Kev Brown
Kev Brown is known in the hip hop world as a legend to say the least. The producer/mc is just a few years shy of 20 years in the business and resume that ranks him among the best. As a Landover, MD native, Kev was an integral part in ushering in the Washington, DC area music scene (also known as the DMV for DC, Maryland & Virginia) to the masses. His exceptional talent was an obvious choice to well seasoned vets and pioneers even in the earliest stage of his career. It was icons like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Marley Marl, Pete Rock, Grap Luva, Biz Markie and De La Soul who recognized his gifts as a producer and assisted in his big break in the early 2000s. Those collaborations gave Brown undeniable production credits which led to his own solo path as an artist.
Releasing his debut album, "I Do What I Do" in 2005 to critical acclaim, it would be a landmark work of its time. It was an inspiration the local DMV scene as well as the rest of the world. "I Do What I Do" would be an official introduction to Kev's artist collective, The Low Budget Crew which included Oddisee, Ken Starr, Hot 97's Peter Rosenberg, Kaimbr, DJ Roddy Rod, Cy Young, Critically Acclaimed and many others. The album, would be the first time many would hear Kev behind a mic since emerging primarily as a producer. Kev's now-trademark production style was being innovated by the producer during this era on his MPC 2000xl. Producers from around the globe have been influenced by Kev's sound discovering him through countless releases and an international list of live performances. Even peers like 9th Wonder, Diamond D and Pete Rock have named Brown as one of their favorites. Kev, himself, lists his musical household, Marvin Gaye, Prince, Special Ed, Soulquarians and of course late '80s-late '90s hip hop as his personal inspirations. Over the years his catalog has grown as he expanded with dozens of beat tapes, solo projects, credits as a featured artist and/or producer and projects from The Low Budget Crew. Not only has his sound appealed to the hip hop community, but neo-soul and R&B acts like Raheem DeVaughn, Phonte, Wayna and Eric Roberson have also tapped into Kev's sensibilities.
Kev continues to push himself upward creatively and professionally. Several solo albums are currently scheduled for release in upcoming months in which he aims to challenge his listeners and push boundaries of his craft. In addition to the list of releases on the horizon, Kev is back on the road and available for bookings. His performances include a combination of rapping and live beat sets. Catch him in on vinyl at a record store or live on a stage near you. You never know whom or what he'll produce and where he'll be next.
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