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LONG BEACH, Calif., June 18, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ ----Kei-Shon-Son has spent over a decade working lengthy hours while employed as a janitor at Long Beach City College. However, during this time he was evolving his musical skills as a producer and performer. He is now on a classic "rag to riches" quest to go global with his talent. In his latest release, "Get Comfy," he's about to trade his custodian's broom for a microphone and chase the janitor's American dream.
Kei-Shon-Son has an ability to create catchy verses and tracks right out of thin air. He proved this in his 2010 mix-tape entitled The Janitor's Dream. His latest single is just one example of this gift. Within "Get Comfy" exists a simple, yet hooky and melodic, message about enjoying the creature comforts in life. Kei-Shon explains, "This is a track about what everyone works hard for - the chance to relax." With his deep southern roots and his New York influences, "Shon" produces a unique style that crosses genres. "I really wanted to provide quality music for a broad audience," he says. The result is an eclectic hip hop/rap mix fusing urban with a hint of gospel.
"Get Comfy" represents the emergence of Kei-Shon-Son as a legitimate artist. The recession is a driving force behind his decision to release the track. Along with 500 teachers and staff, Shon was forced from his job due to statewide budget cuts in California. With more time to focus on his music, he concentrated on producing his single. He also has an altruistic goal - to try to help others that have lost their jobs. Twenty percent of the sales of "Get Comfy" will be donated to help save other custodial jobs in Shon's hometown of Long Beach, California.
Kei-Shon launched a career that is built upon experience and history. His artistic studies began as a teenager while he attended Jordan High School. This school is famous for exporting hip hop and rap stars, producing such acts as Snoop Dogg and Warren G. In addition, Kei-Shon-Son has continued college musical education at the nationally ranked Long Beach City College. With his artistic intelligence and education, Kei-Shon-Son is the entire package as a performer. With hard work, humility and pure talent, he has poised himself to transform from janitor to musical star.
"Get Comfy" sends a message to those affected by the stress of today's economic recession. It's a reminder to work hard, but remember to "chillax." This former custodian's plan is to sweep-clean the charts with his new single. This janitor's American dream is becoming a reality for Kei-Shon-Son. So, put down the mop and broom for a while! "Get Comfy" and enjoy some time with your loved ones.
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Discography
"Stop FrontN" 1st Single off of the "World Wide" E.P. released 2011 by KEI-SHON-SON for KeyWorldWide
"Super Thirsty LP" released 2011 by KEI-SHON-SON for KeyWorldWide
"Club Life" 1st Single off of the "Super Thirsty LP". released 2011 by KEI-SHON-SON for KeyWorldWide
"Play Money" 2nd Single off of the "Janitors Dream LP" released 2010 by KEI-SHON-SON for KeyWorldWide
"Get Comfy" single off of the "Janitors Dream LP" released 2010 by KEI-SHON-SON for KeyWorldWide available on itunes
"Janitors Dream LP" released 2010 by KEI-SHON-SON for KeyWorldWide Technology
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Mr.Keishon Martin a.k.a KEI-SHON-SON ... World Wide has been a custodian with the Long Beach unified school district in Long Beach, Ca. for the past 12 years starting in his senior year of highschool as a student worker, all while doubling as the swing shift manager at McDonalds well before the legal age of 18. He was able to hold such a position where he claims "a strong work ethic mixed with humility," which was taught to him by his father, that has helped him succeed til this day.
So, as years went by with Shon working as a permanent custodian since 1999 until now at Long Beach City College (which happens to be the #3 music school in America out of all city colleges and major universities) it is ironically the basis of his musical back ground, by taking extensive courses on commercial music production, music as a business, marketing and so fourth. Which is all fine and dandy for establishing a realistic approach to the business of music, but I was actually blown away when I learned that the creative process controlling his musical abilities comes from simply listening to countless hours of music from all genres and time periods, only using a cassette player, on to a cd player, then on to an ipod with 5000 songs. This is goin on for about 6 hours out of an 8 hour grave yard shift for 40+ hours a week, 48 weeks a Year!... Which is simply amazing!
Now it wasnt until early 2009 when Shon had decided to rap "professionally" and pursue a recording and publishing deal that is largely due to looming work furloughs and other effects of the recession.
So this has inspired him to create with what he describes as "Micheal jackson type levels" with a genuine intent on providing "Good rap music" for the people
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