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Led by vocalist Heidie Malnassy, Velocity performs an expansive repertoire, including jazz standards, R&B, Soul, Motown, Classic Rock, Contemporary Top 40, and everything in between. The band features world-class talent who have performed alongside Chaka Khan, Common, Wynton Marsalis, and Diana Krall. Three lead vocalists in a 7-piece band are unique in Chicagoland, allowing Velocity to perform with uncommon versatility. The band can be expanded by adding horns and violins as well. At any size, Velocity is a perfect choice for your special event.

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Heidie Malnassy has been belting out tunes since the age of 11. Since moving to Chicago in 2008, she has been a lead vocalist in several Top 40 bands, as well as lead her own original music projects as singer, songwriter and producer. In 2015 she wrote and co-produced her debut EP entitled “No Love Like Our Love” which she was able to release with the help from a fully funded Kickstarter campaign. Her versatile tone and attention to detail have made her a highly sought after vocalist in the Chicago music community. She has performed alongside several highly acclaimed musicians including Paula Cole, Jim Lauderdale, Charlie Sexton, and Todd Rundgren. When she’s not performing, you can catch Heidie as a full time vocal Instructor and Music Director at the School of Rock Oak Park, where she loves to inspire and encourage kids and adults to access their inner rockstar. Heidie received her Bachelor’s of Music from Columbia College Chicago in Contemporary Urban and Popular Music.

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Brien O'Callaghan
Guitar

Matthew Hunter
Vocalist

Carya Holmes
Vocalist

Dan Murphy
Keyboard

Seth Adams
Bass

Lucas Gillian
Drums

Signature Events

Tonn Investments Indy 500 Kick Off Bash

Gottlieb Memorial Hospital Fundraising Gala

MacNeal Hospital Gala

Misericordia Heart of Mercy Ball

Barrington Area Conservation Trust Fundraiser

Visions Ball

Testimonials

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