Forrest Kline

Forrest Scott Kline was born on November 7, 1983, in Ashland, Oregon. He spent his formative years in Huntington Beach and Palm Desert, California, attending Huntington Beach High School. Early in his career, Kline established himself as a musician, singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is primarily known as the lead vocalist and creative force behind the power pop band Hellogoodbye. The band gained national recognition after winning the MTV2 Dew Circuit Breakout contest, which helped launch their career and solidify Kline’s role as a prominent figure in the music scene. His early work with Hellogoodbye laid the foundation for his diverse career in music, encompassing various roles from performing to composing and producing.

Throughout his career, Kline has demonstrated his musical talents across different platforms. As a composer and writer, his music has been featured in several television series and films. Notable contributions include writing for popular shows like “Desperate Housewives” (2011), “Royal Pains” (2010), “Pretty Little Liars” (2014), “Awkward.” (2014), and “Degrassi: The Next Generation” (2008). He also contributed to major film soundtracks such as “Daddy Day Camp” (2007) and “Clouds” (2020), showcasing his ability to adapt his songwriting to various media. Beyond his band, Kline extended his expertise to production, notably producing Never Shout Never’s “The Summer EP” in 2009 and Hellogoodbye’s second LP, “Would It Kill You?”, in 2010. His consistent involvement in various musical projects highlights his ongoing impact and versatility in the entertainment industry.

Kline’s career progression reflects a consistent engagement with music, marked by both his sustained work with Hellogoodbye and his collaborative and production efforts with other artists and projects. He has been instrumental in writing and composing for Hellogoodbye’s releases, including the EPs “Hellogoodbye” (2004) and “When We First Met” (2009), and albums like “Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs!” (2006) and “Everything Is Debatable” (2013). His involvement as a songwriter has also led to his music being featured in video games like “Amped 3” (2005). These diverse engagements underline Kline’s dedication to music creation and his ability to contribute meaningfully to various artistic endeavors over two decades.