MUSIC | SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 | 7 PM | $25 IN ADVANCE, $27.50 DAY OF
The Kelli Baker Band
Kelli Baker brings the live show turning heads across the country to FUSION | The Cell in Albuquerque on Sunday, September 27.
Fresh off the road with ZZ Top and George Thorogood & The Destroyers, Baker rolls into New Mexico with her powerhouse band and a live show built on blues, rock, soul and the kind of raw, commanding vocals that have quickly made her one of the genre’s names to watch.
The night also marks a long-overdue Albuquerque homecoming for bassist PJ LaMariana, bringing him back to his old stomping grounds for a special night with the Kelli Baker Band.
Tickets are $25 in advance & $27.50 day of show.
Free parking is available in FUSION’s main lot, in our lot next to Burger King on Lomas, and is also free along 1st Street after 6 PM (more parking info + map available here).
ABOUT THE KELLI BAKER BAND
Recently seen on arena stages with rock legends ZZ Top + George Thorogood & the Destroyers, Kelli Baker marked the latest milestone in a breakout stretch that has placed her on stages alongside some of the most influential names in roots and rock music. Personally selected and signed to Gulf Coast Records by blues legend Mike Zito, powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Kelli Baker continues her meteoric rise as one of the most electrifying voices and respected emerging artists in modern blues-rock.
The long-anticipated debut album from Kelli Baker, MOTHER (produced by multi-winning GRAMMY producer, Zach Allen), is set for release on November 13, featuring Nashville gospel royalty, The McCrary Sisters (Elvis, Stevie Wonder) and Keb’ Mo’.
Originally from Phoenix and now based in New York City, Kelli Baker has built her career through relentless touring, honest songwriting, and a live show that's become her signature. Armed with a voice that commands attention and lyrics that cut to the bone, Baker has earned a reputation for her impactful live performances, setting stages ablaze across the country.
Crowned the winner of the 2024 615 Blues Revival Competition in Nashville—judged by blues icons like Kenny Wayne Shepherd, 2025 included support dates for Grammy-winning guitarist Christone “Kingfish” Ingram and genre-defying Samantha Fish, placing her alongside the most influential names in contemporary blues. Baker opened the headliner stage for ICP at Sturgis Bike Rally, and ZZ Top at NYC’s esteemed Beacon Theatre in 2025.
Her EP release on Gulf Coast Records, “Granite,” was selected by Joe Bonamassa for his “Cutting Edge Blues” Spotify playlist, and has twice hit the #1 spot on the Roots Music Report.
Quality bar service will be provided by Safe House Distilling Co. and Teller Genuine Vodka. Click here for some nearby dining options.
