Carmel Helene - Tickle Belly Hill Music
CARMEL HELENE is an American vocalist, musician, songwriter, music producer, and vocal coach based in Los Angeles, California. With a career spanning nearly three decades, she has built a diverse catalog across multiple genres, including country, rock, pop, jazz, R&B, and metal. Her work has been featured in television, independent films, and commercials, earning her nominations from the L.A. Music Awards and California Country Awards, as well as an endorsement from Taylor Guitars.
Having performed in over 34 countries, Carmel has taken the stage in front of audiences as large as 80,000 people. She is currently a lead vocalist on Stewart Copeland’s Deranged for Orchestra tour. Her extensive touring history includes collaborations with Miley Cyrus, Billy Ray Cyrus, Michael Bolton, Luis Miguel, and Johnny Hallyday, solidifying her reputation as a powerhouse performer and industry veteran.
APPEARS ON
HAS WORKED WITH
Armand Sabal-Lecco - Bass
Billy Sheehan - Bass
Carl Verheyen - Guitar
Don Was - Producer
Franklin Vanderbilt - Drums
Jaco Caraco - Guitar
Jim Kimball - Producer
Kashif - Producer
Lonnie Park - Producer
Narada Michael Walden - Producer
Nick Mundy - Producer
Randy Jackson - A&R
Robert Brookins - Producer
Rusty Anderson - Guitar
Skrillex - Producer
Sheryl Crow - Artist
Jeffrey Steele - Artist
Melvin Lee Davis - Bass
John Novello - Artist
Honey County - Artist
Tyler Bates - Producer
Mark Isham - Trumpet
Adassa Candiani - Vocals
Willie Murillo - Trumpet
Geoff Dugmore - Drums
Jeff Nathanson - Sax
Amy Keys - Vocals
Gary Novak - Drums
Briana Lee - Vocals
Trevor Muzzy - Producer
Greg Zlap - Harmonica
Ricky Kej - Producer
Chris Null - Guitar
Charlie Drayton - Drums
Edwin Outwater - Conductor
Molly Sandén - Artist
Cheche Alara - Conductor
Olga Lounová - Artist
HAS ALSO WORKED WITH
Andy Goldmark - Hit songwriter, multi-platinum producer
Aleena Gibson - Hit songwriter, JLo, Leona Lewis, Red One
Richie Kotzen - Rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, Poison, Mr. Big, Winery Dogs
Marc Nelson - Singer, songwriter, Az Yet, Boys II Men
C.C. Thomas - Diana Ross MD, bassist
Chad Wright - MD, Drummer Michael Bolton
Jan Buckingham - Nashville hit songwriter
Judy Stakee - Music publisher, artist development, Sheryl Crow, Katy Perry
Jaco Caraco - Guitar Kelly Clarkson Show, songwriter, producer
Derek Bramble - British producer and songwriter, David Bowie, Whitney Houston, Faith Hill
Steve Brewster - Drummer, Dolly Parton
SYMPHONY HALLS
Meyerson Symphony Hall - Dallas Symphony
Schermerhorn Symphony Center - Lead singer with Nashville Symphony
The Rady Shell, San Diego - Lead singer with San Diego Symphony
Benaroya Hall, Seattle - Lead singer with Seattle Symphony
Atlanta Symphony Hall - Atlanta Symphony
The Soraya, Great Hall - Re-Collective Orchestra
Blossom Music Center - Cleveland Orchestra
Orpheum Symphony Hall - Vancouver Symphony
Genesee Theater - Chicago Symphony
Holland Center - Omaha Symphony
Boettcher Concert Hall - Colorado Symphony
Eastman Theatre - Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
Snow Park Outdoor Ampitheater - Utah Symphony
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall - Oregon Symphony
Bradley Symphony Center - Milwaukee Symphony
Kleinhans Music Hall - Buffalo Symphony
Palais Montcalm -Quebec Symphony
Orchestra Hall - Detroit Symphony
The Palladium - Carmel Symphony
Warner Theater - Eerie Philharmonic Orchestra
ORIGINAL MUSIC
VIDEOS
PRESS
MUSIC
Produced, Lyrics & Melody, Vocals
by
Carmel Helene
Tickle Belly Hill Music
God Is Good
PRODUCTION SAMPLES
BEFORE & AFTER
If I Were A Movie Star
Back Porch
COACHING
Vocals | Songwriting | Live Performance
Carmel provides expert coaching in voice, songwriting, and live performance—an unparalleled opportunity to learn from an accomplished artist with a profound understanding of the music industry, built from the ground up.
