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Dylan Kelehan
- Valley Cottage, NY
- Singing Guitarist
- Travels nationwide
- $300-$5,000
Overview
Hi! I'm an experienced musician who has toured the country and played with major artists including Pedro Capo, Grace Vanderwaal, The Machine, Neil Berg etc.... I do solo, duo, trio, quartet and could do more. I specialize in the 90s alternative scene and classic rock. I perform with a 4 piece acoustic Tribute to Nirvana and the the MTV unplugged era and with 9 piece Pink Floyd tribute. What I offer can be stripped down or ramped up to cater to whatever event you need music for.
I'm easy going, professional, genuine, happy and hungry for gigs right now. In 2018 I did 181 gigs and I'm eager to get back to that kind of schedule.
12 Reviews
Dylan was a delight to work with and his music was amazing. He took our requests to heart and was very professional. Really added a fun atmosphere for our back yard party. Would definitely recommend Dylan!!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks Maureen! You guys were so sweet and thoughtful! I had such a wonderful experience performing for you.
Dylan performed at our parent’s 50th wedding anniversary party and he was incredible! He was punctual, professional, accommodating and SO talented! The whole party was so impressed with him and we’d totally recommend!!! :)
Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks Nicole! I had so much fun. I truly appreciate your hospitality and friendliness. Everyone was so nice. It never gets old when people are soooo nice. Thanks!!!
Dylan played for a joint bday party & memoir release party we were having for a small group of friends and family and he came with everything that was needed and had such a lovely voice everyone was telling me how great he was for the whole party. I plan on working with him again whenever the next time comes up!
1990s Era Entertainment, Acoustic Band, Cover Band, Rock Band, Tribute Artist, Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks! I loved playing for you and your guests. It was a pleasure and a great atmosphere. I look forward to working with you again. Cheers!!!
Dylan adapted to our situation perfectly. The venue had many rules and was concerned about the level of noise a live performer would create. I was worried that I would have to cancel the entertainment portion of our party. Instead, Dylan adjusted the volume to a level that both pleased the restaurant owner and still provided a great show! He created his own playlist of songs geared towards the 60’s and 70’s with a mix of contemporary rock which was perfect for the age group of our guests. It was a 65th birthday party. Dylan came early to set up and stayed right through to help us sing happy birthday. He provided background music and vocals. He even let the birthday girl sing a duet with him! I give him 5 stars but an even better compliment came from my very picky Uncle Tommy who is a huge fan of Eric Clapton. “This guy is pretty good,” he said about Dylan. I thank Dylan for compromising to accommodate our party but I would love to see him with his own band with no restrictions. That must be quite a show!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks Valerie! I had such a great time playing for all of you. I’m happy to adapt to any situation and I will always make all attempts to add an exclamation point to any event. I appreciate the hospitality and the opportunity. It was so nice to meet all of you and I’m truly honored and thankful to have helped make your event a little bit more special. Oh and that dinner you had me take home was KEY at the 2nd gig later that night. Follow my Instagram and watch a video from the gig I played after your event. You’ll see the difference haha!
We just had Dylan perform at our house party in Greenwich and he was such a huge hit with everyone. Dylan was in consistent communication with us, remained flexible, showed up early and brought our party up so many levels.
Cover Band
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thank you Justin! I had a wonderful time performing for you and your guests. Thanks for welcoming me into your home and being kind and courteous. I would be happy to work with you again!
Dylan was an awesome addition to an annual party we host. Wide selection of songs, he sounded great, and kept the party vibe going. Our weather was very iffy and he picked up on my mood and was funny and calming. Dylan was also so flexible as we had him set up outside to start, then inside because of light rain, and back outside again when it cleared up. Our guests loved Dylan and he definitely leveled up our party.
1990s Era Entertainment, Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks Jeanne! I had a great time and appreciated the hospitality. The steak tips were choice! Please keep me in mind for future events. I appreciated you and your guests. Everyone was cool.
Dylan played at my brother’s 40th birthday and was incredible! He worked the crowd, had an amazing voice and is an incredible guitarist. Played a variety of songs from the 70s 80s and 90s and everyone loved him. We can’t wait to hire him again!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks Sarah! It was. Pleasure getting to perform for you and your family. I appreciate the hospitality and the food to go! Really made my day. Rock on!
Our family has been lucky enough to work with Dylan for about 10 years. He gave my son guitar lessons. He performed solo and with his band at several parties and events. And we have become groupies that follow his performances. His bio very accurately depicts his vibe. For starters, he is likely the most gifted artist you will ever work with personally. Secondly, as a true creative, he helps with planning and execution of your vision, and delights in doing so. And thirdly, he is a true professional saying what he’ll do and doing what he says. Dylan is committed to excellence, as both a performer and an engaged business partner.
Cover Band, Rock Band, Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks Suzanne! Always a pleasure working with your family. Thanks for your continued support!
Dylan and his band were hired to perform at our private event. Dylan played an incredible variety of 90s rock which we requested. He knew how to entertain with the right songs yet also be in the background of the event so people could talk and mingle. I would hire him again in a heartbeat for any private affair.
1990s Era Entertainment, Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks Laurel! We loved how friendly and cool people were at your party. The hospitality was much appreciated. We would love to rock with you again!
Dylan was the hit of the party and made for a fantastic evening. Complete professional and super talented.
Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks Jeff! Loved the party and I appreciate the kind words. Rock on!
Dylan Kelehan is a phenomenal vocalist, guitar player and human being! He showed up early, was sociable and truly a pleasure to have around to play for my husband’s big 50th birthday! Would highly recommend & would hire again!
Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks Caroline! It was hanging with you and your crew. Your husband and I have stayed in touch and have been texting. So great to meet you all. Rock on!
First, musically his singing and guitar playing are on point technically. But he sounds great, has an extensive catalog, and is an amazing human being. Dylan is the man and always the life of the party. He never disappoints and I can't wait for him to come hang with us again soon.
1990s Era Entertainment, Tribute Artist, Singing Guitarist
Response from Dylan Kelehan:
Thanks Steve! Loved performing for you and your friends. You guys were/are the real deal. Glad we know each other. Rock on!
Booking Info
Price Range: $300-$5,000
Gig Length: 10 - 240 minutes
Languages: English, Spanish
What to Expect
I've performed thousands of times at theaters, bars, clubs, backyards, festivals etc
If you need background music, I got you covered. If you need a SHOW, I have you covered. If you need me to be hands on and help you decide what you need I can do that. If you need me to just show up and play, I'm ready to rock.
I'm flexible and I know what goes into making your event as excellent and seamless as possible.
Before the pandemic I was gigging hundreds of times per year. In 2020 I started a music store so I could have an income. Now my store is running smoothly and I want to get back to hundreds of gigs per year.
About
Dylan Kelehan is a New York based musician who Sings, plays Electric Bass, Guitar and Drums. Dylan has sang and performed with Robby Krieger (Guitarist from The Doors), The Machine (North America’s most well known Pink Floyd Tribute), Pedro Capo (Latin American Superstar), and Grace Vanderwaal (Winner of America’s got talent). In addition, he wrote all the lyrics, music, and played all the instruments on his debut album Intentions of a Man. He has been doing music as a profession for 18 years. Dylan lives and breathes music. By day he writes music, works on books and other content, and by night Dylan performs at venues all over the country with Live and Unplugged. His experience is vast, and varies from performances, recording, writing books, and much more. Recently, Dylan formed his new band Live and Unplugged which is a tribute to Nirvana’s iconic MTV unplugged performance and subsequent album. Stop by here for more updates.
Additional Booking Notes
I have gear for solo, duo, trio, and more.
Simply put, I can make just about any situation work with an electrical outlet.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
| August 30, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Birthday Party |
| August 10, 2024 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Anniversary Party |
| May 27, 2024 • 11:30am - 3:30pm | Birthday Party |
| September 23, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Birthday Party |
| September 09, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | House Party |
| June 17, 2023 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | House Party |
| June 10, 2023 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Birthday Party |
Set List
I play a ton of different songs but this list should give you a general idea of what I do
Happy to take requests and learn a few songs within reason
90s
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Black Hole Sun - Soundgarden
Basket Case - Green Day
When I Come around - Green Day
Good Riddance - Green Day
Welcome to Paradise - Green Day
Name - Goo Goo Dolls
Say It Aint So - Weezer
Hey Jealousy - Gin Blossoms
Creep - STP
Vasoline - Stone Temple Pilots
Plush - Stone Temple Pilots
Creep - Radiohead
Dumb - Nirvana
All Apologies - Nirvana
Lake of Fire - Nirvana
TONS more Nirvana
Like a Stone - AudioSlave
Doesn't Remind Me - AudioSlave
Blow up the outside world - Soundgarden
Rooster - Alice in Chains
Man In The Box - Alice In Chains
No Excuses - Alice In Chains
No One Knows - Queens of the Stone Age
What I got - Sublime
Santeria - Sublime
Daughter - Pearl Jam
Alive - Pearl Jam
Wicked Game - Chris Isaac
Possum Kingdom - The Toadies
Bullet With Butterfly wings - Smashing Pumpkins
Self Esteem - The Offspring
Runaway Train - Soul Asylum
Aerials - System of a Down
Love Song - The Cure
Everlong - Foo Fighters
Big Me - Foo Fighters
My Hero - Foo Fighters
Under The Bridge - Red Hot Chili Peppers
Losing my Religion - R.E.M.
Classic Rock
LA Woman - The Doors
Light My Fire - The Doors
Love Me Two Times - The Doors
Space Oddity - David Bowie
Come Together - The Beatles
Something - The Beatles
Wish You Were Here - Pink Floyd
Comfortably Numb - Pink Floyd
Another Brick in the Wall parts 1-3 - Pink Floyd
Breath - Pink Floyd
TONS MORE PINK FLOYD
American Girl, You Don't know how it feels, Mary Jane's etc - Tom Petty
Have You Ever Seen the rain - CCR
Fortunate Son - CCR
Harvest Moon - Neil Young
Moondance - Van Morrison
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Sister Golden Hair - America
Ramble On - Led Zeppelin
Thank You - Led Zeppelin
Good Times Bad Times - Led Zeppelin
Dazed and Confused - Led Zeppelin
Whole Lotta Love - Led Zeppelin
Melissa - Allman Brothers
Whipping Post - Allman Brothers
War Pigs - Black Sabbath
Crazy Train - Ozzy
The Wind Cries Mary - Jimi Hendrix
Purple Haze - Jimi Hendrix
Voodoo Chile - Jimi Hendrix
I Feel Free - Cream
Sunshine of your love - Cream
Won't Get Fooled Again - The Who
Stuck in the middle - Steelers Wheel
Roadhouse Blues - The Doors
Life in the fast lane - The Eagles
Hotel California - The Eagles
Love Song - The Cure
Five To One - The Doors
Hello I love you - The Doors
Influences & Inspiration
I'm 38 years old. I grew up with the 90s and classic rock.
MTV and Pink Floyd are my favorites but can get pretty heavy or light depending on my mood or the crowd.
Setup Requirements
Wall outlet