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Meet KELS, the stage name of Kelsey Hillock, a rising voice in jazz-influenced neo-soul and R&B. Drawing from the legacies of Sarah Vaughan, Etta James, Amy Winehouse, and Lauryn Hill, KELS blends classic vocal warmth with contemporary mood and groove. Born in a scene that cherishes live performance, she has built a reputation for intimate, real-time connection with audiences and a distinctive vocal persona that resonates across genres.