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Keri Kelli (born Kenneth Fear Jr.) is an American guitarist who has played with artists and groups including Alice Cooper, Slash, Jani Lane, Vince Neil and John Waite. In March 2013 he formed Project Rock together with James Kottak from the Scorpions. Project Rock consisted of Keri Kelli, James Kottak, Tim 'Ripper' Owens, Rudy Sarzo & Teddy Zig-Zag. Kelli is currently in the band Night Ranger.

Biography

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Kelli was born in Huntington Beach, California on September 7, 1971. He has founded several bands, including Saints of the Underground, Adler's Appetite (formerly Suki Jones), New World Idols, Rubber (formerly Blow), Big Bang Babies, and Empire (1987). He has played with other bands including Slash's Snakepit, Skid Row, Vince Neil Band, Ratt, Warrant, L.A. Guns, Pretty Boy Floyd, Dad's Porno Mag, The Newlydeads, Bulletboys, Love/Hate, Tuff, Tal Bachman, Angel City Outlaws (formerly Phucket), Alice Cooper, Liberty N' Justice and Night Ranger.

In July 2009, Keri opened Aces & Ales, an American craft beer bar and restaurant in Las Vegas, Nevada. In June 2013, he opened a second restaurant.

Reception

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A 1996 Los Angeles Times review of Rubber said, "Singer Keri Kelli has an actor’s knack, with unpredictable phrasing that brings immediacy to the songs as he moves from stick-out-your-tongue impertinence to full-on urgency."[1]

Discography

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Empire

  • Show Ya – (1987) – single / vinyl – cassette tape single

Big Bang Babies

  • Big Bang Babies – (1992)
  • Black Market – (1994)
  • 3 Chords & the Truth – (1999)
  • Hollywood Hairspray Vol.1 – (2002) – "Let's Go"
  • The Glam That Stole Christmas Vol.1 – (2002) – "Winter Wonderland"

Rubber

  • Rubber – (1996) – Cassette Tape (4 tracks)
  • Safe Sex, Designer Drugs, and the Death of Rock N Roll – (1996) – Cassette Tape (5 tracks)

The Newlydeads

  • Re-Bound – (1998) – 2 tracks from forthcoming album "Black & Shiny"
  • Black & Shiny – (unreleased)
  • Dead End – (2001) – some songs from "Black & Shiny"
  • Dream from a Dirt Nap – (2006) – best of. some songs from "Black & Shiny"

Pretty Boy Floyd

  • The Pink and the Black – (1998) – incl. "Saturday Night"(early version)
  • A Tale of Sex, Designer Drugs, and the Death of Rock N Roll – (1998)
  • Porn Stars – (1999)
  • The World's Greatest Heavy Metal Anthems – (2000) – "Lether Boyz With Electric Toyz"
  • Porn Stars (Japanese Edition) – (2000) – incl. 2 bonus tracks
  • No Brakes -BIG M.F. Compilation- – (2000) – "Shout It Out Loud"
  • The Ultimate – (2004)
  • Dirty Glam – (2004) – re-issue of "Porn Stars" with some bonus demo tracks
  • Vault II – (2003)
  • Take It Down – (2007) (unreleased) – feat. Aerial Stiles. written by Keri Kelli / Steve Summers.

Dad's Porno Mag

  • Dad's Porno Mag – (2000)

U.S. Crush

  • U.S. Crush – (2000) – co-wrote "Bleed" & "Collision Course", Guitar on "Bleed"

Slash's Snakepit

  • Ain't Life Grand – (2000) – appeared on booklet only. Keri joined after recording session was finished.

