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Ladies and gentleman, I don't have much else to say except THEE Danny Duncan was on the show. STOKED for you to see Episode XLIV! BIOGRAPHY   A uniquely talented triple threat, 8 time Grammy Award winner, Danny Duncan has poured three decades of passion into his clients and their final product. Specializing in audio engineering, producing and vocal production, Danny excels across all genres of music with a keen emphasis on Pop, R&B and Gospel. He is celebrated for his trademark drum tones, pristine mixes, and life size vocal production that captures and holds the attention of every listener. Danny’s passion for his work drives him to focus on not only a superior finished product, but also creating an enjoyable experience for the artist throughout the process. A down-to-earth talent himself, he truly understands the musical soul of an artist, and has a special gift of capturing their music in a way that fully expresses their heart.! This nurturing approach has translated into over 500 successful albums for the many artists with whom he has collaborated.    Stevie Wonder, Michael McDonald, Bruce Springsteen, Kirk Whalum, Billy Ray Cyrus, Israel & New Breed, Andrae Crouch, Byron Cave, Chris Tomlin, Natalie Grant, Freddie Rodriguez, Ricardo Sanchez, Marvin Sapp, Donald Lawrence, Jonathan Nelson, William McDowell, Tasha Cobbs, Martha Munizzi, Hillsong.   Special thanks:   Chad Manalo (Audio Editing)  Danny Duncan FOLLOW DANNY:   http://www.instagram.com/therealdannyduncan   FOLLOW ME:   http://www.instagram.com/sir_kevinchong  http://www.instagram.com/sirkevinsays​​   WEBSITE:    http://www.sirkevinchong.com​​​

Thanks for checking out Episode XLIII with Tim Stewart! If there's one thing I've always known about Tim is that his humility is never a thing of the past. Truly appreciate him coming out to do this with me!   BIOGRAPHY   Tim Stewart is an LA based guitarist/writer/producer. He currently splits his time playing for Lady Gaga, Rihanna and his own project called TheBandKnives. Over the years he has performed and or recorded with wide array of artists including Lady Gaga, Rihanna, J-lo, Mariah Carey, Miley Cyrus, Britney Spears, Destiny's Child, Jessica Simpson, Frank Ocean, Rodney Jerkins, Tricky Stewart, Miguel, Rita Ora, Marvin Sapp, American Idol, Backstreet Boys, Infectious Grooves, and Tiziano Ferro.   Special thanks:   Chad Manalo (Audio Editing)  Tim Stewart FOLLOW TIM:   http://www.instagram.com/timstewart  http://www.instagram.com/thebandknives  http://www.instagram.com/damnagedgooods    FOLLOW ME:   http://www.instagram.com/sir_kevinchong  http://www.instagram.com/sirkevinsays​​   WEBSITE: http://www.sirkevinchong.com​​​

Episode XLII (42) with Danny Herrera coming in hot! This is solely my opinion but Danny and I share a lot of similarities when it comes to drumming. He plays what needs to be played, doesn't overdo with fills, and has great timing! Some of the core qualities I try to embody when I'm on the kit. He's a great friend but an amazing drummer!   Special thanks:  Chad Manalo (Audio Editing)  Danny Herrera ____________________________________ FOLLOW DANNY:   http://www.instagram.com/dannyd0k  http://www.youtube.com/DannyHerrera   FOLLOW ME:   http://www.instagram.com/sir_kevinchong http://www.instagram.com/sirkevinsays​​  WEBSITE:   http://www.sirkevinchong.com​​​

Hope y'all have been well! I'll be honest, its difficult keeping up with the podcasts now that live music is coming back. A lot more work as of late so still trying to balance posting new episodes and doing these gigs! Nonetheless, I'm stoked to have the homie, Yakub Saputra. A monster keyboardist and gifted individual. He has recently started doing reactions videos which are AWESOME! He brings a composer's perspective to a lot today's modern music. Definitely check it out!   Special thanks:   Chad Manalo (Audio Editing)  Yakub Saputra FOLLOW Yakub:  http://www.instagram.com/saputrayakub  http://www.youtube.com/KubistraMusic FOLLOW ME:  http://www.instagram.com/sir_kevinchong http://www.instagram.com/sirkevinsays​​  WEBSITE:   http://www.sirkevinchong.com​​​

