Haliene, born Kelly Melissa Sweet on March 29, 1988, is an American vocalist primarily associated with electropop and electronic dance music (EDM). She has built a reputation through vocal collaborations with a range of prominent EDM producers. Her work is characterized by melodic, emotive singing that complements high‑energy electronic productions.
Sweet began her professional music career under the moniker Haliene, transitioning from earlier songwriting and independent releases to focus on vocal features within the EDM scene. Over the years she has partnered with artists such as Armin van Buuren, Seven Lions, ATB, Ferry Corsten, Aly & Fila, Da Tweekaz, and Gareth Emery. The collaboration "Saving Light" with Gareth Emery and Standerwick earned the A State of Trance "Tune of the Year" award, highlighting her impact within the genre. In addition to collaborations, Haliene released the solo track "Walk Through Walls," accompanied by an official music video that showcases her solo artistic identity.
Haliene’s vocal style blends the accessibility of electropop with the expansive soundscapes of trance and progressive house. Her performances often emphasize clear, soaring melodies and lyrical themes of resilience and introspection. While specific influences are not documented in the provided sources, her consistent work with trance and melodic‑bass producers suggests an affinity for the emotive qualities typical of those sub‑genres.
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Haliene operates as a solo project; there are no additional permanent band members.
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Haliene has become a recognized voice within the EDM community, contributing to tracks that have achieved both commercial success and critical acclaim. The A State of Trance "Tune of the Year" award for "Saving Light" underscores her influence on the trance scene. Her consistent presence on high‑profile releases demonstrates a trusted partnership model between vocalists and producers in modern electronic music.