Goliath

  • The Gate – (2000) – guitar solo on "Demons"

Shameless

  • Backstreet Anthems – (1999) – wrote lyrics for "Talk to Me", but wrong credit printed in original booklet.
  • Backstreet Anthems (Japanese Edition) – (1999) – wrote lyrics for "Talk to Me" (credit is fixed)
  • Talk to Me – (unreleased) – wrote lyrics and on vocals
  • Queen 4 a Day – (2000)
  • Splashed – (2002)
  • Super Hardcore Show – (2003)
  • Undressed: An Unmasked Tribute to Kiss- – (2003)
  • Famous 4 Madness – (2007)
  • Forever Ends Today – (2013) single incl. "Queen 4 A Day(remastered)"
  • Splashed – (2013) – Cardboard Sleeve edition
  • Life's a Gas – (2013) – single incl. "Live 4 Today"
  • Queen 4 a Day (Remaster 2013) – (2013)
  • Beautiful Disaster – (2013)

Website[permanent dead link]

Sonofabitch

  • Greatest Hits – (2002)
  • The Black Compilation – (2006)

New World Idols

  • 5 Tracks Promotion CD – (unreleased)
  • Agent Cody Banks (soundtrack) – (2003) – "Up Town Girl"(cover of Billy Joel) Keri (Vo., B. & G.), Chad Stewart (Ds.)

Warrant

Jani Lane

  • Back Down to One – (2002) – released by Jani himself (8 tracks)
  • Back Down to One – (2003) – released from Z RECORDS (11 tracks)
  • Monster Ballads X Mas – (2007) – plays guitar on "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"

L.A. Guns

Adler's Appetite

  • Adler's Appetite – (2005)
  • Adler's Appetite – (2005) – different booklet called "Black Rose Version"

Liberty N' Justice

  • Soundtrack of a Soul – (2006) – co-wrote and play "Another Nail" (Sebastian Bach on vocals)
  • Independence Day – (2007) – guitar on "Doubting Thomas"
  • Light It Up – (2009) – guitar on "Every Reason To Believe"
  • Hell Is Coming to Breakfast – (2012) – co-wrote "Sin (Original Acoustic Demo)", Guitar on "Stretch Armstrong"
  • Cigar Chronicles – (2013) – co-wrote and guitar on "Sin"

Nicollette Knight

  • Nicollette Knight – (2006) – play all instruments and recorded some unreleased songs of Big Bang Babies

Angel City Outlaws

  • Hell Bent Forever: A Tribute to Judas Priest – (2008) – "Heading Out to the Highway"

Saints of the Underground

Alice Cooper

  • Along Came a Spider – (2008)
  • Theater of Death – Live at Hammersmith 2009 – Live album & video (2010)
  • Keepin' Halloween Alive – 7" single (2010) C.side – "I Love the Dead(Live)" from "Theater of Death"(Live CD)
  • Welcome 2 My Nightmare – (2011) "We Gotta Get Outta This Place" (The Animals cover) as bonus track

Stephen Pearcy

  • Social Intercourse – (2002) – co-wrote "Freak", "In the Corner" and "Five Fingers"
  • Fueler – (2004) – co-wrote and play "That Sick Thing" & "Spy Vs. Spy"
  • Metal Mania Stripped Vol.2 – The Anthems – (2008) – plays acoustic guitar on "Round and Round"

Penny Lane

  • Midnight Tales from the Funhouse : Part 1 – (2009) – produced, co-wrote and play on almost all songs

V.A.

  • Shout at the Remix: A Tribute to Mötley Crüe- – (2000) – guitar on "Looks That Kill (Spahn Ranch remix)"
  • Welcome to the Aerosmithonian: A Tribute to Aerosmith- – (2001) – guitar on "Sweet Emotion"
  • Name Your Poison: A Tribute to Poison- – (2001) – guitar on "Talk Dirty to Me", "Look What the Cat Dragged In", "I Won't Forget You" and "Fallen Angel"
  • It's So Easy: A Millennium Tribute to Guns N' Roses- – (2006) – guitar on "Night Train"
  • Too Fast for Love: A Millennium Tribute to Mötley Crüe- – (2007) – guitar on "Dr. Feelgood"
  • Misty Mountain Hop: A Millennium Tribute to Led Zeppelin – (2008) – guitar on "Ocean"
  • Lick It Up: A Millennium Tribute to Kiss – (2008) – guitar on "Shout It Out Loud"
  • Hell Bent Forever: A Tribute to Judas Priest – (2008) – "Desert Plains" Keri(G. & B.), Brent Fitz(Ds.), Vince Neil(Vo.)
  • Wicked Garden: A Millennium Tribute to Stone Temple Pilots – (2009) – guitar on "Tripping on a Hole in a Paper Heart"
  • Lit Up: A Millennium Tribute to Buckcherry – (2009) – guitar on "Crazy Bitch"
  • Rock & Roll Train: A Millennium Tribute to AC/DC – (2011) – guitar on "Highway to Hell"
  • No More Tears: A Millennium Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne – (2012) – guitar on "Crazy Train"
  • Down at the Whiskey : A Tribute To Mötley Crüe's Greatest Hits 1981–2013 – (2013) – guitar on "Dr. Feelgood"
  • Blackdog : A Tribute To LED ZEPPELIN's Greatest Hits – (2014) – guitar on "The Ocean"

