Danielle McKee

Danielle McKee is a singer-songwriter from Los Angeles who leads a band under her name. She came up in the mid-2000s, forming the Danielle McKee Band in 2006. Their debut single 'Power to' became something of an anthem, and it's still one of her most recognized songs, along with 'Stayed all night' and 'This is me'.

Her music draws from R&B and rock, with vocals that show clear influence from singers like Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. The band built a reputation for energetic live shows, and they've put out albums every few years, including 'Unleashed' in 2010, 'Rise' in 2014, 'Unbreakable' in 2018, and 'Empower' in 2022.

McKee has been outspoken about social issues, which has sometimes drawn criticism. In 2017, her comments on systemic racism sparked some backlash, but she kept using her platform to address those topics. Her lyrics often touch on empowerment and resilience, though she tends to avoid grand pronouncements in favor of more personal writing.