Nellie McKay Biography
Birth Name: Nell Marie McKay
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Birth Place: Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
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Years Active: 2002-present
Genres: Rock, Pop, Jazz
Born: NULL
Birth Place: Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
Died: NULL
Years Active: 2002-present
Genres: Rock, Pop, Jazz
Nellie McKay (born Nell Marie McKay on 13 April 1982
) is an English-born American singer-songwriter, actress, and former stand-up comedienne, noted for her critically acclaimed debut album ''Get Away from Me'' and for her Broadway debut in ''The Threepenny Opera'' (2006), for which she won a Theatre World Award.
Her music has showcased different genres, from jazz to rap and disco to funk. Her eclectic style and sharp lyrics distinguish her as an original voice. Her songs sometimes have a political tinge; she is a vocal feminist, and wrote a satirical song relating to feminist issues called "Mother of Pearl". McKay also "is a proud member of PETA" (album notes), wrote a song ("Columbia Is Bleeding") dealing with the issue of Columbia University's cruelty to animals, and ("John John") about her feelings in favor of political candidate Ralph Nader as well as performing concerts as benefits for WBAI.
) is an English-born American singer-songwriter, actress, and former stand-up comedienne, noted for her critically acclaimed debut album ''Get Away from Me'' and for her Broadway debut in ''The Threepenny Opera'' (2006), for which she won a Theatre World Award.
Her music has showcased different genres, from jazz to rap and disco to funk. Her eclectic style and sharp lyrics distinguish her as an original voice. Her songs sometimes have a political tinge; she is a vocal feminist, and wrote a satirical song relating to feminist issues called "Mother of Pearl". McKay also "is a proud member of PETA" (album notes), wrote a song ("Columbia Is Bleeding") dealing with the issue of Columbia University's cruelty to animals, and ("John John") about her feelings in favor of political candidate Ralph Nader as well as performing concerts as benefits for WBAI.
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