New Skool Kings

  • Here to Say – (2009) – produced

Metavenge

  • Demo CD – (2009) – engineered

Aqua Cats

  • Alkaline State – (2010) All music & Produced by Denny Lake & Keri Kelli. Engineered and Read guitar as "Keri Cool Cat".

Pushking

  • The World As We Love It – (2011) – "Troubled Love" feat. with Alice Cooper. Also Keri is listed as co-producer for this song.

Vengeance

  • Crystal Eye (Limited Edition Incl. 2 Bonus Tracks) – (2012) – co-wrote "Paint This Town"

Tuff

  • What Comes Around Goes Around...Again! – (2012) – "I Hate Kissing You Goodbye"

Becca Williams (The Reapers)

  • Grim Reaper Test – (2012) Keri Kelli as producer and additional instrumentation for Williams. Becca Williams, guitars. Timexx Nasty on vocals. Sean Elg on drums. Recorded August at For the Gods, OC, CA

John Waite

  • Live All Access – (2013)
  • Best – (2014)

Ray C.

  • Undone – (2013) Produce, Mix and Lead guitar

Forever Young

  • Never Say Goodnight – (2014) Mixed by Keri Kelli

Night Ranger

Jim Peterik & World Stage

  • Winds of Change (2019)　Lead guitar on "I Will What I Want"

Videography

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Big Bang Babies

  • Home "Made" Video – (1992) Video

L.A. Guns

  • Hellraiser's Ball: Caught in the Act – (2004) DVD

Alice Cooper

  • Sweden Rock Festival 2006 – (2006) DVD "School's Out"
  • Theater Of Death DVD (2010)

Pretty Boy Floyd

  • London, England 2002 – DVD

Shameless

  • Glamology Part 1 1989 – 2000 – DVD (2013)

Night Ranger

  • 35 Years & A Night In Chicago - 2CD/DVD (2016)

References

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Keri Kelli (born Kenneth Fear Jr., September 7, 1971) is an American guitarist, songwriter, and entrepreneur best known for his tenure with iconic rock acts such as , , , and , where he has served as lead guitarist since 2014. Born in , and raised in nearby Irvine, Kelli discovered his passion for music early, attending his first —a Queen performance—at age seven and beginning guitar lessons at age 11 with a instrument. By age 13, he was writing songs and playing in local bands, drawing influences from Queen, , and heavy metal scenes around Costa Mesa's Concert Factory venue; he intensified his practice regimen to eight hours daily from ages 13 to 17, taking formal lessons at 14 from Steeler guitarist Kurt James. Kelli's professional career took off in the late 1980s on the , where at age 17 he joined and later formed the band Big Bang Babies around 1989, headlining venues like the Roxy and by 1990. Throughout the and , he collaborated with a roster of luminaries, including stints with , Warrant (backing ), Vince Neil's solo band, , and , culminating in performances at major venues like a sold-out alongside and Slash in 2000. His most prominent role came in when he joined Alice Cooper's band, contributing to tours such as and subsequent tours like Theatre of Death, before departing in 2011 to pursue other projects. In addition to music, Kelli has built a successful business career in the craft beer industry, opening the first Aces & Ales bar in Las Vegas in 2009 on Nellis Boulevard, followed by a second location on North Tenaya Way in 2013; the third location, Evolve Brewing—an eco-friendly brewpub—opened at The Bend shopping complex near the 215 Beltway and Durango Drive in February 2025. His venues feature extensive draft and bottled beer selections, collaborations with breweries like Stone Brewing and Sierra Nevada, and a chef-driven menu, reflecting over a decade of involvement in the craft beer scene. Kelli released early solo demos including the cassette "Rubber" in 1996 and has contributed to various tribute and side projects, including Project Rock with Rudy Sarzo, Tim "Ripper" Owens, and James Kottak. As of 2025, he continues as lead guitarist for Night Ranger.

