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“It’s all been a wonderful ride,” KEM reflects about his 23 years with Motown Records. The multi-GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter — known for his velvety vocals and timeless love songs — is stepping ...

There’s a spot on the Detroit riverfront, just behind the city’s main post office, where Kem experienced his life’s lowest moment and, in a certain regard, one of his highest. These days, the singer ...

It’s been 15 years since Kim Owens — that would be KEM to you — released his debut album, “Kemistry,” launching a career that’s certainly combusted at a high level. To date KEM has released five ...

You probably thought it was a new Al Jarreau cut when you first heard it. A Quiet Storm gem, soothing and groove-luscious, “Love Calls” by newcomer Kem has been all over urban radio, especially along ...

Before becoming an international R&B star, Kem experienced homelessness and struggled with addiction in Detroit, where he grew up. He says he doesn’t regret that period of his life because, now, on ...

NEW YORK – You know you’re big-time when counterfeit copies of your new album hit the streets before they hit stores. Even with that bootleg move, Kem Owens, a.k.a. Kemistry, debuted at No. 5 on the ...

Grammy-nominated singer Kem is best known for his classic R&B sound and love songs such as “I Can’t Stop Loving You,” “Why Would You Stay” and “Share My Life.” Many of Kem’s fans might not be aware of ...

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Kem is leaving Motown to return to being an independent artist. After 23 years, R&B singer Kem is exiting his hometown’s legendary record label, Motown, to return to being an independent artist.