Back with another episode! This week features my good friend and killer guitarist, Joe Augello.  Joe has worked with Robin Thicke, Jennifer Hudson, Nicki Minaj, Miley Cyrus, Backstreet Boys, Da Game, Lil Wayne, Stevie Wonder, Public Enemy, Israel Houghton, and many more!  We talk about what it is to be a worship musician, pouring into the next generation, performing, and his move from New York to Los Angeles.   Special thanks:   Chad Manalo (Audio Editing)  Joe Augello FOLLOW JOE:  http://www.instagram.com/joeaugellomusic​  FOLLOW ME:   http://www.instagram.com/sir_kevincho...​  http://www.instagram.com/sirkevinsays​​​  WEBSITE:   http://www.sirkevinchong.com​​​​

From time to time I take little breaks from the podcasts because they take a lot of time to put together! But every time I do I miss it right away, lol! ANYWAY! I'm ecstatic about featuring my good friend and killer guitar player, Marc Bilderbach. This dude is the real deal and tells it like it is! We get to talk to talking about family, church, and what it takes to be grounded in your faith. Get ready for a good one!   Special thanks:   Chad Manalo (Audio Editing)  Marc Bilderbach --------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW MARC:  http://www.instagram.com/marcbilderbach   FOLLOW SERENITY SIGNS:  http://www.instagram.com/serenity.signs​​   FOLLOW ME:  http://www.instagram.com/sir_kevinchong​​  http://www.instagram.com/sirkevinsays​   WEBSITE:   http://www.sirkevinchong.com​​

Thanks for checking out Episode XXXVIII with Chris Johnson! Chris is one of today's top Pop drummers and is currently playing for Camila Cabello. He has worked with Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Stevie Wonder, Camila Cabello, Jennifer Lopez, Patti Labelle, Seal, Nelly Furtado, and many others. He just released his new book, Pop, R&B, and Gospel Drumming which is available here:   https://www.amazon.com/Pop-Gospel-Drumming-Chris-Johnson/dp/1540045838/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3IV030WGYQRVZ&dchild=1&keywords=pop+r%26b+and+gospel+drumming&qid=1612837347&sprefix=pop+r%26b+and+%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-1 Chris Johnson Biography   Chris Johnson is a church born, grown, and breed boy playing drums, that got a break and capitalized on it with God's help. Since trusting God with his gift he has played with Seal, Mya, Heather Headley, Patti LaBelle, Rihanna, Anastacia, Fantasia, Donnie McClurkin, Dorinda Clark-Cole, Beverly Crawford, Norman Hutchins, and Stevie Wonder. He can also be seen at his home church City of Refuge in Gardena, CA. Chris can be heard on the following albums: Dorinda Clark-Cole, I'm Out And Over 2004 Norman Hutchins, Where I Love to Be 2004 Norman Hutchins, Emmanuel 2003. Steven Newby, We Have A Home 2007 Judith McAllister, Raise the Praise (Raise the Praise, & Beautiful Day) 2003 Beverly Crawford, Live from Los Angeles 2007 Chrisette Michele, I Am (Best of Me & Your Joy) 2007 Joann Rosario, Grateful 2004 City of Refuge, Harvest Time 2007 TC Bereal, Valley Of Worship 2007 The Gospel Wonders 2005 As far as drummers are concernd, as a kid I could only listen to church music. So with Saying that, my drum influences are George Johnson, Mike Nueble, Calvin Napper, Marvin McQuitty. My favorite Bands would have to be Mint Condition, Steely Dan, Toto, Tower of Power, Led Zepplin, Norah Jones, Liz Wright, and the Yellowjackets. SUPPORT: You can support Sir Kevin Says by giving a monthly contribution at the link below. This helps with costs related to the show so that we can keep creating more content for your viewing and listening pleasure. Thanks!   https://anchor.fm/kevin-michael-chong/support   FOLLOW CHRIS: http://www.instagram.com/johnsonout   FOLLOW SERENITY SIGNS: http://www.instagram.com/serenity.signs   FOLLOW ME:   http://www.instagram.com/sir_kevinchong   http://www.instagram.com/sirkevinsays   WEBSITE:  http://www.sirkevinchong.com

