Don't Call It A Comeback: John P. Kee goes to 'Level Next' with first Motown Gospel release
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As an innovator of gospel music, John P. Kee has always kept traces of the traditional sound as his music evolved. This characteristic in his music has cross generational appeal. Fans of all ages can look forward to quintessential Kee on "Level Next," his first release on Motown Gospel.
The familiar North Carolina foot stomping drive in such classics as "Show Up" and "Jesus Is Real" that returned "Oh How Wondrous," is available on Pastor Kee's latest. Vocals and live, no synthetic music are strong on the album as fans have come to expect. The brass section blows skillfully on "Norma Jean," a song about a former drug addict's deliverance.
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Gospel icon, John P. Kee, released his new album, The solid and bold album signals a return from one of Gospel music's favorite artists.
LEVEL NEXT hits all the right notes for both long-time fans and newcomers and finds Pastor Kee going back to a formula that has worked so successfully. It is diverse while at the same time definitive in style. There is no mistaking that this is a, John P. Kee tried and true album.
Kee runs the spectrum of styles on LEVEL NEXT. From the beautiful and worshipful "Amazing Your Grace," the memorable praise and worship tune "Great God You Are," to "Oooooaaay" a fun addition that is a bit go-go and praise dance all at the same time.
Kee says his ability to stay relevant "has more to do with the message as opposed to the music." "My passion is genuine," said Kee. "What we've successfully done is meet the need of the gospel listener, the worshiper, the music lovers ... LEVEL NEXT speaks to that." His signature is clearly evident on his current radio single and title track "Level Next." Perfectly modulated, the lyrical and singable tune is wholly suited for Sunday morning.
"I don't know if it was something about that season, but it seemed like everything was going crazy. I was on vacation and I just tarted singing the hook to myself ... 'let's go higher,' said John. "I was making sure that I became the David in the scriptures that encouraged himself."
Kee hasn't missed a step in the creative process. Instead of a comeback, it is much more a continuation of a life-long music ministry that has served as gospel music's foundation. Kee is regarded as one of contemporary Gospel's architects and always the innovator takes us higher. Kee has plans for a fall and winter tour along with several more creative projects in the works including a concert video and more new music.
As an innovator of gospel music, John P. Kee has always kept traces of the traditional sound as his music evolved. This characteristic in his music has cross generational appeal. Fans of all ages can look forward to quintessential Kee on "Level Next," his first release on Motown Gospel.
The familiar North Carolina foot stomping drive in such classics as "Show Up" and "Jesus Is Real" that returned "Oh How Wondrous," is available on Pastor Kee's latest. Vocals and live, no synthetic music are strong on the album as fans have come to expect. The brass section blows skillfully on "Norma Jean," a song about a former drug addict's deliverance.
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LEVEL NEXT hits all the right notes for both long-time fans and newcomers and finds Pastor Kee going back to a formula that has worked so successfully. It is diverse while at the same time definitive in style. There is no mistaking that this is a, John P. Kee tried and true album.
Kee runs the spectrum of styles on LEVEL NEXT. From the beautiful and worshipful "Amazing Your Grace," the memorable praise and worship tune "Great God You Are," to "Oooooaaay" a fun addition that is a bit go-go and praise dance all at the same time.
Kee says his ability to stay relevant "has more to do with the message as opposed to the music." "My passion is genuine," said Kee. "What we've successfully done is meet the need of the gospel listener, the worshiper, the music lovers ... LEVEL NEXT speaks to that." His signature is clearly evident on his current radio single and title track "Level Next." Perfectly modulated, the lyrical and singable tune is wholly suited for Sunday morning.
"I don't know if it was something about that season, but it seemed like everything was going crazy. I was on vacation and I just tarted singing the hook to myself ... 'let's go higher,' said John. "I was making sure that I became the David in the scriptures that encouraged himself."
Kee hasn't missed a step in the creative process. Instead of a comeback, it is much more a continuation of a life-long music ministry that has served as gospel music's foundation. Kee is regarded as one of contemporary Gospel's architects and always the innovator takes us higher. Kee has plans for a fall and winter tour along with several more creative projects in the works including a concert video and more new music.
