Genre: Americana / Folk / Rock / Alt-Metal
Location: Austin, TX
Label: Revvolt Records
Kevin Kelly is an Oklahoma-born, Texas-based singer, songwriter, and producer known for his soulful vocals, expressive guitar work, and a distinctive blend of Americana, folk, and rock. With a career spanning more than three decades, Kelly has carved a unique space in the music world by fusing deeply personal songwriting with bold sonic exploration. His sound balances dark textures and edgy dynamics with melodic strength and structural sophistication, bridging traditional roots with atmospheric nuance.
Born into a deeply musical family during the 1970s, Kelly was immersed in sound from an early age. His mother, a classically trained pianist and singer, laid the foundation for his vocal and musical sensibilities. His paternal grandfather played the violin; the soulful tones of the Hammond B3 organ played by his maternal grandfather added a rich, gospel-inflected layer to his upbringing. His great-grandmother, a silent film-era pianist in Los Angeles, contributed a legacy of improvisation and storytelling through music.
Growing up as a latchkey kid in 1980s Oklahoma, Kelly developed his craft by ear, experimenting with the piano in solitude. His first public performance came in 1989 with a vocal choir and xylophone solo in Shawnee, Oklahoma. He taught himself guitar at age 14 and has performed ever since, quickly developing a signature style shaped by intuition and emotional depth.
In 2013, Kelly founded the independent label Revvolt Records, reinforcing his commitment to artistic freedom and supporting like-minded musicians. Whether performing intimate solo sets or producing immersive studio recordings, Kelly continues to explore the intersection of mood, melody, and meaning—building a body of work that honors his origins while pushing the boundaries of his artistic vision.