle with multiple myeloma, a cancer of the bone and blood.
She smiles as she says, "We fight cancer as a family.
Everything is considered together in prayer.
I was 8 years old when the diagnosis came.
As a child, I found myself having to deal head on with the deeper issues of Faith and fear, living and dying, . . . I have come to believe that the God of the Bible is good and walks with us through it all.
To His praise, It is woven both through the music I write and sing, and the fabric of who I am."
She says, "I’ve been involved in leading worship since I was little, and I also got to grow up right in the middle of the Nashville songwriting community.
In spite of all the medical struggles and treatments, my Parents both spent a lot of time modeling for me the importance of a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ, and teaching me the craft of songwriting.
I started out in Praise & Worship, and it will always be a part of what I do musically.
I love the vertical in the musical equation, but I also love telling stories about life... You know, connecting with people horizontally.
Showing in a song just how real God’s love and grace are.
Maybe helping someone see that God does know their name and cares so much.
Showing them that this Jesus, who I know, is a Saviour like no other."
Vulnerable power, eyes-wide-open purity, disciplined passion, Kaeli Anne is comfortably herself!
Whether it is Praise & Worship or Christian Contemporary Music, Kaeli Anne Moriah writes and sings in a style that is fresh, and just as direct as she is.
Sometimes quirky fun.
Sometimes introspective and powerful.
The seasoned maturity of her voice belies her 20 years.
Earthy brokenness can become notes as fragile as crystal in a moment, and then scorch the air with emotion.
After an intense season of soul searching, it is no surprise that she decided early to make;
loving God and people her passion,
intimately knowing the Creator her pursuit,
and music and prayer her ministry.
If you were to follow her on the quest for her heart's desire, you would find yourself at worship music and intercessory prayer gatherings, house concerts, coffee houses, many different denominational and non-denominational churches, and youth events.
She says, "The Body of Christ is amazing! It's breathtaking in its variety and I love it all."
No matter where you live, be sure and contact Kaeli Anne or her team and find out how you can help bring her to your town! It is simple, cool, and a guaranteed blessing!
And yes, her father is still living and standing in faith for his healing. Kaeli Anne says that he is her favorite co-writer and mentor.
For info on booking simply send her a message on this website or contact Michelle at michelle4songs@yahoo.com
“Kaeli Anne Moriah's unwavering commitment to reach people for God through her music and song writing will inspire you and her message will challenge you. She is truly a beacon of light that can not be hidden. We encourage you to open your heart to Kaeli Anne's ministry. We believe she'll touch the multitudes, for the glory of God! ...and we hope you'll play a part in that process. Young and old alike, your congregation or group will be extremely blessed!”
Lebanon, TN - David and Marty Byram, Founders, Kingdom Stewards International
“The first time Kaeli Anne sang for us at Manna Cafe Ministries, she opened a capella with "Be Thou My Vision" and it went right through me. Her voice is rich, lovely, and unique. It's a great pleasure to have her sing and/or share her unabashed love for Jesus Christ. Kaeli Anne is a delightful person inside and out.”
Clarksville, TN - Victoria York, Co-founder, Manna Cafe Ministries
“With great pleasure, I highly recommend Kaeli Anne Moriah Watkins as both a musician and a minister. She truly has the ability to release the sound of heaven as she sings! I have so often received healing, encouragement and strength as I listened and participated with her as she sings and plays. You will be blessed!!”
Brentwood, TN - Sarah Lowe, South Central National Area Leader, National Day of Prayer TaskForce
“I have been continually impressed with the maturity of Kaeli Anne Moriah's talents as a musician, vocalist and leader. However, more than these obvious gifts, I have been blessed with her mature, humble walk with Jesus Christ.
I have unfailingly found Kaeli Anne to be a quality young woman of personal excellence, integrity, and Christian character. I can wholeheartedly recommend her because of her ambition in serving God and others while growing closer to Him.”
Woodward, OK - Caleb Soles, Minister of Youth and Music, Woodward Church of the Nazarene
“The light of Christ, shines so brightly in and through Kaeli-Anne Moriah, her music, and ministry.Kaeli-Anne truly is a woman after God's own heart, with such a passion to share the gifts and talents God has given her, all for His praise and glory!!! I highly recommend Kaeli-Anne. She will truly be a blessing to you, as she has been and continues to be, to us.”
Bowling Green, KY - William Sutton,Jr., Minister Of Music, New Beginnings Ministries
“The winner on the SuperStar stage for week one was Kaeli-Anne Moriah from Portland. Kaeli-Anne sang an original song she wrote entitled, "In a Freak Show." This was her first time to compete in a contest and she is off to an awesome start! Judging the week one competition were Preshias Tomes-Harris, Brian Mansfield, and Donna Rich.
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Portland Leader