Smooth jazz fusion

14 MP3 Songs
JAZZ: Smooth Jazz, JAZZ: Jazz Fusion



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The young prodigy, who has played his way into the industry, rightfully deserves the title "Rising Star". Reigning from Kansas City, MO, Brian "BK" Kennedy exemplified sure signs of being a prodigy at the tender age of 4. Starting off on the piano playing by ear Brian's parent's caught sight of the flare of talent in their son and ushered him into classical lessons. Brian quickly excelled to the ranks of #1 within his piano class with his unique sound, and eventually showcased his talent to compose in local recitals and talent shows. Establishing a strong performance foundation as a member of the nationally renowned Kansas City Boys Choir (KCBC), Brian unknowingly was learning the fundamentals that would turn him into a world class musician. While attending the Paseo School of Performing Arts, Brian was the top piano player in all genres of music which helped him realize his dream to be in the music industry, and brought him to focus on bringing it to reality.



By the age of 17 he had achieved local notoriety as the area's #1 piano player and garnered a public interest of equal value regarding his production. Realizing that it's now or never, Brian started the process of introducing himself to the world by organizing a band consequently dubbed THE BRIAN KENNEDY PROJECT. In 2004 he released his freshman album, Uneek Season, and sold thousands of copies within his first eight months independently. Gaining regional recognition from this project, and growing into the local radio favorite with his single, Touch of Jazz, were undeniably Brian's first steps in what will surely become a marathon of successes! Following his debut is the highly acclaimed Christmas Jazz album, Christmas in the City, which is keeping pace with it's predecessor in sale comparisons, and has gained as much, if not more, attention for the young artist. Now having relocated to Los Angeles, Brian is fast showing tell tale signs of becoming one of the greatest musicians to bless the worlds ears. Having already established a catalogue containing works with Raphael Saadiq, Wayman Tisdale, Harvey Mason, and various MTV productions, Brian is bound to supersede all expectations laid upon him. Earning the respect of the same people that inspired him with his exceptional writing ability and uncanny ability to compose complex musical pieces on spot! The phenomenal potential that is contained within Brian is unimaginable, and it will surely be an event of a lifetime to witness as this young musician's dream becomes a reality.



Words By: Iyobosa Ighedosa