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about kem
It has been said that music feeds the soul, but KEM's journey is equally, if
not more inspirational. R&B Singer/Songwriter/Producer KEM's love of music
began as a child. Music saw him through the darkest moments in his life,
took him to the top of the industry's record charts, and earned him a record
deal with Universal Motown Records.
A self-taught musician, KEM was born in Nashville and raised in Detroit, the
birthplace of Motown Records. "I wanted to make music all of my life. I
started playing piano when I was five," he recalls.
Several years after high school, his life took a downward turn and he
eventually found himself in and out of drug rehab and homeless shelters. He
dove into his music during those times, and he remembers, "They would have
to kick me off the piano every night in one shelter." He hit rock bottom
when he awoke one night sleeping outside after breaking shelter rules, and
he became determined to clean up his act.
While waiting tables, singing at weddings and at any gig in town, he
continued to write and record his music. In March of 2002, KEM independently
released his first CD, KEMISTRY (Album I) and sold more than 10,000 CD's
before piquingthe interest of Universal Motown.
Today, KEM takes the opportunity to minister through music, sharing his
life's journey with his audience at every concert. He testifies openly about
overcoming alcohol addiction and drug use and touts his sobriety since 1990.
He never neglects to give honor and glory to God for his achievements.
As fans await his third release, hit singles from both albums continue to
receive regular airplay, proving KEM is truly an artist for the ages.
BIRTHDAY: July 23 – Sign: Leo |
BIRTHPLACE: Nashville, TN
MARITAL STATUS: Single
CURRENT RESIDENCE: Metro Detroit, MI
PHYSICAL: 5’11” Lean Frame with Broad
Shoulders
CHILDREN: 1 Daughter
TALENT: Vocalist, Writer, Producer,
Composer
INSTRUMENTS: Keyboards – Started playing
at age 5
MUSICAL STYLE: Soul/R&B
PERFORMANCE STYLE: Live Band including
6 members
MUSICAL INFLUENCES: Grover Washington,
Jr., Steely Dan, Stevie Wonder, Prince &
Parliament Funkadelic
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