Cary "CKP" Kanno is constantly in search of new musical frontiers. Based out of Chicago, Illinois, he formed and continues playing with two well-known bands, the Abstract Giants and Doko Benjo. In search of fresh creative outlets in 2009, Cary simultaneously released two solo full-length albums, simply titled "Cary Kanno One" and "Cary Kanno Two." Both were recorded and produced at CKP studios, his home studio. They feature an array of guests from Abstract Giants, Doko Benjo, and other musician friends. The albums have been well received by both fans and industry alike.
This particular number is about a breakup and a man who still loves his former girlfriend, despite how badly she treats him. It also features smooth male vocals and teen-spirit energy that anyone would want to dance to. It's a terrific song for a coming-of-age TV/film production. The mix of hip vocals with chilled but upbeat instruments creates an indie teen vibe, which many will be able to relate to.
Cary Kanno has opened for many great acts including: Rusted Root, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Robert Randolph, The Gza, The Rza, Lyrics Born, Mr. Lif, Buckwheat Zydeco, Jean Gray, DJ Z-Trip, The Redwalls, Poi Dog Pondering, Eyedea, Andrew Bird, Bernie Worrell, Digable Planets, and many more.
a positive ukulele based song that starts out simple and culminates with an orchestrial interlude and a powerful catchy chorus. Features ukulele, piano, banjo, cello, & violins. Lyrical themes of creativity, art, inspiration, passion, escapeism, soul searching, personal philosophy, addiction. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
a positive ukulele based song that starts out simple and culminates with an orchestrial interlude and a powerful catchy chorus. Features ukulele, piano, banjo, cello, & violins. Lyrical themes of creativity, art, inspiration, passion, escapism, soul searching, personal philosophy, addiction. Male Vocals, World Music, Asian World Fusion
A struggling blue collar worker with a family. Alcoholic Addict. Male vocals, with poignant lyrics about the difficulty of addictions. Intervention, country stories of hardship and family dysfunction. Emotional soulful refusal to change. He is what he is, and feels misunderstood-we have heard this! Male Vocals, Rock, Soft Rock
(JUNE 2020) Baby's Been Gone by Cary Kanno nails its place in our Editors' Choice for June 2020. This particular number is about a breakup and a man who still loves his ex despite how badly she treats him. It also features smooth male vocals and teen-spirit energy that anyone would want to dance to. It's a terrific song for a coming-of-age TV/film production. The mix of hip vocals with chilled but upbeat instruments creates an indie teen vibe, which many will be able to relate to.a quirky song about a breakup and a person who loves his former girlfriend in spite of the fact that she treats him badly. Uptempo Pop flavoring, male vocals, with a touch of 1970's, 1980's rock in the vein of Simple Minds, the Cars, Blondie, etc. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, College Rock
A bouncy ukulele based pop song full of percussion and instrumental breakdowns. Positive and happy. Three distinct sections (verse, pre-chorus, chorus). Lyrical themes of living in the moment, finding your path, togetherness, love, celebration. Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
a song about difficulty talking to people. Also about thinking you want to be single when you really need someone.
And about being stuck in the same job, hanging around the same people, being stuck in your life. Male Vocals, Rock, Roots Rock
A west African percussion based pop song. Features ukulele and heavy percussion. Light, happy, and groovy. Lyrical themes of living in the moment, togetherness, exestential quandry, positivity, life, soul searching, and love. Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
about the desire to go back to your roots. Find a simple life and be happy in middle America. The urge to leave the city life and trade it in for a rural lifestyle. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Singer-Songwriter
a groovy acoustic guitar singer songwriter/ folk song. Featuring a big arrangement with strings, brass and orchestral percussion. Lyrical themes of leaving, hope, freedom, change, soul searching, road trips, love, relationships. Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
a bouncy and powerful acoustic guitar based song. Featuring ukulele and steel drums. Culminates in a strong chorus and big arrangement. Lyrical themes of letting go, hope, happiness, joy, freedom, escape, soul searching, optimism, traveling, and vacation. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Song Topics: An acoustic rock ballad set to a hip hop beat. It's a song with double meaning... a psychedelic drug trip and a Failed relationship. Male Vocals, Hip Hop, Alternative Rap
a medium tempo, passionate yet positive acoustic guitar based song. Laden with banjos, violins & cellos. Lyrical themes of creativity, courage, art, critics, escape. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
A bittersweet ballad featuring moody keyboards, and insightful lyrics. About trying to see the good in people but having a hard time. Told from the vantage point of one lover confiding in another. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
A positive and upbeat ukulele based pop song. Features bouncy pianos, cellos, violins, and orchestral percussion. Lyrical themes of chances, probability, relationships, love, randomness. Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
A edgy and well written Pop rock song about being comfortable in your own skin. There are also theme elements of hypocrisy in society. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
fast acoustic guitar fingerpicking and rhythemic percussion highlight this uptempo pop song. Vocal themes of escape, moving on, soul searching, restless, uncertainty & relationships. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
acoustic guitars and a big arrangement highlight this uptempo pop-singer songwriter song. Positive and fun. Lyrical themes of animal instincts & life. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
a rock song, mid-tempo. In the vein of Queens of the Stone Age. Lyrical themes of Love and how love is always worth it, even after it's gone. Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Rock
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