About Me
I'm having a hard time keeping up with all the emails, I really appreciate your patience! I do what I can, but also have to attend to practicing, booking, promoting, recording, writing songs, the list is on and on. I do try to read everything and I'll reply as much as I can. Thank you so much for your support!
To purchase Sage's CD, click on above button or go to http://www.sagekeffer.com, then to Merchandise or http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/keffer (paste the address into your browser) There is a list of physical stores at the bottom of this page where my CDs are also sold.
NEW BIO
Quite often, I get asked where I got my name. My parents gave it to me. People often give me a funny look when I tell them this, but it’s true. I was born out in the western part of the US, due to privacy reasons I think I’ll refrain from saying exactly where. But my Mom and Dad were thinking of names that they might give me as they drove through the southwest. As they gazed across the landscape, all they saw were sagebrush and yucca plants. Fortunately, I was given the name Sage. My sister, however, was not so lucky.
So, why is my last name pronounced Keefer, but spelled Keffer? Well, my great grandfather on my Dad’s side was a bit of an outlaw. My family won’t discuss much of this history, but I have received a few facts. My great Granddad apparently liked to… shall we say, “trade horses†and changed the last name of the family at least once. It started out as Rufing; I think that was the spelling. I guess he was in a hurry moving the family to another town in the middle of the night and may not have had the chance to consider spelling. He also spent time on a little island called Alcatraz. True story. His son, my Granddad, had to start working to support the family after receiving only an 8th grade education. He fought on Omaha beach (remember “Saving Private Ryanâ€? he was there) and received many medals for his service during WWII. After that, he came back, married my Grandma and eloped out west (Grandma’s Dad didn’t like him much, even fired a shotgun to “motivate†him to leave the property.) to Wyoming from Virginia. He and my Grandma started a horse trailer business literally building them from the ground up and had one of the most successful trailer sales businesses in the west. His passion was horses and showed Appaloosas. He raised a few national champions. That passion was passed on to my Dad who became a large and small animal veterinarian. My other Granddad, on my Mom’s side, was Head of Clinics at Colorado State University and was the world’s foremost expert on lameness in horses. In fact, he wrote the book. “Adam’s Lameness in Horses†by Dr. Bob Adams is still one of the main textbooks used in veterinary schools today. He traveled the world giving lectures on surgery and doing research. That is how my Mom met my Dad, because he was taught by my Granddad. My Granddad also was instrumental in starting the veterinary college in Nairobi, Kenya. So, as a little girl, my Mom, her brother, sister and Mom lived in Kenya. She was eight. But we like to say she was ate in Africa. Hearing all the stories of Africa growing up and seeing all the slides, made me want to go there someday. So, I set some goals to make some money while in college and off I went. I camped with fellow college students and went for a weeklong safari in Tanzania, climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro, clear to up to the Uhuru peak (19,343 ft.) and went on a safari in Uganda. I kept telling myself that if I couldn’t climb Kilimanjaro, how could I make it in Nashville? So, I had plenty of motivation to reach the peak. The people and landscape are overwhelmingly beautiful in east Africa. It was one of the best months of my life. I’ve never experienced such danger, adventure and beauty all in one place. I can’t wait to return and explore more. Continuing with pursuing my dreams, I left Colorado and set out for Nashville to follow my lifelong dream of becoming a country music singer. I didn’t know a soul, just me and my truck and a little “Foldin’ Money†(one of the songs on my CD) to carry me for a few months. One of the scarier things I’ve done for sure. An ex-girlfriend had told me she had a friend in Nashville that had a construction business and that I could contact him. He let me stay if I worked for him. So, I met my first friend in Nashville in her bathroom. Not as romantic as it sounds because I was knocking her bathtub out of the floor with a sledgehammer. But she still likes to say she met me in her bathroom. Ha! Since then, I’ve been busting my you know what playing out, writing, and knocking down doors being the best recording artist I can be. I’ve been tremendously blessed by wonderful friends I’ve made here in Nashville. They have helped me a tremendous amount and I would not be anywhere today without them. One of my best friends is the incredibly talented Matt Rovey, who I made my CD, “Rules of the Game†with. He has believed in me from the start, even though it took us 3 YEARS to make my CD. Folks, it isn’t easy to “make itâ€, but I’ve never stopped pursuing something just because it was hard. I appreciate you reading this and taking an interest in my music and hope you enjoy it. I can’t tell you how much I enjoy making it and performing for you all. Hope to see you down the road.
DISClaimer- Music Row Magazine
Robert K. Oermann Review:
"Sage Keffer is the DisCovery Award winner today. Some major label should give him a contract, take the eight sides on Rules of the Game as is and give him and his most worthy producer Matt Rovey a bunch of money to add four more tracks. Take my word for it, this guy has a got a boatload of talent to back up his good looks.
