Kelmo
Kelley Bates, known as Kelmo, is making a significant impact on Toronto's underground music scene. His deep love for drum and bass, jungle, UKG, house, and breakbeat shines through in sets that seamlessly blend old-school nostalgia with modern technical production. As a producer, Kelmo's tracks have found a welcoming home on labels like Polyoto, Influenza Media, Flight Pattern Recordings, 9d5Dance, Plaza, and Savory Audio.
Together with Sean Roman and Graham Barg, Kelmo co-founded Lately Bass, a music brand, record label, and internet radio show committed to showcasing Toronto's diverse underground talent. He has been a featured performer at events like Future Forest Festival, Last Planet's DOCD, CCDNB, Kinetic, Toronto DNB, and Wasabi Wednesdays, where he consistently pushes the boundaries of Toronto's sound.
With dedication to his community and craft, Kelmo is quickly gaining recognition as a rising presence in the Canadian music scene.