Early Life and Background

Childhood and Family

Keri Kelli, born Kenneth Fear Jr. on September 7, 1971, in , was raised in nearby Irvine. He grew up in a family environment that fostered an early appreciation for music despite not being professionally inclined toward it. His parents were avid music enthusiasts, regularly listening to rock and blues acts such as , , , the Yardbirds, and , which provided Kelli with his initial exposure to the genre during his formative years in the late 1970s and early 1980s. His father, in particular, played casually, creating a household atmosphere where music was a natural and accessible pastime rather than a formal pursuit. Specific details on siblings or dynamics remain limited in . Kelli received his first guitar, a model, at age 11, marking the beginning of his hands-on engagement with the instrument. This early acquisition, influenced by the rock music permeating his home and local radio airwaves, laid the groundwork for deeper musical interests in . Regarding formal education, Kelli attended local public schools in the Orange County area during his early years, though he has not publicly detailed specific institutions or extracurricular activities unrelated to music. His upbringing in this vibrant locale, amid a burgeoning rock scene, subtly shaped his worldview without immediate professional implications.

Initial Musical Interests

Keri Kelli developed an early passion for music influenced by his family's musical environment. His parents exposed him to rock acts like , Yardbirds, and , while his mother introduced him to Queen's News of the World and took him to see the band live at age seven in 1978. In 1979, he attended a KISS concert in Anaheim at age eight, further igniting his interest in . His father, who played bass, occasionally jammed with local musicians, providing a supportive backdrop for Kelli's emerging enthusiasm. At age 11, Kelli received his first guitar, a model. He began formal lessons at age 14 with Kurt James, of Steeler, who emphasized musical exploration. Supplementing these sessions with self-directed practice, Kelli dedicated up to eight hours daily from ages thirteen to seventeen, focusing on scales, modes, and chord progressions transcribed from rock records like those by Queen and KISS. This rigorous routine often led him to skip school during his high school years in Orange County, prioritizing guitar over academics. During his mid-teens, Kelli became immersed in the burgeoning hair metal scene on the in Hollywood, attending shows and networking in the vibrant club circuit. At age eleven or twelve, he encountered Mötley Crüe during their early performances, and by high school, he connected with local musicians like Warrant's Joey Allen. This exposure to the era fueled his ambition, leading him to relocate to as a teenager, where he crashed on friends' floors amid the thriving rock community. Kelli's initial foray into performing came at age sixteen in 1987, when he joined the band , featuring a female singer and keyboardist; the group played local gigs but disbanded after about a year without releasing any material. Committed to , he dropped out of high school that same year at age sixteen to pursue it full-time.

Career

Early Bands and Breakthrough

Keri Kelli began his professional music career in the mid-1980s as a teenager in the glam rock scene, starting with local bands that honed his skills as a lead . At age 16, he joined , an LA-based group featuring a female vocalist and keyboard player with prior experience in other local acts, performing at venues during 1987 and 1988. This early stint provided Kelli his initial exposure to the competitive rock environment, though the band did not release any recordings and disbanded after a short run. Kelli's breakthrough came in 1990 when he founded Big Bang Babies as lead guitarist, lyricist, and key creative force, propelling the group to headline status at iconic venues like the Roxy, Whisky a Go Go, and Gazzarri's. The band attracted Japanese investors for a potential record deal and even developed merchandise such as a doll line, marking a pivotal rise amid the fading glam wave. Their self-titled debut album, released in 1992, featured Kelli's dynamic solos on tracks like "Wildfire" and "Information Overload," supporting U.S. tours that built a dedicated following before grunge shifted industry priorities.

