Tim David Kelly

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Tim David Kelly
Genres Alternative, Rock, Metal
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter, producer, mixer, composer
Years active1994–present
Labels MCA, Headliner, Mityma, Ultradose
Website timdavidkelly.com

Tim David Kelly is an American musician, songwriter, record producer, graphic designer & composer for TV/film. He is the singer, guitarist and songwriter for the alternative rock band Kicking Harold whose still popular [1] song "Gasoline" from Space Age Breakdown was featured as the main theme for 8 seasons (72 episodes)on TLC's automobile make-over show, Overhaulin' . Kelly has written many songs for others, including co-writing "Money For That" for the band Shiny Toy Guns. [2] [3] He has produced several albums, including co-producing Lightning Strikes Again by Dokken. [4] [5] Kelly has composed main themes and music cues used in television and film including Gene Simmons Family Jewels (A&E) & Little Steven's Underground Garage. Kicking Harold released their 5th album, "Red Light District" in 2015 and completed a 25 date American tour as direct support for "The Winery Dogs". In 2017 Kelly opened a new music production studio in Burbank, CA and is currently working again with other artist as well as his own projects.

Contents

Discography

Albums with Kicking Harold
Albums as Tim David Kelly
Albums with Zombie Oil
Albums with The Bloodshot Gamblers
Albums with Marshal Gold*

"Alchemy" (Ultradose Music) (2020) – Vocals, Guitars, Drums, Producer, Mixer, Songwriter

Album credits

TV/Film Credits

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