KELLY QUINN

LEAD / BKGD VOCALS
PERCUSSION

MICHAEL COBURN

LEAD GUITAR | VOCALS

MICHAEL MORALES

LEAD/RHYTHM GUITAR
VOCALS

CHRIS ELMORE

KEYS | HARP | VOCALS

STEVE JOHNSON

BASS GUITAR

MICHAEL BROWN

DRUMS

ROCKY JETT

SAXOPHONE

KELLY QUINN

LEAD VOCALS | PERCUSSION

MICHAEL COBURN

LEAD GUITAR | VOCALS

MICHAEL MORALES

LEAD/RHYTHM GUITAR | VOCALS

CHRIS ELMORE

KEYS | HARP | VOCALS

STEVE JOHNSON

BASS GUITAR

MICHAEL BROWN

DRUMS

ROCKY JETT

SAXOPHONE

KQBE is a dynamic seven-piece blues rock band, delivering a powerful and soulful sound with a rich blend of instruments, including keyboards, saxophone, harmonica, drums, bass, and two lead guitars. At the forefront is the exceptional Kelly Quinn, whose commanding vocals bring raw emotion and energy to every performance.

Michael Coburn, our lead guitarist, crafts many of our original compositions and infuses our music with a masterful mix of jazz and blues while also providing backing vocals. Complementing his style, Michael Morales delivers a gritty, blues-infused second lead guitar, creating a riveting contrast that defines our signature sound.

Chris Elmore contributes original music and high-energy performances on keyboards, featuring Hammond B3 tones, along with soulful harmonica and lead/backing vocals. Holding down the groove, Steve Johnson provides a rock-solid foundation on bass, seamlessly locking in with our exceptional drummer, Michael Brown, whose rhythm and feel embody the heart of a true soul percussionist. Adding a rich layer of blues decadence, Rocky Jette's dynamic saxophone playing elevates our sound with expressive and captivating melodies.

Leading the charge with unmatched vocal prowess, Kelly Quinn pours her heart into every performance, delivering powerful blues rock ballads and high-energy anthems straight from the soul.

KQBE's repertoire includes both original compositions and a diverse range of blues classics and rock-infused favorites. Our setlist pays tribute to legendary artists such as Aretha Franklin, Susan Tedeschi, Etta James, Trampled Under Foot, Bonnie Raitt, Albert Collins, Sam Cooke, Buddy Guy, Eric Clapton, Eva Cassidy, Tina Turner, and more.

Get ready for a high-energy, soulful blues rock experience that captures the essence of the genre while bringing a fresh, electrifying edge to every performance!

KQBE TEAM & GUEST MUSICIANS

FEEL THE BLUES, LIVE THE GROOVE CATCH US LIVE!

WHERE IT'S HAPPENIN'

10 April 2026

Horrocks in Kentwood

Kelly Quinn Blues Experience is excited to put on a blues rock show at a very popular venue, Horrocks Market in Kentwood! ...

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
4455 Breton Rd SE, Kentwood, MI
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09 May 2026

The Stray Cafe

The Stray is a listening room style venue and cafe, where performers are front and center, not background entertainment. ...

8:00 pm
4253 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI
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03 June 2026

Music on the Lawn Summer Concert Series at Legacy Park

Kelly Quinn Blues Experience is thrilled to be invited back for Music on the Lawn summer concert series at Legacy Park in Ada, Michigan! ...

7:00 pm
7450 River St SE, Ada, MI
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19 June 2026

Smuggler’s at North Shore

Come on out for a blues rock evening of music, dancing and caution to the wind! JOIN US ON THE WATER’S EDGE for an evening of bluesy magic! ...

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
864 E 88th St, Newaygo, MI, United States, 49337
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22 July 2026

Thornapple Arts in Hastings

Kelly Quinn Blues Experience is excited to perform covers and original blues rock at Hastings Summer Concert Series! ...

7:30 pm
10820 Paw Paw Dr., Holland, MI
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25 July 2026

Horrocks in Lansing

Kelly Quinn Blues Experience has been welcomed back to Horrocks Market in Lansing! ...

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
7420 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI
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28 August 2026

Lotus Room in Norton Shores

Kelly Quinn Blues Experience will be doing some rockin soul riding at the Lotus Room in Norton Shores on August 28th! ...

8:00 pm
919 E. Sherman Blvd, Norton Shores, MI, United States, 49444
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12 September 2026

Firebird Bar GR

Come on out for a blues rock evening of music, dancing and caution to the wind! ...

9:30 pm
526 Stocking Avenue, NW, Grand Rapids
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2024

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I Can Tell

Janiva Magness

Bad, Bad Feeling

Trampled Under Foot

Chain of Fools

Aretha Franklin

Angel From Montgomery

Susan Tedeschi

Rock Me Baby

Tina Turner

Feels Like Rain

Buddy/Etta

Do Not Sleep

Michael Coburn

Magnolia

Mayer/Clapton

Wrong Side of the Blues

TUF

Little by Little

Susan Tedeschi

Stormy Monday

Allman Bros.

Too Sad To Sing the Blues

Bruce Conte

You're Gonna Miss Me

Ann Sexton

Ain't No Sunshine

Bill Withers

More Than One Way Home

Keb Mo

Red House

Jimi Hendrix

Come To Mama

Koko Taylor

Mojo Workin

Etta James

Whiskey in My Pocket

Michael Coburn

Into The Mystic

Gretchen Wilson

I Need Music

Michael Coburn

Turn Me On

Norah Jones

Jesus Just Left Chicago

ZZ Top

Bring it On Home

Sam Cooke

Passions of Fire

Chris Elmore

Long As I Can See the Light

CCR

Down Home Blues

Etta James

Can't You See

Marshall Tucker

Sweet Home Chicago

Blues Brothers

Slow Burn

Michael Coburn

The Thrill is Gone

B.B./Rudy Rotta

Always Been the Blues

Michael Coburn

Love Me Like A Man

Bonnie Raitt

The Blues is My Bidness

Etta James

I Thank You

Bonnie Raitt

Feelin' Alright

Clapton (Chris)

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