Kiki Ebsen

06/18/2026

Sorry to hear of the passing of Walt Parazaider. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who loved him.

Chicago gave me my very first professional touring gig, and I'll always be grateful for that experience. It was just so incredible to listen to those songs night after night.

Rest in peace, Walt, and thank you for the music. ❤️🎶 https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10151157148452356&set=a.10151157148372356

In 1987, the band Chicago gave me my first touring gig as an offstage keyboardist and MIDI technician. One girl, eighteen guys! First show? The Budokan in Tokyo (no rehearsal). For two years I toured and recorded with the band. This experience was the beginning of my amazing career as a keyboardist/vocalist. Later, I would join solo tours (onstage) with both Peter Cetera and Bill Champlin. It was rock 'n roll boot camp at it's finest. Two and a half decades later I'm happy to say "Congratulations Boys" for your induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It's about time. Thank you for the stellar memories! xoxo. with Jason Scheff and Walt Parazaider.

05/23/2026

Just one week from today, I will be performing with Lookout Mountain - The Music of Laurel Canyon as part of the Get Together Now benefit at the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles. Lots of terrific artists taking the stage, including Carl Verheyen and Dan Navarro. Click the link to take advantage of the Memorial Day ticket discounts. https://laorpheum.com/calendar/get-together-now-concert-jesse-colin-young-tribute/

05/22/2026

The best part of my time with Chicago was getting to listen to this guy every night! Happiest of birthdays to you, Bill Champlin

05/15/2026

Tickets are on sale now for the Get Together Now concert honoring Jesse Colin Young, benefiting local charities on May 30 at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles.

https://laorpheum.com/calendar/get-together-now-concert-jesse-colin-young-tribute/

Headliners include Lookout Mountain - The Music of Laurel Canyon featuring me alongside Steve Postell, Jeff Pevar, James Raymond, Steve Ferrone, and Travis Carlton.
https://rockcellarmagazine.com/get-together-now-charity-concert-los-angeles-2026-jesse-colin-young/
Other incredible artists include Laurence Juber and Carl Verheyen, plus so many more.

Join us for an evening of timeless music for a great cause.

A special charity concert is set for May 30 at the Orpheum Theatre in LA, inspired by the words and message of the late Jesse Colin Young of The Youngbloods and their "Get Together."

05/13/2026

I am looking forward to performing with Lookout Mountain - The Music of Laurel Canyon on May 30th at the Orpheum in Los Angeles. This is a charity concert with some amazing artists. You can get tickets here https://laorpheum.com/calendar/get-together-now-concert-jesse-colin-young-tribute/