Hope all the drummers out there need some inspiration because Gorden Campbell is sure to provide you that in this episode! Episode XXXVII features Drummer, Producer, Author, and educator, Gorden Campbell. Truly a joy to have him on the show and thoroughly enjoyed talking with him about music, life, and his new album, "Conversations". It's available now, so make sure to grab a copy! Gorden Campbell Biography   Gorden Campbell has worked with a wide variety of artist including, Earth, Wind & Fire, George Duke, Neyo, American Idol Tour, Daughtry, Phillip Phillips, Jessica Simpson, Mary J. Blige, Beyonce, Kelly Rowland, Whitney Houston, Gerald Albright, Eric Benet, Brandy, Rahsaan Patterson, Tyrese, Faith Evans, Lalah Hathaway & God’s Property to name a few….  He can also be heard on movie soundtracks such as: Dreamgirls, Be Cool, The Wiz & Semi-Pro.  Born in New Haven Conn., Gorden was raised in Newburgh, N.Y. where he began playing at the age of 5 at his grandfather’s church. From 4th grade thru college he took formal lessons with some great teachers including jazz great Grady Tate. Performing in marching bands, jazz bands, orchestras, Gospel groups and even singing in chorus, Gorden was able to hone his skills in a variety of musical styles.   While keeping busy doing gigs and sessions, Gorden is also working as a producer producing music from R&B/Pop and gospel to hip hop. He also released his solo album, "Conversations", where you can purchase at the link below:  http:www.gordencampbell/bandcamp.com ____________________________________   FOLLOW GORDEN:  http://www.instagram.com/gorden512   FOLLOW ME:  http://www.instagram.com/sir_kevinchong   WEBSITE:   http://www.sirkevinchong.com

Thanks for checking out Episode XXXVI! Been a fan of Gonzalo Grau's music for a while now. When I first heard La Clave Secreta I was blown away at the musicality! Easily one of my top Timba Fusion bands out there!    Gonzalo Grau Biography  Began his musical studies at the age of three in Caracas. Along his musical journey he developed skills in many instruments, from the viola da gamba and the cello to the flamenco cajón and his principal instrument, the piano.    A Berklee College Suma Cum Laude, Gonzalo has established himself as a multi-instrumentalist and his varied credits include performances with Venezuelan music projects like Maroa, Schola Cantorum de Venezuela, Camerata de Caracas and the Simón Bolivar National Youth Orchestra, jazz icon Maria Schneider and the Latin jazz giant Timbalaye. As a music director he leads two projects of his own, "Plural" (Latin jazz-Flamenco-Venezuelan fusion) and "La Clave Secreta" (salsa fusion), nominated for the 2008 Grammys in the Best Tropical Album category. As a recording artist, Grau has participated in over eighty productions that bridge both classical and popular music worlds.    His most recent productions include the studio recording of Golijov's La Pasión según San Marcos (winner of the ECHO award 2010), the album "México" of Rolando Villazón (winner of the ECHO award 2011), and Nazareno with pianists Katia and Marielle Labeque, all released by the German label Deutsche Grammophon. Also the production of West Side Story with the Labeque sisters (winner of the Choc the Classica) under KLM label.  Wearing his composer and arranger hat, his achievements include composition collaborations alongside Osvaldo Golijov for the opera Ainadamar and La Pasión Según San Marcos. Original works include the overture Pregunta y Respuesta commissioned by the Atlanta Symphony (premiered in March 2008), Café con Pan, commissioned by the Chicago Symphony for the MusicNow concert series (premiered in November 2008), Nazareno (suite for two pianos and full orchestra), commissioned by pianists Katia & Marielle Labeque (premiered in January 2010), the oratorio Aqua, commissioned by the Bach Academy International, winner of the European Composer Award 2011, award given by the Young Euro Classic Festival in Berlin (premiered in August 2011); Viaje, fantasia for full-orchestra and "Latin ensemble", commissioned by the Boston Landmarks Orchestra (premiered in June 2012), and Fantasía de Guayaba Habanera, violin concerto commisioned by Johnny Gandelsman and the Community MusicWorks (premiered in May 2013). ____________________________________   FOLLOW GONZALO:  http://www.instagram.com/gonzograu   FOLLOW LA CLAVE SECRETA:  http://www.instagram.com/laclavesecreta   FOLLOW ME:  http://www.instagram.com/sir_kevinchong   WEBSITE:   http://www.sirkevinchong.com

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Hoping everyone's 2021 is all that 2020 was meant to be! Today we have Antonio Geary, a drum tech that has worked with some of the world's best Pop drummers. We met several years ago and super stoked to see all that he has accomplished!   Antonio Geary Biography   Drummer, Drum Tech, World traveler. Antonio is most known for his profession as a drum tech. He has worked with the top drummers & artist in the industry including Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Camila Cabello and many more. His journey began as a drummer starting at the age of 10. After graduating high school he immediately started his studies at Musicians Institute in Hollywood where he got his AA degree in drum performance. From his determination to make it into the industry, he formed connections with the top drummers and music directors in the industry that believed in him and gave him a shot into the industry! Ever since he has been traveling the world and has marked most of his dream gigs off the list including the Grammys & Oscars. FOLLOW ANTONIO:  http://www.instagram.com/antonio_geary   FOLLOW ME:  http://www.instagram.com/sir_kevinchong   WEBSITE:   http://www.sirkevinchong.com