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Kenn Smith
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Out of 34 votes - Similar Artists: Gary Willis, John Scofield, Jaco Pastorius, Yellow Jackets
Out of 34 votes
- Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Genre: Jazz » Contemporary Jazz
Editor's review
Illinois-based axeman Kenn Smith, who has played with the likes of Wynton Marsalis and Stanley Jordan, summons an effortlessly cool sound from both bass and guitar. His agile, arcing riffs suggest influences ranging from Scofield to Santana, and his jazz-
Biography
Solo Performer and Clinician
18 Years Professional Touring & Session
Bassist & Guitarist.
4,5,6 String Electric Fretted/Fretless Bass, Electric and
Acoustic Guitar
Composer, Producer & Clinician
Styles of Music
Performed: Hip Hop, Metal, Progressive Rock, Alternative, Jazz, Fusion, World
Music, R&B/Soul/Funk.
Kenn has performed with many great artists such as: Tower of Power, Stanley Turrentine, Stanley Jordan, Wynton Marsalis and members of the Miles Davis Band. His music and impeccable technique are consistently described as a "soulful, organic experience". He has written and performed in various styles, with musical influences ranging from Classical to Jazz, Funk to Progressive Rock and World Music. He has released two guitar disc "BLUE" and "TWO" and a solo bass CD titled "Short Stories"
