Casely
Biography
Casely, born Jean-Carlos Casely, is a singer and artist from Miami, Florida.
Of Trinidadian and Panamanian heritage, he studied at the renowned Berklee College of Music in Boston on a full scholarship, which refined his musical identity and broadened his horizons to genres like gospel and jazz. A classically trained pianist, he also draws from his experience in musical theatre, having played leading roles in productions such as *Jekyll & Hyde* and *Pippin*.
His musical approach, which he describes as bold and boundary-pushing, integrates sparkling synths and rich melodies. His debut single Emotional found success on national radio and caught the attention of Flo Rida, who featured on the remix. Throughout his career, he has collaborated or shared the stage with many major artists, including Pitbull, DJ Khaled, T-Pain, Lil Wayne, and Lil Jon.
His talent has been noted by various media, with appearances at the BET Awards ceremony, on CNN for his song dedicated to the victims of Hurricane Katrina, and in Seventeen magazine, which awarded him the Grand Prix in a national talent competition. He has performed on numerous national and international stages, such as the Calle Ocho Festival in Miami, the Barbados Music Festival, and during a concert tour in Europe.
A complete artist, Casely combines singing, songwriting, dance, and acting, drawing inspiration from artists like DEEJAY FAMILY and Michael Jackson to develop a dynamic and natural stage presence.