I’m a Grammy nominated songwriter(best folk album 2017) and worldwide touring musician with 20 years of experience as a session vocalist and songwriter on Folk, Rock, Americana, Pop, and R&B recordings. I've written and sung with some of the best including Judy Collins, The Jayhawks, The Indigo Girls and Declan O'Rourke
Available for: Vocal Session work, Topline (melody) writing
If you've got a song that needs more melodic hooks, or your song is just in need of great lead or background vocals, I'm your guy.
I'm a natural baritone with 4+ octave vocal range and strong falsetto, I'm adaptable and versatile(check out the examples), and I can come up with vocal arrangements on the spot if that's what you need.
My studio has top of the line gear and you'll get a dry mix high quality recording of my work, so you can edit it as you please.
Upon completion (usually 2-3 days), I will send you a reference mix, and if you're not satisfied, you can ask for 2 free revisions. Subsequent revisions are $100.
Songwriting - I write most often over the web and specialize in melody writing. On SoundBetter I charge a nominal writing fee and share credit fairly with cowriters. Inquire for more info!
To learn more about me, visit www.arihest.com
Thanks!
Ari
Contact me through the green button above and let's get to work.
Credits
AllMusic verified credits for Ari Hest- Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen
- Frank Solivan
- The Jayhawks
- Judy Collins
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- Jamie Bendell
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- Declan O'Rourke
- Declan O'Rourke
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- Stephanie Schneiderman
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- Vienna Teng
- Julian Velard
- Stephen Kellogg & the Sixers
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- The Women's Lunch Place
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Languages
- English
38 Reviews - 4 Repeat Clients
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It was a pleasure working with Ari.
Really nice voice, excellent lead and background vocals. Great communication and quick turnaround. - check_circleVerified
It was a pleasure working with Ari on my most recent project. His vocals were fantastic, professionally recorded and completed timely. I look forward to working with him again in the future.
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Ari did a tremendous job on the most recent track!
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Very professional and easy to work with. Highly Recommend!
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Once again, Ari did a fantastic job. I highly recommend working with him.
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An excellent and expressive vocal. Really captured the song. Loved it! Super quick turnaround too. Thanks so much!
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Ari's talent is off the charts! Ari also has an innate ability to interpret and translate from the rough tracks I have provided him, which is a super impressive skill among his vast skill set.
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This is our first time working with Ari and my only issue is that I wish soundbetter offered ten stars for rating. He is an exceptional talent and a true pro. His voice and vocal command are amazing and we can't wait to work with Ari again! Thank you Ari for bringing your talents to our latest song. Richard
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Amazing singer, very soulful performance, look forward to working together again!
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It was great working with Ari for the lead and backing vocals on my song. He completely understood what I was going for and delivered the perfect set of vocals for the song. He is also a clear communicator and a true professional.
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This guy is really special. His voice brought my song to life and gave me chills! Ari really understood my vision for the song.
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Great vocals. Quick turnaround. Good communicator. A+
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Ari has been a pleasure to work with.
Highly recommended ! - check_circleVerified
Great work as usual !
A pleasure working with Ari ! - check_circleVerified
Ari has been a pleasure to work with, and wrote some great harmonies for my tune.
Strongly recommended. - check_circleVerified
Ari’s voice is both captivating and powerful; he effortlessly conveys a depth of emotion that is rare to find. His guitar skills brought a vibrant energy to the track. He’s always willing to go the extra mile to ensure the highest quality and satisfaction. Ari has worked on several tracks for me, and I look forward to the next song I send him. I unreservedly recommend Ari!
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Ari delivered a truly exceptional performance. He is super professional, efficient, and on top of things from start to finish. Can't wait to do more with him.
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Ari is a gifted vocalist and a true pro. Thank you for enriching this song and the character who sings it!
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It's been a real privilege to work with Ari - a world-class musician and artist in general, but what a gorgeous vocal instrument in his rich baritone! Couldn't have been more suited to the material I am working up, which I'd like to think comes in somewhere in Leonard Cohen territory (I should be so lucky!). Ari, thank you so much - oh my how you've elevated this recording. My deepest thanks.
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Great voice, on time, and easy to work with! Ari has everything you want in a demo singer!
I was the Songwriter, Singer of all vocals in this production
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- UA Apollo Twin
- Recording in Logic Pro X or Luna
- Mojave MA 200 and Shure SM7 Mics
- 1963 Gibson J50
- Martin D16 and Taylor 555
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