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Kem Joins Cast of 'Sparkle' as Master of Ceremonies

Date Added: 11/9/2011 10:11:46 AM | SR Staff | Comments: 2

In soul/R&B singer Kem's debut acting role, he will join an all-star cast including, Jordin Sparks, Whitney Houston, Derek Luke, Mike Epps, Tika Sumpter and Cee-Lo Green for the remake of "Sparkle."  

"I've always had the idea that I'd like to try my hand at acting one day, and I'm very thankful to have the chance to do that with a classic film such as SPARKLE," said KEM.

Th...

[EXCLUSIVE] Kem on What R&B Taught Him, Pays Homage to Greats

Date Added: 7/8/2011 11:19:32 AM | Aleta Watson and Connie Tang | Comments: 0

Kem's velvety voice and melodic tunes has been wooing audiences for years now. His music, which is deeply rooted in soul elements, still incorporates strong R&B influences. The self-taught singer-songwriter recently spoke on his connection with R&B and the lessons the genre has taught him.

"I don’t know what it’s taught me, but it has definitely served as a great vehicle to all...

Steve Harvey, Jill Scott, Kem Support Hoodie Awards

Date Added: 5/23/2011 12:40:25 PM | SR Staff | Comments: 1

Steve Harvey will host the 2011 Ford Hoodie Awards with feature performances from Jill Scott and Kem. The artists are supporting the award show which rewards and highlights individuals that have made outstanding contributions to schools, churches, businesses, and community leaders. Harvey said, "In tough times and even in good times, it can be difficult for independent businesses and en...

EXCLUSIVE: Musiq Soulchild Has 'Faith' in El DeBarge, Looking Forward to Tour

Date Added: 2/18/2011 1:55:32 PM | Aleta Watson / SR Staff | Comments: 2

Soul/R&B crooner Musiq Soulchild was recently announced as the replacement for El DeBarge on Kem’s headlining “Intimacy” tour, after El checked into rehab "due to personal reasons."

Happy with the opportunity, Musiq tells Singersroom, "First I'd like to say my prayers are with El and I have nothing but total confidence and faith that he is going to triumph over this. I'm extremel...

Kem, El DeBarge, Ledisi Ready to Entertain Fans on 'Intimacy' Tour

Date Added: 2/3/2011 9:21:05 AM | SR Staff | Comments: 0

Grammy nominated R&B singer Kem is heading back on the road after touring for most of 2010. In support of his latest album ‘Intimacy: Album III,’ which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart (Aug 2010), the “Why Would You Stay” hitmaker will kick off the “Intimacy” tour on February 18th in TX; making stops across the U.S. footprint.

Kem first revealed the tour to Singersroo...

SINGERSROOM 2010 REWIND: Kem Talks 2011 Plans, Chris Brown and Life Without Music

Date Added: 12/1/2010 12:55:28 PM | SR Staff | Comments: 1

Soul/R&B singer Kem has been magical in 2010. He released his third studio album ‘Intimacy: Album III’ in August, which debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart, his highest-charting effort ever. The set is lead by the popular first single “Why Would You Stay,” which peaked ...

CHART NEWS: Eminem Reigns, Kem Shines, Dondria Tanks

Date Added: 8/25/2010 1:12:16 PM | SR Staff | Comments: 7

Rapper Eminem continues his hot streak as his new album ‘Recovery’ spends its seventh non-consecutive week at No. 1 with 116,000 units sold. According to Billboard, "Recovery" also notches the most weeks at No. 1 for a male artist's album since Usher's ‘Confessions’ earned nine weeks in the top spot in 2004, and the most for a hip-hop effort since OutKast's ‘Speakerboxxx/The Love Below’ did seve...

NEW RELEASES: Kem's 'Intimacy' and 'Dondria Vs. Phatfffat'

Date Added: 8/17/2010 9:33:55 AM | SR Staff | Comments: 1

Hot off his hit lead single “Why Would You Stay,” R&B singer Kem has released his third studio album, "Intimacy: Album III," via Motown Records. The disc is self-produced by Kem and features a duet with Maurissa Rose and poetic words by Jill Scot...

Kem, Anthony Hamilton Led Superfest Dates Updated

Date Added: 07/19/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 0

Universal Motown Records singer-songwriter-producer KEM has joined forces with R&B/soul singers Anthony Hamilton, Jaheim, Raheem DeVaughn, and Universal Motown label-mate Hal Linton for the 2010 Budweiser Superfest kicking off this August (2010).

Co-headlined by KEM and Anthony Hamilton, the anticipated summer powerhouse tour w...

Kem Joins Hamilton, Devaughn For Budweiser Superfest Tour

Date Added: 06/22/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 7

Universal Motown Records singer-songwriter-producer KEM has joined forces with R&B/soul singers Anthony Hamilton, Jaheim, Raheem DeVaughn, and Universal Motown label-mate Hal Linton for the 2010 Budweiser Superfest kicking off this August (2010).

Co-headlined by KEM and Anthony Hamilton, the anticipated summer powerhouse tour will make s...

Kem Drafts Jill Scott For 'Intimate' Album

Date Added: 05/06/10 | By SR Staff | Comments: 5

Universal Motown Records singer-songwriter-producer KEM is ready for a hot summer thanks to his third album, Intimacy.

Due for release in July 2010, the album is the Detroit native’s long awaited follow-up to his critically acclaimed and certified gold 2005 disc, KEM Album II.

Inspired by deeply personal lessons on intimacy, Kem, for the first time in his career, lays...

Melanie Fiona, KEM Join United Way For 'I Am Thankful'

Date Added: 11/24/09 | Newsroom | Comments: 0

Motown recording artists Melanie Fiona, KEM, Hal Linton, Shontelle and Vita Chambers are giving back this holiday season.

Linking up with United Way, each artist will volunteer time and talent at the Detroit Boys & Girls Club's 'I Am Thankful' Dinner Tuesday, November 24.

Taking place during a busy week in Detroit, the 'I Am Thankful' dinner precedes a special 2009 United Way T...

Kem Focuses On 'Intimacy' For Third Album

Date Added: 10/02/08 | By Njai Joszor | Comments: 26

R&B singer KEM is fast at work on his third album, the follow up to 2005's gold-certified disc "Album II."

"I'm know for making love songs," says Kem, who spoke with Billboard recently, "so we thought we'd explore that word, that idea -- not only sensual intimacy but the true meaning of relationships and opening yourself up to somebody and allowing them to do the same with you.

Kem Adds Late Summer Tour Dates

Date Added: 07/17/06 | Reported By Singersroom news | Comments: 1

R&B singer Kem has rolled out another set of tour dates in an effort to keep pushing his sophomore record, "Album II," released last year. Kem will get started at Cincinnati's July 28 Macy's Music Festival, which also features Earth Wind & Fire, Patti Labelle and Charlie Wilson. After, the singer will make several festival appearances before heading off for his own headlining dates, which begins i...