Dean Kelechi Nwokocha better known by his stage name DeanKelly, is a Nigerian-American singer-songwriter who was born in Newark, NJ. He is currently based in Austin, TX.
His artistically imaginative, creative and versatile musical style is influenced by Afrobeat, R&B, Funk & Pop music but with a Nigerian heritage. Thanks to his parents, DeanKelly also has roots in Imo state, Nigeria which also influenced his music thereby letting him tap into highlife and also infused the genre in his sound.
He is currently signed under the record label R.E.D. (Real Entertainment Denominations) and have a partnership deal with Sony Music The Orchard, and Eric B Music Group (EBMG in Los Angeles). His state of origin is Imo state.
Origin
Newark, NJ
Based In
Austin, TX
Genre
Afrobeat, R&B, Funk, Pop
Label
R.E.D. / Sony Music

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DeanKelly — Austin, TX

Varsity Shoot

Press Feature — The Guardian Nigeria

Studio Portrait

Promotional Shoot

Outdoor Portrait — The Sun Nigeria

Fashion Shoot

Editorial — The Nation