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Live Recording
Personnel: Kem (vocals, arranger, keyboards); Quenton Baxter, "Uncle Reggie" McTaw (guitar); David McMurray (tenor saxopphone); Raycee Biggs, Edward Gooch (trumpet); Fred "Rodriguez" Robinson (bass); Andre "Zapp" Driscoll (drums).
Recorded at Willray Productions, Masterpiece Sound Studios, Detroit, Michigan.
Personnel: Kem (vocals, keyboards); David McMurray (tenor saxophone); Edward Gooch (trumpet); Fred "Rodriguez" Robinson (bass guitar); Andre "Zapp" Driscoll (drums); Marlon "Wild Bill" Curry (percussion).
Recording information: Masterpiece Sound, Detroit, MI; Willray Productions, Detroit, MI.
Arranger: Kem.
Detroiter Kem Owens landed a five-album deal with Motown, and it's plain to see in the talent on display throughout his debut, Kemistry, why the label was attracted to him. Another reason why he was snapped up has to be for the lack of development that talent requires -- here, he arrives as fully formed as a label can hope for. Not only does Kem write, arrange, and produce all of his material, but he plays keyboards and also sings in a comforting, non-flashy manner. He isn't anxious to let you know he has a four-octave range. In fact, he's at the top of his game when his words of devotion and faith are gently wrapped around skeletal and hushed arrangements. He knows his strengths and never out-steps his boundaries, delivering a consistent, mature cross of R&B and jazz. ~ Andy Kellman
Like a male Sade, or vintage Steely Dan without the irony, smooth R&B vocalist Kem weaves mellow, late-night musical tapestries over '70s-style jazz grooves. In the process, he manages to sound completely contemporary without so much as a single hip-hop beat or squiggly synth line. Kem's voice is an instrument of subtle grace and power, his vocal timbre and clipped phrasing owing an immediately obvious debt to Sam Cooke, but, interestingly, also occasionally recalling Dave Matthews. Best of all, however, is the Motown vocalist's sense of restraint. The maturity of his delivery belies his youth and puts many established vocalists to shame. Combining the best elements of Luther Vandross, Lou Rawls, and Seal, Kem delivers a slab of jazz-inflected rhythm & blues that proves it's still possible to serve up a maximum amount of soul with a minimum of fuss.
Vibe (4/03, p.176) - 3.5 discs out of 5 - "...This is old-fashioned midnight-love music. And Lord knows we could all use some..."
Kemistry Music Review Average Rating: (4.4 out of 5 stars)   List All Reviews SONGBIRD
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Submitted by bananapudding34 (baltimore maryland) 
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The hottest new jazz/R&B talent in years
If you are into jazz and R&B music, Kem's first album "Kemistry" is a must hear. He uses his soothing unique voice as another instrument blending rythm and range into a melodic wonder. Watch for his second album due out in March 2005, it sounds as good as his first.
Submitted by brucebmw (Lathrup Village, MI, USA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No MAARVELOUS!!!!!!!!!!
As a "new" artist I more than pleased with this cd. He has the diveristy and control of Al Jarreau reaching highs and lows so smoothly it is hardly noticable. I put this in my car and had to buy another cd for the house! And lets not forget the band..thank God for sax players and Guitarists...I can't say enough about this cd it is simply MAARVELOUW!!
Submitted by a reviewer (Hayward, California)
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I was quite impressed with the soul this man has, and it come through clearly in his music. Beside the already popular "Love Calls' ballad, there are other items on the the CD that I feel will be hits.
Submitted by a reviewer (Detroit, Michigan)
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Surprisingly refreshing
It's wonderful to hear a new artist with a unique sound who writes real music. You can understand his words, and hum the tunes. Thank you, Kem.
Submitted by a reviewer (Wayne, PA , USA)
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Purchase Kemistry CD To buy, Click on price to add to cart | Kindred The Family Soul Surrender To Love CD (2003)
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Contains seven untitled hidden tracks following "Freedom".
Kindred The Family Soul: Fatin Dantzler, Aja Graydon (vocals, various instruments).
Additional personnel includes: Ursula Rucker (spoken vocals); James Poyser (various instruments); Doc Gibbs (percussion); King ...
| | Dwele Subject CD (2003)
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Personnel includes: Dwele, Slum Village.
Producers includes: Dwele, Jake & The Phatman, Ronald Estill, Dwayne Bastiany, Pete Kuzma.
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| | Brian Mcknight Gemini CD (2005)
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Personnel: Brian McKnight (vocals, keyboards); Juvenile (rap vocals); Tyron Chase (guitar); Chris Loftin (bass guitar); Prescott Ellison (drums).
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| | Kem Album II CD (2005)
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Personnel: Kem (vocals, keyboards); Quentin Baxter, Reggie McTaw (guitar); Stevie Wonder (harmonica); David McMurray (saxophone); Brian O'Neal (keyboards, synthesizer); Fred Robinson , Al Turner (bass instrument); Ron Otis (drums); Marlon Curry (percussion).
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| | Isley Brothers Isleys Live CD (1973)
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The 1996 reissue of THE ISLEYS LIVE includes extra tracks from the album LIVE AT YANKEE STADIUM originally released on T-Neck (#3004) in September 1969.
Personnel includes: Ronald Isley, Rudolph Isley, O'Kelly Isley (vocals, arrangers); Ernie Isley (electric guitar); Chris Jasper (piano); Marvin Isley (bass); Neil Bathe (drums); Karl Potter (conga).
Producers: Ronald Isley, O'Kelly Isley, Rudolph Isley.
Recorded live in 1969 and 1973. Originally released on T-Neck (3010). Includes liner notes by David Nathan.
The Isleys Live is one of the finest funk/soul live albums ever recorded. The first eight tracks come from club gigs in 1971 and 1972, while the last three are from a 1969 show at Yankee Stadium. The group's biggest and most identifiable hit, "It's Your Thing," is featured twice, each version extremely inspired. But the most interesting thing about The Isleys Live is the inclusion of several cover songs, such as Carole King's "It's Too Late," Neil Young's "Ohio," Bob Dylan's "Lay Lady Lay," and ...
| | Anastacia Not That Kind CD (2000) (Import) Enhanced CD; Australia
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The blonde woman with the big voice! Her first single "I'm Outta Love" was a worldwide smash and conquered the dance charts. The follow-up single "Not That Kind" was just as good and sold almost as well. This special edition of the album includes the song "Wishing Well" as well as the enhanced video of "I'm Outta Love" plus an interview with the singer.
This is an Enhanced audio CD which contains regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files.
Personnel includes: Anastacia (vocals); Eric Kupper (guitar, keyboards); Chris Goercke, Vernon Black, Rob Bailey, Careth Prosser (guitar); Louis Biancaniello (keyboards, drums, programming); Gary Haase (bass); Sam Watters (drums, background vocals); Richie Jones, Steve Wolfe (drums); Luis Conte (percussion); BeBe Winans, Audrey Wheeler, Craig Derry, Nicky Richards (background vocals).
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