Collaborations with Major Artists

In the 1990s, Keri Kelli served as guitarist for from 1995 to 1999 and 2000 to 2001, contributing to their revival efforts, including the 1998 EP A Tale of Sex, Designer Drugs, and the Death of Rock n' Roll. Keri Kelli joined as rhythm guitarist in 1995, replacing , and contributed to the band's debut album It's Five O'Clock Somewhere, released that year on . His guitar work featured prominently on tracks such as "Good to Be Alive," blending riffs with influences central to the album's sound. Kelli participated in the band's extensive world tour from 1995 to 1996, supporting the album across , , and , where the group performed high-energy sets emphasizing Slash's alongside Kelli's rhythmic support. Kelli also backed Warrant vocalist Jani Lane in reunion efforts and solo projects during the 2000s, including songwriting collaborations and live performances that supported Lane's hard rock material. Keri Kelli performed as a session and touring with Vince Neil's solo band starting in 2002, supporting Neil's outings and contributing to live interpretations of Mötley Crüe-era material alongside originals from Neil's catalog. In the late , Kelli joined during their reunion efforts, playing from 1999 to 2000 amid lineup shifts following the release of the band's self-titled album. Recruited through industry connections, he supported lead guitarist on tours promoting the record, helping maintain 's signature sound during a period of internal changes that included vocalist . Kelli's stint provided stability to the group's live performances, focusing on high-octane renditions of hits like "Round and Round" before departing for other commitments. From 2006 to 2011, Kelli served as a touring for , contributing to tours supporting albums such as (2003) and (2005), as well as later productions like the Theatre of Death tour (2009-2010). During these tours, he handled intricate guitar arrangements in live performances, including reimagined versions of classics like "," adapting the song's raw energy for Cooper's theatrical stage production with added distortion and dual-guitar interplay. Kelli's tenure extended Cooper's brutal rock aesthetic, contributing to sold-out shows that combined horror-themed visuals with aggressive sets spanning over 100 dates worldwide. Kelli briefly collaborated with Skid Row as a fill-in guitarist in the late 2000s (2008-2009), stepping in for Dave Sabo during select tour dates and festival appearances, including the 2009 ShipRocked cruise, amid the band's post-2003 album Thick Is the Skin phase. His appearances bolstered Skid Row's heavy metal sets, particularly in Europe and on festival bills, where he delivered aggressive solos and harmonies that aligned with the group's post-grunge evolution. Since 2014, Kelli has served as lead guitarist for , contributing to their ongoing tours and albums, including performances as of 2025.

Solo Work and Projects

Keri Kelli has pursued a range of independent musical endeavors outside his roles in established bands, often taking on leadership or creative control in supergroups and production capacities. In 2006, he co-formed the supergroup Saints of the Underground alongside drummer , recruiting Warrant vocalist and bassist to complete the lineup. The project released its debut and only album, Love the Sin, Hate the Sinner, in 2008 via Warrior Records, blending gritty with glam influences; standout tracks included "Jimmy," originally penned for Warrant in the late 1980s. Building on this collaborative spirit, Kelli co-founded the supergroup Project Rock in 2013 with Scorpions drummer , enlisting singer and bassist for live performances that emphasized high-energy sets without a studio . This evolved into A New Revenge, another all-star ensemble featuring the same core members plus Kelli on guitar, which debuted with the album Enemies & Lovers in 2019 on Golden Robot Records. The record showcased Kelli's songwriting and guitar work in a mix of heavy metal riffs and anthemic choruses, drawing from classic influences while aiming for modern appeal. In parallel, Kelli has contributed as a to emerging and glam-oriented acts, particularly in the 2000s and 2010s. He co-wrote and produced Shameless's albums Splashed (2001) and Queen of (2003), handling engineering and mixing to amplify the band's sleaze-glam sound with raw energy and hooks. This partnership continued into the 2010s, with Kelli producing Dial S for (2011), which included guest appearances like Chris Holmes of W.A.S.P. and maintained Shameless's edge with covers and originals. As of 2025, Kelli's most recent project is the multimedia venture Metal Warrior, co-created with guitarist Greg Koch, combining with animated graphic novels set in a sci-fi called the Time Space Dimension Construct. The debut album, featuring singles like "," was released in July 2025 across formats including colored vinyl and cassettes, emphasizing intergalactic themes and explosive riffs; accompanying graphic novels detail the band's , marking Kelli's venture into conceptual, streaming-era storytelling.

