Downtown Chicago, drop in to a 4-hour high energy piano show at the windy city's most iconic piano bar.
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Best way to ring in the new year is at the new Stardust venue with a Stranger Things theme. Ticket includes open bar and Chicago street food buffet.
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Debut EP
Debut EP (A love letter) To My Self-ish was released in the Aries season on her birthday in 2023. The tracks blend elements of Jazz and singer/songwriter styles. It is a musical love letter to you, the listener as well as Read more
Debut EP (A love letter) To My Self-ish was released in the Aries season on her birthday in 2023. The tracks blend elements of Jazz and singer/songwriter styles. It is a musical love letter to you, the listener as well as the musicians that helped bring the album to life.
Six songs begin with carrying the listener through lo-fi textures with a beatboxed backbeat, the title track called To My Selfish made in collaboration with beatboxer Richard "Robot" Steighner. Combining neo-soul verses with a catchy chorus, Behave Together invites Detroit-based singer Jessica Ivey to the soundscape. They lead to a crooning singer-songwriter ballad called Catholic Girls Wait with lyrics edging into comedy and storytelling around navigating queer dating. For Your Mailbox rocks out telling a story of late night drives in Michigan, leading to the minor blues called Scandal Tonight. Her final song, Hiding Every Scar reveals a choral twist in the middle and finishes with an anthemic chorus.
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To My Self-ish 3:570:00/3:57
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Behave Together 2:430:00/2:43
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Catholic Girls Wait 4:390:00/4:39
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For Your Mailbox 3:340:00/3:34
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Scandal Tonight 3:430:00/3:43
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Hiding Every Scar 4:570:00/4:57
Skyrocketing to #4 on the Traxsource Top 10 DJ chart, Run the Rhythm was produced by the notable Chicago House DJ Ron Carroll. "Break through every ceiling, higher vibes" are lyrics that can be heard in warehouses, underground parties and clubs all around Chicago. The song was remixed by Ezel and released on all platforms in 2024.
Events
Previous events
Redhead Piano Bar
Redhead Piano Bar
Downtown Chicago, drop in to a 4-hour high energy piano show at the windy city's most iconic piano bar.
New Years Eve at Stardust
Stardust Chicago
Best way to ring in the new year is at the new Stardust venue with a Stranger Things theme. Ticket includes open bar and Chicago street food buffet.
Royal Caribbean Icon of the Seas
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The world's largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas set sail in the Caribbean. Sail to see Kai on the Keys and James Byrom as the featured dueling pianists onboard.
Easha at Epiphany Arts
Epiphany Arts Center
Rising artist EASHA has added Chicago to her world tour. “Manic Pixie Dream Girl” is her latest single, garnering impressive Spotify traction and global attention. Kai is featured in her band on piano, backing vocals and keytar.
Chicago Loud 9 at Roberts Westside
(CDT, UTC-05) (CDT, UTC-05)
Chicago Loud 9 is playing an upbeat funk/soul/hiphop set that will keep everyone dancing. Its on the West side in Forest park. Tix are $12 ahead of time, $15 at doors.
$12 presale, $15 at doors
Rhythms Bloom Uprooted: A Chinese Adoption Story
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We're the headlining act for Rhythms Bloom! I am telling a more personal story about being adopted from China and debuting some original songs next Wednesday. Its an all original show and duo with Ellie Rui
$15
Kai's senior recital in 2020 was just an unlisted youtube video. So she is reenacting her senior recital at the Clara Women's Jazz Jam! Everyone is invited, this jam just centers women's leadership and musicianship.
Princesses & Heroes Family Show
(CDT, UTC-05) (CDT, UTC-05)
Lincoln Park Corner Kitchen, 2200 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
Dress up your kids as princesses and heroes, and bring then to this family friendly dinner. Taking song requests for your favorite songs from Disney, Pixar, and all things age-appropriate for the young ones. No cover, BYOB
Update: SOLD OUT! Chicago Loud 9 takes the stage at Hey Nonny in Arlington Heights. Kai on the Keys opens with drummer Ellie Rui.
Roast Kai with some good jokes, Toast to her 27th birthday, and jam! DM her for the address.
Chicago Loud 9 x Kalab Jam
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Kalab in Bronzeville, Chicago, IL
Join Chicago Loud 9 for a show and jam in Bronzeville!
8p show 9p-11p Jam Food and drink venues.
Cupid's Cabaret Dueling Pianos at Pippins
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Cupid is calling you to our dueling pianos show! I'm ready to serenade you and your valentine (or galentines). Indulge in specialty cocktails and a menu designed for romance ;)
$25 for dinner, optional
Grapes & Grains with Kai + Sonic Healing
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Get your song requests ready :) Join me at an upscale wine and whiskey bar downtown Chicago where Kai on the Keys takes requests all night with singer/rapper Jahari, drummer Drew, and saxophonist Arius. No cover charge.
Grapes and Grains with Kai + Sonic Healing
— (CST, UTC-06) — (CST, UTC-06)
No cover! Kai is playing with her talented friends from Sonic Healing including Arius on saxophone, Drew on drums, and singer/rapper Jahari. An upscale wine and whisky bar awaits you! Get ready to hear all your favorite songs at this high energy song request driven show.
Grapes & Grains with Kai + Sonic Healing
— (CST, UTC-06) — (CST, UTC-06)
An upscale wine and whisky bar awaits you! Get ready to hear all your favorite songs at this high energy song request driven show. Kai is playing with her talented friends from Sonic Healing including a bassist, saxophone, and singer/rapper Jahari.
NYE All That Glitters is Gold Piano Show at Pippins
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Ring in the new year while wearing your favorite gold outfit in Gold Coast at this classy Irish Tavern. The live dueling piano show with Dario and Kai runs from 9pm to 1am. Request all of your favorite hits from 2024 as we toast to 2025! Champagne toast, food buffet and open bar 7p-9p are included in tickets.
$25 includes open bar & buffet 7p-9p, hors d'oevres all night and champagne toast.
I play with drummer Ellie Rui at 7pm!
Get ready for a brand-new experience on December 6! Join us as the South Asian arts collective, East Winds, hosts its debut mini festival, bringing together the vibrant talent of Asian and Chicago-based artists, performers, and creatives.
In collaboration with Hairpin Arts Center's First Fridays, this event celebrates the power of creativity, friendship, and the unique voices that make up our community. Prepare for an unforgettable night filled with inspiring performances, positive energy, and the joy of shared expression.
Dueling Pianos at Pippins
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Interactive Dueling Pianos show with Kai and Dan with Heather on drums! In an upscale but relaxed Irish pub with a stunning stage and 2 big red pianos.
All ladies dueling pianos show with Kai on the Keys versus Katy Marquardt with Heather on drums.