Harmoni Kelley

Electric Bass/BG Vox

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18 Reviews (15 Verified)
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Touring bassist and background vocalist, currently on tour with Kenny Chesney. I would love to work with you on your next project!

Hey there! I am an Austin-based professional touring and studio bass player and background vocalist. I've been playing bass for over 20 years and currently have the great pleasure of touring with Kenny Chesney. Being from Austin, TX and living in Nashville for a 5 years stint, I've been able to have such a diverse musical experience, playing and recording with different artists in all types of genres: Americana, folk, R&B, country, bluegrass, funk, pop, rock, blues, etc. I pride myself on having deep pockets, a solid groove and the ability to come up with melodic basslines. I'm a firm believer in playing for the song.

I would love to talk with you about what you're looking for and see if we can make some magic happen on your next project. Your satisfaction is my number one priority and my goal is to deliver something to you that you're truly happy with. That also means that if for some reason I don't feel that I'm the right player your project, I'll say so rather than just take the work. Transparency and honesty is key. This project is your baby and I want you to love it!

Hit the contact button to get in touch with me and let's chat!

Feel free to pop over to my website at www.HarmoniKelley.com.

Contact me through the green button above and let's get to work.

18 Reviews - 4 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Rocky B.
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    Super stuff...once again. Kelly is amazing and incredibly professional I can't imagine using anyone else....this is my 5th song with her on bass....more to come. Tasty playing, in the pocket, and quick turn around with great communication every step of the way....

  2. Review by Rocky B.
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    Another stellar bass track from a great pro....I'm so glad I have access to Harmoni's bass chops via sound better.

    Simply incredible, quick. and so musical.!

  3. Review by Rocky B.
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    Harmoni continues to be amazing. Pro pro Pro...groove and some very tasty transitions....so kind and generous and talented...quick communication. quick turn around...three straight songs...will continue to utilize her musicianship/bass playing on anything I do.
    Not enough superlatives!!!

  4. Review by Rocky B.
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    Well, what can i say. Song2 with Harmoni providing Bass and good vibes. Such a Professional. !!!
    She is now a permanent part of my "virtual" sound Better band (for as long as she chooses to indulge me).

    All the stars in the world to her. With much appreciation.

  5. Review by Rocky B.
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    Just wonderful ....so easy to work with. so professional and prompt in her responses. Can't recommend highly enough. More stars if they had 'em.

  6. Review by David Guinn
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    Harmoni is fun to work with and she is one hell of a bassist. Huge thumbs up here!

  7. Review by Israel Malek
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    As always... Killer! Thank you again Harmoni:)

  8. Review by Michael Costelloe
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    Harmoni created another beautiful bass track on a song where the verses used non-diatonic, extended chords. She was also able to work in some delicious motifs in the higher registers of the bass that perfectly fit the sound and feel of the track. She is truly a versatile bass player who can work with different genres and styles.

  9. Review by Israel Malek
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    As always... GREAT!!! My reviews for Harmoni are starting to sound a little repetitive here but what else can I say? Thanks again Harmoni:)

  10. Review by Ger K.
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    It was a real pleasure working with Harmoni. She's a fabulous bass player who got the feel of the song immediately. Exactly what I was looking for. Excellent communication and would love to work with again. Would highly recommend 👍

  11. Review by Michael Costelloe
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    Harmoni takes a very thoughtful approach to composing a bass line. Her playing not only supplies the essential bottom-end for a song, but also keeps things interesting without conflicting in any way with the other instruments. She's also a pleasure to work with and extremely reliable.

  12. Review by David Guinn
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    This is my 2nd time working with Harmoni, she is a real professional and a true pleasure to work with. Everyone knows she is a great bass player, but she also has a producers ear. I will return.

  13. Review by Israel Malek
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    Awesome playing again! Harmoni's takes really gave a fresh breath of life to my track. Very tastefu too. Thank you Harmoni!

  14. Review by Israel Malek
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    Harmoni was great! She gave me so many options to choose from with multiple basses. All great tone and feel! Just what my track needed. Thank you Harmoni!

  15. Review by David Guinn
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    Harmoni, is a true professional and a pleasure to work with.

  16. Review by Stefano Intelisano
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    Harmoni is a passionate and competent musician, all heart and soul, that's going to craft that perfect "meat and potatoes" part that the song calls for.

  17. Review by Chris Peterson
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    Harmoni has an incredible musicality. She deftly reflects the mood and dynamics of any song with a fluid intuition. She also carefully and patiently listens to and checks in with the producer to ensure she is accurately reflecting what is sought for a song. Harmoni has recorded electric bass, lead vocals, and harmony vocals for several of my projects, and in addition to her being friendly and easy to work with, the songs have always been greatly enhanced with her contributions.

  18. Review by Cole Kercheval
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    Harmoni was a pleasure to work with on my project. What you want from a remote collaborator is; talent, an ear for production, good communication, and timeliness. She totally checked the box on all attributes. I gave her some ideas and she confirmed that they aligned with what she would have done for the song. Since I’m not a bass player, getting her guidance on the initial production direction for bass tone and style was very helpful. She gave me a performance that I loved, turned it around quickly, and was an effective communicator throughout. She made the song move! Thank you Harmoni!

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Various artists - Kenny Chesney, James McMurtry, Slaid Cleaves

I was the Bass player and background vocalist (depending on track) in this production

GenresSounds Like
  • Kenny Chesney
  • Ray LaMontagne
  • Motown
Gear Highlights
  • MacBook Pro
  • LogicPro X
  • Rupert Neve DI
  • The Brick mic pre-amp
  • Mackie Onyx 2-2
  • Shure SMB7 mic
  • Ampeg PF 500 & 2X10 cabinet
  • various Fender 4 and 5 string basses (passive & Active)
  • Kalal Uke Basses
  • Sadowsky SBP-1 Bass Preamp/DI combo
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