Musical Style and Influences

Guitar Techniques and Sound

Keri Kelli's guitar playing style emphasizes melody and thoughtful note selection in solos, drawing from a bluesy foundation similar to Slash while adapting to the specific demands of each band he joins. In interviews, he has described prioritizing song fidelity over personal showmanship in structured performances, such as those with , where he focuses on delivering the material with energy and precision. His sound is shaped by a preference for Gibson guitars, with which he has maintained an endorsement relationship for over a decade, allowing for a versatile tone suitable for rock rhythms and leads. Kelli's approach evolved from the high-energy of his early career with to a more groove-oriented style in later projects, including , where he contributes a distinctive Rolling Stones-inspired feel to the band's dual-guitar dynamic. In live settings, Kelli is noted for his energetic stage presence and collaborative interplay, often engaging in dual-guitar harmonies that enhance the overall band sound during tours with and . This shift reflects a maturation from flashy 1980s-era rock to a riff-driven, blues-infused delivery in the and beyond.

Key Inspirations

Keri Kelli has identified as a pivotal early influence, recalling how at age 15 he aspired to emulate the guitarist's style after discovering his work. During the 1980s, Kelli looked up to Mötley Crüe as a benchmark for the rock scene, with the band's presence on the shaping his ambitions as a young musician arriving in the city. In his professional career, collaborations exposed Kelli to further inspirations, including Slash, whose cool stage presence and phrasing left an incredible influence during their time together in . Similarly, Joe Perry of impressed him as an entertainer, particularly after their first meeting. These figures contributed to Kelli's guitar techniques, blending high-energy solos with charismatic delivery.

Reception and Impact

Critical Reviews

In the 1990s and , Kelli's collaborations earned acclaim for his consistent live performances. During tours with supporting the album Ain't Life Grand (2000), where he handled , Kelli was noted for bringing a solid, groove-oriented presence to , complementing Slash's lead work in high-energy arena settings. His tenure with , particularly on the Theatre of Death tour (2009–2010), garnered strong praise for the band's overall musicianship, with Kelli's dual-guitar interplay alongside described as delivering "scathing interludes" that maintained audience intensity during theatrical breaks. Reviewers called the lineup "simply divine" and the best since the classic era of and , emphasizing Kelli's technical prowess and stage reliability, though some viewed him as a capable but unflashy replacement in Cooper's revolving ensemble. Kelli's solo projects and later band efforts, such as his guitar contributions to A New Revenge's Enemies & Lovers (2019), received favorable notices for their punchy riffs and energy, though coverage remained limited compared to his roles. Across his career, critics have consistently appreciated Kelli's versatile technical skills and dependable live execution, often positioning him as a strong supporting overshadowed by charismatic frontmen like Slash or . In the 2020s, his work with on the album ATBPO (2021) was positively reviewed for blending glam-rock flair with melodic precision, with Kelli hailed as "no slouch on the guitar" in evoking nostalgic yet fresh dynamics suitable for streaming and festival audiences. His ongoing contributions to 's live performances and tours through 2025 have continued to draw praise for adding depth and energy to the band's sound.

