From You Tube it is said that he is into Christan music, but I too have not found anything on the web regarding current info or pics.
Dianne in Chicago
12/1/08
The last I read on the internet, Mike Kelly lives in Long Island, N.Y. But I haven't been able to find any recent news about him. There are a number of great photographs of him on the official Duprees web page-but they are from the his younger days when he was with the group. Such an amazing voice-with looks to match-and so much soul within. I am a real fan and would appreciate any news.
Louise in Salt Lake City
December 5, 2007
Update April 28 2010
Michael has formed a new group but is not yet able to use the name Duprees. He has appeared in and around places in North Jersey and will be at the Brown Stone in Paterson on 4/30. The sound and voice is terrific for the whole group, but he never mentions the Duprees and has nothing negative to say about them. He still looks great. Mike L , Jersey Shore, NJ
Mike Kelly recorded the original demo recordings that were presented to George Paxton the record producer. Mike Kelly left the group, was replaced by Joey Canazzaro aka Joey Vann. Mike rejoined the group when Joey Vann decided to go solo. Mike Kelly and John Salvato are currently awaiting the outcome of their 2008 lawsuit against the estate of Mike Arnone and the current line up called "The Duprees" aka The Testa Group. Richie Rosato, who sang lead for over 20-years, left the group and is now performing with the NJ based "Infernos".
The answer to your questions is yes, Mike Kelly was in many respects a better singer than Joey Vann. But Vann's voice was alsa very good, and probably more marketable to the general public. Kelly's voice was almost too good for Rock n Roll. He had a range that far exceeded most singers at the time. One only has to listen to Kelly's version of Exodus to be convinced of his incredible talent. Sadly, Mike Kelly passed away on August 7, 2012.
Mike Kelly died today 8/7/2012
What duprees songs did mike kelley sing lead
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No, that is a false rumor. R Kelly is alive.
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Yes, Mike had three children with his first wife...2 daughters and 1 son.
Yes! With the children of Arnone and The Duprees performing today who have no original members in the group. There are 2 original members of the Duprees alive today. John Salvato and Tommy Bialoglow.
Joey Van Mike Kelly did the demo but left before the Duprees signed a contract. He returned in 1964.
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What duprees songs did mike kelley sing lead
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Mike Kelly - outfielder - was born on 1970-06-02.
Joe Santollo and Joey Canzano are buried not to far from where they hailed from in Jersey City. They are buried in Holy Cross Cemetary in North Arlington, NJ. Mike Arnone was cremated. Tom Bialoglow, "Original" Duprees
No. It was scripted on the show.
Mike Kelly - Australian politician - was born on 1960-02-23.
Mike Kelly - Canadian football - was born on 1958-02-11.
Mike Kelly - Alaska politician - was born on 1942-05-06.