Coyote Rider
Coyote Rider is an exciting new singer/songwriter project based in Bend, with Kim Kelley on guitar/vocals, Kat Hilst on cello/mandolin/vocals, featuring Tim Coffey on lead guitar. The dynamic synergy created in their music captivates listeners, evoking a deep connection with the full range of human experience. Kim, Kat and Tim have fronted groups including Coyote Willow, Downhill Ryder, Kim Kelley Unit and O’ Sister.
Upcoming Shows
Coyote Rider’s exciting artistic partnership combines the velvety voice of Kim Kelley, Kat Hilst’s powerful cello, their rich vocal harmonies along with the compelling voice of Tim Coffey’s soulful guitar. With their eclectic combination of roots, blues, folk and country genres, Coyote Rider will take you on an unforgettable musical journey.
The group performs original songs that capture the essence of the human spirit. Their songs will rock your soul, touch your heart and get your toes tapping.
The group is based in Bend, Oregon and performs throughout the Pacific Northwest.
About Coyote Rider
Kim Kelley is a folksinger, songwriter, and performer with a progressive flair. Kim began her formal music journey as the lead vocalist and banjo player for a bluegrass/folk band, Mean Willy. She has performed with folk/fusion bands, including Bending Blue and Goober, as a lead singer and banjo player. In 2011, she co-created a 5-piece roots/rock band, Downhill Ryder, as the lead writer, lead singer and guitar player while also teaming up with musicians to perform her original modern-folk songs, billed as Kim Kelley Unit and O' Sister.
Kat Hilst started playing piano at 5 and graduated from Oberlin Conservatory in piano performance. She grew up playing the violin and later switched to the cello and has added mandolin to the mix. As Coyote Willow, Kat & Tim have played together for 15 years performing throughout the Pacific Northwest in intimate as well as larger venues. Coyote Willow has shared the stage with such illustrious artists as Robert Earl Keen, Shawn Mullins and Nickel Creek member, Shawn Watkins.
Tim Coffey hit the road at 19, spending 20 years as a professional touring backup guitarist. Going out on his own, his voice and songwriting were front and center with his project, Coyote Willow. His playing attracted the attention of Breedlove Guitars, who invited him to join their stable of artists. Tim worked with Breedlove to create their “Hear the Difference” series showcasing a variety of the Breedlove guitar line.
