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Shelly Phelps

About Me

Shelly Phelps defines versatility with elements of rock, r&b, soul, and jazz. She honors old school influences and classic singer-songwriters with a unique perspective. Phelps’ gripping and earthy lyrics touch on the intricacies of relationships, take a passionate stand on social issues, and articulate a preference for living an authentic life.Known for her passionate, smoky vocals, Phelps is a notable element of the Oklahoma City music scene. She is currently writing and recording a new CD project, expected to release early 2009.
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Member Since: 22/03/2005
Band Website: www.shellyphelps.com
Band Members: Shelly Phelps is a solo artists and has worked with many of Oklahoma's finest musician's. "Girl on the Wire" was recorded with Rob Vollmar (Lead Guitar) Warren Roach (Bass Guitar) and Erol Coulter (Drums) and Ryan Jones (keyboards)
Influences: Old soul, relationships gone to hell, relationships that survived hell, secrets, truth, those we can't live without, those we would rather forget, authenticity, tolerance, diversity, life, death, sex, opportunity, and the human condition.
Bonnie Raitt, Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, Ella Fitzgerald, Tina Turner, Stevie Wonder, Dusty Springfield, Billie Holiday, Lenny Kravitz, Ray Charles, Otis Redding, Karen Carpenter, Sade, music our parents listened to, music of our youth, music that hasn't been made yet
Sounds Like: An after-hours cocktail of sultry rock, fervent rhythm and blues and unrepentant soulfulness.
Distinctive, smoky vocals, genuine soulfulness, and gutsy bravado alongside a rock solid rhythm section, scorching jazz chords, and sophisticated blues-drenched guitar riffs.
Record Label: Shelinator Music
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Shelly Phelps Newsletter: November 2008

Dear friends and fans from near and far,   After some downtime this spring and summer, I wanted to shout HELLO and let you know what's going on in my world and hope to hear some replies about wh...
Posted by on Wed, 05 Nov 2008 21:47:00 GMT

This makes me happy and sad all at once

Two of my favorites -it doesn't get any better than this!
Posted by on Fri, 25 Jan 2008 19:15:00 GMT

Girlie Show Interview at OklaTravelNet (featuring Shelly and Rob)

Hey Dudes and Dudettes, OklaTravelNet will interview the organizers of The Girlie Show and they have invited us to come along and perform a song to help promote the Girlie Show this weekend. OklaTrave...
Posted by on Tue, 09 Oct 2007 17:41:00 GMT

Shelly and Rob To Perform Live in KGOU Studios

Tune in to KGOU 105.7/106.3  this Sunday, from 1 - 4 p.m. to hear Shelly and Rob perform for a special Weekend Blues! The one and only "Hardluck" Jim Johnson will host some of OKC's best blu...
Posted by on Thu, 12 Apr 2007 03:54:00 GMT

Technology is Magical

Through the magic of modern technology (and with a little help from our beloved CDBaby and Snocap) we are now set up to sell our mp3's directly to you from myspace for just .99 each! Did I mention ho...
Posted by on Sun, 08 Apr 2007 22:09:00 GMT

Red and Blue Shows!!!!!

This week we will play two of our favorite Oklahoma City venues and it just won't be the same without you there with us  . . . . . Check out our myspace calendar for more details!! Wedn...
Posted by on Sun, 08 Apr 2007 08:42:00 GMT

The Shelly Phelps Band at Take Back The Night Rally - April 1

Join The Shelly Phelps Band at the Take Back The Night Rally on Sunday, April 1, 2007 at The Oklahoma State Capital Complex. The rally starts at 3:00 p.m. and the march starts at 6:00 p.m. We'll play ...
Posted by on Wed, 28 Mar 2007 15:28:00 GMT

Shelinator On-Line (March, 2006)

Shelinator On-Line"A Somewhat Monthly Newsletter From The Shelly Phelps Band"   "Fiery Soul Rock Fused with Rhythm and Blues and Groove-Oriented Confessions"   In This Issue:   -KGOU We...
Posted by on Thu, 23 Mar 2006 19:33:00 GMT

Shelinator On-Line (February 2006

Shelinator On-Line"A Newsletter from The Shelly Phelps Band""Fiery Soul Rock Fused with Rhythm and Blues and Groove-Oriented Confessions" Free CD Offer (Limited Time!) Here's how it works. Encourage, ...
Posted by on Thu, 09 Feb 2006 19:13:00 GMT

Welcome! Tell Us Who/What We Sound Like!!

Welcome to my Blog! Theres lots of blogs out there, so thanks for taking the time to check out mine!! Ill be posting weekly so please check back often or better yet, subscribe . Rob Vollmar (Lead Gu...
Posted by on Thu, 29 Dec 2005 09:57:00 GMT