In this episode of Making Contact, we sit down with Kev Choice, a classically trained pianist, rapper, composer, and educator, who has reshaped the Bay Area music scene. Raised in Oakland with San Francisco roots, Kev blends hip-hop, jazz, soul, and classical music into a unique sound. His latest EP, All My Love, explores themes of love, vulnerability, and human connection, with soulful melodies and reflective lyrics capturing the complexities of relationships. Through music and mentorship, Kev uses his platform to inspire change and elevate consciousness.

Kev Choice is a pianist, rapper, composer, and educator from Oakland, California, known for blending hip-hop with classical, jazz, and funk influences. His music is celebrated for its thought-provoking lyrics, intricate musical arrangements, and powerful live performances. Kev’s versatility as both a trained musician (with a degree in Piano Performance) and a hip-hop artist allows him to create a unique sound that transcends genre boundaries.

Episode Credits:

• Host: Anita Johnson
• Producers: Anita Johnson, Salima Hamirani, Amy Gastelum, and Lucy Kang
• Executive Director: Jina Chung
• Engineer: Jeff Emtman 
• Digital Media Marketing: Lissa Deonarain

Music:

• Kev Choice "All This Love"
• Kev Choice "Congratulations"
• Kev Choice "Searching for a Feeling
• Kev Choice "Fresh Fade"
• Kev Choice "International Blvd"
• Kev Choice "God"
• Kev Choice "Feel What I Feel

Learn More: 

• https://kevchoice.wordpress.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/kevchoice/?hl=en
• https://westcoaststyles.com/interviews/2024/04/kev-choice-love-liberation/
• https://www.oaklandsymphony.org/artist/kev-choice/