Vincent Bonelli
“A flash of lighting crosses through the sky
But panic wouldn’t even cross your mind
Dad would sit there in our old garage
Watching the rain”
Vincent Bonelli sings on, “Never Going Back to Shore”, from his EP, Reset. Vincent’s music is the defining sound of folk-pocket. Described as heart-seeking lyrics blended with melodic electric guitars and laid-back drums.
Originally from Buffalo, NY, Vincent started taking guitar lessons at the age of five. He began performing professionally at the age of 11 years old at venues all throughout Buffalo. At fifteen years old he produced and released his first original record, Lines. Around this time Vincent began receiving endorsements from music gear manufactures Keeley Electronics, Walrus Audio, and Morley. Former trumpet player for Frank Sinatra and Aretha Franklin, Jim Bohm said, “Mark my words- keep an eye out for Vincent Bonelli- he's the real deal!”. Three years later was the release of Vincent’s self-titled record, which was also self-produced and mixed. Shortly after releasing his second record, Vincent moved to Nashville, TN to begin working on his degree in Commercial Music at Belmont University.
Besides performing at multiple venues in the Nashville vicinity during this time, there was a new project in the works. In April of 2024, Vincent released the EP, Reset, featuring four new original tracks showcasing his maturity in songwriting. Jaron Bundy was the lead producer on this record and Vincent co-produced. Culminating in a packed release show at the Underdog in East Nashville.
Vincent's latest single, "Don't Waste Time" features a mix of soft rock elements that create a fresh atmosphere for his vivid lyrics. Nashville music reviewer, Rock Oracle says, “His songwriting is that of a painter relaying a vivid focus in art… It is an eerie essence that transpires from all its moving parts. The overtone is the desire or even the need to leave someone that you just can’t seem to let go of".
Aside from Vincent’s artistry, he is known as a sideman guitarist and vocalist for other artists in Nashville. He is a core member of the funk/jazz collective, Cam Gallagher and the Tasty Soul. He has session guitar credits with artists Owen Fader, Brian Nathan, Florine, Nixed, and the Tasty Soul.
