theKI is a Los Angeles-based band established in 2011 that just released its self-titled debut album “theKI” on May 18th, 2014, which was virtually funded by a successful Kickstarter campaign backed by fans and investors in 2013. theKI fuses pop, R&B, jazz and rock with beautiful instrumental arrangements and powerful digital/acoustic grooves to create electrifying, transformative moments of inner reflection and inspiration through introspective and empowering lyrics that draw from ancient spiritual wisdom and modern thought. “Breathe” is a grooving, neo-jazz soul mantra for gratitude and appreciation, while the funky pop jam “Dirty” sheds light on the darkness. “NLF (Nothing Lasts Forever)” casts a kaleidoscope of pop-EDM and R&B colors while working through tragedy towards acceptance. “Power Up” is an unstoppable empowerment anthem for change, and “Let It Go” unfolds a soulful, inner conversation between the heart and mind, leading to a call for peace. theKI is comprised of music conservatory-trained members who have performed with world-class artists that include Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Wynton Marsalis and Yo-Yo Ma. theKI features lead vocalist Roxie Sakura, electric/upright bassist Lucas Francis, keyboardist Antonio Dangond, and spoken word artist Sean Hill. The album features notable studio musicians Stacey Lamont Sydnor on percussion and Romel Veal on guitar, as well as world-renowned koto virtuoso Dr. Osamu Kitajima. Roxie Sakura dedicates her songwriting to shining light on some of the darkest injustices and inner struggles facing humanity today. theKI exists to use music and lyrics as one more voice in the movement to combat the abuse, in all its forms, of human rights and freedom, and devotes the majority of its performances to peace conferences, awareness rallies and charity events. On February 14th 2013, theKI headlined for the event, "LA RISING" hosted by the Greater L.A. Chapter USNC for UN Women for V-DAY, the worldwide event spearheaded by Emmy award winning actress Eve Ensler that involved 1 billion people united in a global strike to create a world free of violence against women and girls! theKI composed and performed "LA Rise," for the event, which was licensed for official use by the Greater L.A. Chapter USNC for UN Women for one of their official NPO videos. theKI was also nominated in January 2013 to perform for CBS', Gig of a Lifetime, Grammy LIVE performance. More recently, theKI was the featured group at the Martin Luther King Jr. Auditorium in celebration of International Human Rights Day and International Women's Day, which was hosted by the union of 5 different Afghans, Iranians and American organizations in Los Angeles. theKI also performed at the 10th Annual Jack London Peace Conference, the "Slam up to Violence" awareness event at UnUrban Cafe, the Japan Earthquake Benefit at Fais Do Do, the UN Women's Peace Walk for Women, and benefits for children's education at The Highlands and the Key Club. theKI MISSION STATEMENT theKI is about bringing awareness through music to the real issues facing our society and our world. theKI is not just about the struggle within, but about emerging as one more voice in the movement to combat the abuse, in all its forms, of human rights and freedom. Together we must end our acceptance of violence, abuse, rape, and addiction as everyday realities. We must stop accepting the discrimination of women, of cultures, and of beliefs that lead to these abuses of human rights. Music and art have always been one of the strongest forces of change. Our goal is to create incredible art that represents the first step in one more movement to eventually stop the innumerable daily horrors on our planet. Our goal is to have this message heard on the national stage and worldwide. If you believe in the power of music and art to transform the planet, please join us now by becoming a part of our community. "One does not become enlightened by imagining figures of light, but by making the darkness conscious.” –Carl Gustav Jung