2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Lee’s debut album “Imagine” in 1995, Lee has launched a remarkable career including 26 albums. A powerhouse vocalist praised by fellow musicians for her strong vocals on equal footing to musical instruments, Lee’s improvisational flair and electrifying performances have captivated fans worldwide. The 2001 Nissan Stage commercial featuring her rendition of “We Will Rock You” propelled her into the mainstream, with her subsequent album “Voices” becoming a major hit, selling over 250,000 copies. Lee’s accolades include topping the female vocalist category in the “Japan Jazzmen Reader Popularity Poll” for an impressive 13 consecutive years. In 2003, she achieved the “triple crown” by winning “Album of the Year,” “Jazzman of the Year,” and the “Top Female Vocalist” award. Her popularity extends beyond Japan, with a dedicated following in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and South Korea. Lee continues to push boundaries, as evidenced by her 2015 album “LOVE XX” featuring a virtual duet with the legendary Billie Holiday. More recently, Lee released her 25th-anniversary album “Keiko Lee Live at Jazz in Lovely” (2020) and her fourth best-of collection “Voices IV” (2022).