Industry Recognition

Keri Kelli's involvement with the later phase of , contributing to the album Ain't Life Grand (2000) and its supporting tour, marked a significant milestone in his career. Despite his extensive collaborations with artists such as and , Keri Kelli has not received major Grammy nominations or individual RIAA certifications tied directly to his guitar work. His recognition primarily stems from these high-profile band affiliations and touring contributions rather than standalone honors.

Discography

Albums

Keri Kelli's album discography includes his work with bands like Big Bang Babies and Pretty Boy Floyd, as well as solo releases and contributions to other artists' projects. With Big Bang Babies, Kelli released the self-titled debut album Big Bang Babies in 1992. Follow-up albums include Black Market (1994) and 3 Chords & the Truth (1999). Kelli released a self-titled solo album in 1996. With Pretty Boy Floyd, he contributed guitar to A Tale of Sex, Designer Drugs, and the Death of Rock n' Roll (1998 EP) and Porn Stars (1999). Kelli played guitar on Adler's Appetite's self-titled album (2008). He served as lead guitarist on Alice Cooper's Along Came a Spider (2008) and Welcome 2 My Nightmare (2011). Since joining in 2014, Kelli has contributed to albums including High Road (2014) and ATBPO (2021).

Singles and EPs

Kelli's singles and EPs include contributions to band projects and guest appearances. With , he appeared on the EP Porn Stars (1999, Deadline Music), featuring tracks like "I Wanna Be With You ()". As part of Dad's Porno Mag, Kelli contributed to the album Dad's Porno Mag (2000). Guest guitar on Liberty n' Justice's "Another Nail" single (2006).

Videography and Media Appearances

Music Videos

Keri Kelli has featured prominently in a number of official music videos, highlighting his guitar contributions across band collaborations and solo efforts. These videos often emphasize his technical prowess and stage presence, blending promotional elements with thematic visuals tied to the . In 2025, Kelli contributed to the animated project Metal Warrior, co-created with Greg Koch, which includes promotional videos and teasers for the debut album and series. The visuals feature animated heavy metal warriors in epic battles, synchronizing with tracks, showcasing Kelli's guitar work in a format.

Concert Footage and Documentaries

Keri Kelli has appeared in several official concert films and documentaries, primarily showcasing his guitar work with prominent hard rock acts. These releases capture live performances from key periods in his career, highlighting his contributions to high-energy stage shows and collaborative projects. One of the most notable examples is his role in the 2010 concert film Alice Cooper: Theatre of Death, recorded live at London's Hammersmith Apollo on March 2, 2009, during the Theatre of Death Tour. As a guitarist in Alice Cooper's band alongside Damon Johnson, Keri Kelli performed on tracks such as "Wicked Young Man" and "School's Out," contributing to the production's theatrical elements, including dramatic staging and horror-themed visuals. The DVD and Blu-ray release, directed by Rob Roth, features the full setlist from the tour supporting Cooper's album Along Came a Spider, emphasizing Kelli's dual-guitar interplay that maintained the band's signature sound. In 2004, Kelli featured prominently in the L.A. Guns live DVD Hellraisers Ball: Caught in the Act, filmed at Penningtons in , , on April 8, 2003. Serving as lead guitarist alongside , he delivered performances of classics like "" and "Electric Gypsy," showcasing his technical prowess in the style during a transitional lineup for the band. Directed by Dave Meehan, the release documents a high-octane set that blends covers and originals, with Kelli's solos adding intensity to the raw, club-like atmosphere of the show. This DVD, later reissued in CD/DVD formats, stands as a key document of his brief but impactful tenure with . Kelli also appears in the 2013 short documentary on Project Rock, an 18-minute video capturing the supergroup's appearance on Moscow's Rock FM radio station's "Drive Time Morning Show" on October 1, 2013. Co-starring drummer , the film includes an exclusive interview for Classic Rock Russia magazine, discussions of the band's two Russian tours, and live footage of their performance of Alice Cooper's "," with Kelli on guitar. The documentary premieres Project Rock's original track "Here's to Us," featuring additional members Tim "Ripper" Owens on vocals, on bass, and Teddy "Zig Zag" Andreadis on keyboards, providing insight into the project's formation and international appeal.

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