SAGE KEFFER/I Said I Love You (www.sagekeffer.com)
I first encountered this guy in Kansas City when I was on the road judging for Nashville Star. I told him Id be interested in hearing more from him. Guess what? Hes moved to Nashville and made a CD. Titled Rules of the Game, it is simply splendid, way better than most major-label products. As I remembered, he is a singer with immense heart. It turns out that hes a heck of a song selector, too. Every track here is a little gem, but his performance on this deliciously melodic toe-tapper is especially swell. The production carries you along like a perfect wave. Also check out his ballad showcase All I Want, his reworking of the 1934 swing chestnut Ill String Along with You and his tender cover of Neil Diamonds Hello Again." -Robert K. Oermann
"The next performer on Western Beat has many gifts. God has been good to this boy. Hes good looking, hes talented, he can sing, hes got it all goin on. And hes one heck of a nice guy. Ive known this gentleman for many years. its always a pleasure to have him on our show. If this guy doesnt have all the necessary ingredients for stardom, then I dont know anything about music. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome back to Western Beat, Sage Keffer!" -Billy Block, Western Beat Show August 22, 2006
Recent Awards and Important Past & Upcoming Performances-
2007 Headlining “Country Nights†Festival, Bern, Switzerland Nov. 3rd
2007 Headlined “Mr. Banjo Country Music Festival†Terrassa, Spain
2007 CMA Music Festival (Fan Fair) June 7th through 10th
2007 Dukesfest, Nashville, TN
2006 Winner Colorado State, Regional Finalist Colgate Country Showdown
2006 Billy Block's Western Beat Show at 12th & Porter, Nashville Aug. 22nd
2006 Cheyenne Frontier Days July 24th (World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo) & National Anthem for PBR Finals @ CFD
2006 CMA Music Festival (Fan Fair) June 8th through 11th
2006 Tin Pan South Performer (benefiting Nashville Songwriters Assoc. International)
2006 Multiple State Regional Finalist Nashville Star Season IV USA Network
2005 State Level Winner of Texas, Colgate Country Showdown
2005 Cheyenne Frontier Days July 23-27th, 29, 30th (World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo) & National Anthem for PBR Finals @ CFD
2005 CMA Music Festival (Fan Fair) June 9th
2005 Tin Pan South Performer (benefiting Nashville Songwriters Assoc. International)
2004 Billy Block's Western Beat Show at the Exit/ In, Nashville Oct. 12
2004 Won Lewisburg, TN & Fredericksburg, TX Colgate Country Showdown
2004 Kentucky Stampede in Sparta, KY
2004 Won “Nashville Future Star†Music City Motorcade 1st Annual Contest
2004 Tin Pan South Performer (benefiting Nashville Songwriters Assoc. International)
2004 BMI Showcase at the Trap, Nashville, TN
2004 Multiple State Regional Finalist Nashville Star Season II USA Network
2003 Recorded Backup Vocals for James Brown’s band, “Funk Masters†CD
2003 Winner Kentucky State, Regional Finalist Colgate Country Showdown
2003 Disc Makers IMWS Top 100 Artists in Southeast, determined by TAXI
2003 Tin Pan South Performer (benefiting Nashville Songwriters Assoc. International)
2003 Multiple State Regional Finalist Nashville Star Season I USA Network
2002 Winner Cheyenne, WY Colgate Country Showdown
2002 Winner Nashville, TN Colgate Country Showdown
2002 Regional Finalist Star Search CBS Network
Biography:
Sage Keffer is one of the most charismatic recording artists coming out of Nashville today. Pushing the limits of stage presence, his voice is equally capable of gripping your heart with its gravely texture or melting it with its sensual smoothness. His songs of real life weave emotionally charged lyrics through interesting melodies.
Born in Santa Fe, NM and raised on the Colorado-Wyoming border, Sage grew up performing landing him a voice scholarship at Denvers prestigious Lamont School of Music. However, his heart was in country music and after receiving his degree in Psychology, he moved to Nashville to pursue his passion. Sages sound not only earns the respect of grizzled cowboys, but also appeals to people of all ages transcending music genres.
With God-given charisma, smarts and talent, Sage grew up hiking and fishing his way through the great outdoors of northern Colorado. The fresh air, crisp weather and the beauty of the land were woven into the canvas of his life. Sage was far from home when he experienced a peak moment in his lifetime of climbing. While in college, he had the opportunity to visit East Africa, where he scaled Mt. Kilimanjaro. This journey was particularly meaningful because his grandfather, an accomplished veterinarian, had worked and studied in Africa for a few years. For Sage, this personal dream come true was following in the footsteps of the highest order.
Sage made it to the Nashville Star Regionals (the final stage of selection for the TV show) the 1st, 2nd AND 4th seasons and the Regionals in the Colgate Country Showdown. He competes in all possible areas of the Colgate Country Showdown to develop a rapport with radio stations involved on a national level, which has worked well. Many stations have provided him airplay and radio interviews.
Sage understands the work necessary to be a successful artist and is willing to follow through. He has the work ethic, persistence, integrity, organization, people skills, and a voice that sounds like no other. Most importantly, Sage has that extra spark, the stage presence, charisma and character required to stand out as an artist.
These fine stores carry Sage's CD:
Depot Plaza Museum in Cheyenne, WY
Old West Museum at Frontier Park, Cheyenne, WY
Barnes & Noble Bookstore, 1701 Mallory Lane, Cool Springs, TN
Borders Bookstore, Franklin and Clarksville, TN
Tower Records, 2400 West End & Opry Mills locations- Nashville, TN (Tower is going bankrupt and are refusing to pay me, so I guess don't there)
Finest Records and Tapes, Fort Collins and Greeley, CO
Little America Hotel and Resort, Cheyenne, WY
Blue Valley Animal Hospital, 16200 Metcalf, Stilwell, KS
