About the Artist/Ensemble

Akeylah Simone, from Hampton Roads, VA is just getting her feet wet as a singer, songwriter, and now recording artist. In just her first two years of releasing original music, she’s landed 4 songs on the Grammy Ballot and voted Encore’s 2021 Best Solo Artist. She was most recently voted ISSA’s 2022 Female Rising Star. She’s also had numerous nominations across various publications including Best New Artist (Soul Tracks Reader’s Choice Awards,) and Song of the Year & Best R&B/ Soul (Veer Awards.) While she has been singing and performing since her first time on stage at an elementary school talent contest, and frequenting many stages with her dad, Bobby Blackhat, over the past 10 years… she has spent this past year focusing on performing her own original music all over including festivals, award shows, clubs and private events.

Concert/Performance Description

Akeylah Simone delivers a stunning performance by fusing genres from Rock, R&B, Pop & Jazz in an eclectic set of original music.  Her sultry, soulful vocals are effective in keeping her audience engaged. Akeylah Simone’s team puts together a band of professional musicians specific to the needs of each booking and market. Each performance is choreographed specific to the venue and audience.

Fees

Rates: Up to 2 hours
Duo: $750
Trio: $1000
Full band:
$2200 with sound provided by venue
$2600 with sound provided by band