As a celebrated music producer, songwriter, and vocalist, Carmel’s career spans nearly three decades and performances in 34 countries. From solo busking with her guitar to captivating stadium audiences of over 80,000, she offers a wealth of experience and insights into technique, artistic growth, and achieving long-term musical goals.
Carmel’s professional journey includes collaborations with global icons such as Miley Cyrus, Billy Ray Cyrus, Stewart Copeland, Johnny Hallyday, Michael Bolton, Luis Miguel, and more. Her roots in music are as diverse as her career. Starting in her hometown of San Francisco, Carmel performed in heavy metal bands before evolving to front classic and modern country acts, mastering a broad spectrum of styles along the way. This versatility has been key to her success and is a cornerstone of her teaching philosophy.
Whether you aspire to strengthen your vocal technique, refine your songwriting skills, or prepare for dynamic live performances, Carmel’s coaching is designed to empower you with the tools, confidence, and industry insight needed to build and sustain a successful music career.
Delivering Master Classes with Stewart Copeland at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas.
Female Music Producer
TESTIMONIALS
“The ladies are from three different worlds [Carmel Helene, Amy Keys, Ashley Tamar]; they’re triple scale alpha vocalists here in Los Angeles. Backing singers generally have more technique and more exactitude in their performance than do star singers. So, these women are all really technically proficient, but I egged them on. I exhorted them to step forward, take the mic, grab the spotlight. And they really did. They really did put stuff beyond what you would get from session musicians and they really lit it up, all three women in very different ways.
Carmel and the alto range, she’s the rock upon which all the others build, very solid and with a lot of unique personality. Carmel is into heavy metal and country, so she has a cultural makeup that is very interesting”
“Carmel can sing!!! She’s got style, passion and the chops, with professionalism earned from years of experience in the studio and on tour. She has sung on many songs for us in the past and many more to come in the future. Highly recommended!”
“Carmel is an amazing singer, songwriter AND producer. She’s not only super versatile and talented,but extremely professional and a pleasure to work with. Will definitely be hiring her for many future jobs to come.”
“Charismatic and over-loaded with star power”
“Carmel is a powerhouse producer, but also an amazing artist in her own right. As a lead vocalist she tours internationally as well as fronting for artists like Stewart Copeland and backing for Miley Cyrus and Sheryl Crow. I have worked with her in the studio, live, and as a co-composer and collaborator. She is not only a remarkable talent deep into the industry, but also passionate about the community”
“I feel fortunate to have had Carmel bring six of my songs to life. Like an actress, she becomes the lead character in my stories, her golden voice weaving seamlessly into the music, giving each its own uniques personality.
Our latest collaboration occurred during the COVID lock-down and she was able to complete the project remotely in her home studio.
I appreciate her amazing talent, flexibility and professionalism, and look forward to our next adventure.”
“Inevitable rise to fame”
“If you want musically at a professional level sometimes referred to as “soul”, don’t hesitate to hire Carmel Helene! I have produced many tracks with her, co-write with her and performed live with her - she is the best hands down! She will elevate your music to a level beyond your expectations!”
“Carmel is a rare gem. She never gives you the bare minimum. When you hire Carmel she works tirelessly and always with a smile on her face, because she genuinely loves music, creating it and ushering it into the world. She is not only multi-talented but the quality of her productions are first class.”
“Carmel’s one of the best songwriters I have ever met. She is insanely creative and also extremely talented at producing. not to mention, she also has one of the best singing voices I have ever heard in music. She brought my songs to life, and brought ideas I wouldn’t have thought about alone without her. Working with her was CRUCIAL for finishing my music, and working with her in the studio is like I’m living a dream. She is SO easy to work with, communicate and attentive. Her production, singing and songwriting skills are off the charts. you get all of that in one person! Can’t wait to keep working with her genius mind. Look no further than Carmel; she has it all. THANK YOU Carmel for making me so happy with the end product of my songs.”