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1. k-os (born Kevin Brereton on February 20, 1972 in Toronto, Ontario) is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer of Trinidadian descent. His real name may also be cited as Kheaven, a spelling he adopted later.
The alias “k-os” is pronounced “chaos” and is an acronym for “Knowledge of Self,” although in a later interview he also said that it stands for “Kheaven’s Original Sound.” His music incorporates a wide variety of music genres including but not limited to rap, funk, rock, and reggae. The lyrics frequently focus on promoting a “positive message” while at times expressing criticism of mainstream hip hop culture’s obsession with money, fame and glorification of violence. A musician as well as a producer, k-os has written and produced a large portion of all four of his albums. k-os usually performs with a live band, something that is uncommon in the hip hop genre. He sometimes plays guitar and keyboard both during live performances and in the studio.
k-os received his first musical exposure with the single “Musical Essence,” released in 1993. After the release of his second single “Rise Like The Sun” in 1996 he withdrew from the industry because he was dissatisfied with his musical style. He reappeared briefly in 1999 and released his debut album Exit in 2002. The album received positive reviews but sold relatively few copies. He released his second album Joyful Rebellion in 2004, which received platinum status in Canada. Joyful Rebellion received positive reviews, but at times was criticized for speaking extensively on the state of hip hop.
1. k-os (born Kevin Brereton on February 20, 1972 in Toronto, Ontario) is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer of Trinidadian descent. His real name may also be cited as Kheaven, a spelling he adopted later.
The alias “k-os” is pronounced “chaos” and is an acronym for “Knowledge of Self,” although in a later interview he also said that it stands for “Kheaven’s Original Sound.” His music incorporates a wide variety of music genres including but not limited to rap, funk, rock, and reggae. The lyrics frequently focus on promoting a “positive message” while at times expressing criticism of mainstream hip hop culture’s obsession with money, fame and glorification of violence. A musician as well as a producer, k-os has written and produced a large portion of all four of his albums. k-os usually performs with a live band, something that is uncommon in the hip hop genre. He sometimes plays guitar and keyboard both during live performances and in the studio.
k-os received his first musical exposure with the single “Musical Essence,” released in 1993. After the release of his second single “Rise Like The Sun” in 1996 he withdrew from the industry because he was dissatisfied with his musical style. He reappeared briefly in 1999 and released his debut album Exit in 2002. The album received positive reviews but sold relatively few copies. He released his second album Joyful Rebellion in 2004, which received platinum status in Canada. Joyful Rebellion received positive reviews, but at times was criticized for speaking extensively on the state of hip hop.
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Yes It's Yours!
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Joyful Rebellion
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Atlantis - Hymns for Disco
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Shoutbox
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antonia_WTF wrote:
i love "yes!" . he's so dope.
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getinorgetout wrote:
completely underrated.
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puffx0r wrote:
Ah, the O.C., where everyone is rich and white... Yes, Hustlers, grab your guns.
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five_elements wrote:
This guy is never coming to London, is he? Shit fucking sucks.
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Ihateboston wrote:
3000 plays.
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TovarischLenin wrote:
atlantis - amazin' жалко неет русских аналогов
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cjeong wrote:
atlantis:hymns for disco is such a solid album..
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RuruRoosta wrote:
Freeze.
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mhunke wrote:
just gave Exit a full listen for the first time in years, and I forgot just how incredibly dope it is
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L8yBejbi wrote:
officially in love with the man [!]
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Wusrt wrote:
genius!
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thejackyl wrote:
k-os rulez
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NJShady wrote:
seriously, dude never disappointments. i dig all his albums.
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adjertson wrote:
went to his cross-Canada Karma tour concert in May, it was completely electrifying and uplifting. he gave out Yes! It's Yours for free to everyone at the concert!
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indogwetrust wrote:
heaven only knows
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kavisolo wrote:
k-os is taking part and performing a dare to help HIV/AIDS affected families in Africa. Check out http://adaretoremember.com to learn more about how k-os, and you!, can help.
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oblisque wrote:
I got to shake hands with him!@
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Ihateboston wrote:
I'm not really feeling Yes! all that much. imo JY = Atlantis > Exit > Yes!
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gustavoorochi wrote:
i wish i knew natalie portman is da' best.
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fuck_nickname wrote:
good shit.
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Come see me sell toys (!?!) - Need your help supporting a good cause
16 Oct 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/kos
YO! I'm doing A Dare to Remember for the Stephen Lewis Foundation. The idea is to do something to help turn the tide of AIDS in Africa by choosing a “dare,” setting a fund-raising goal and encoura. …
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16 Jul 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/kos
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Karssuu, PolymathicJ, anetmeeshel and 13 other people added k-os to their libraries. 10 hours ago
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donkeydoo tagged k-os with alternative and hip-hop. Thursday morning
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wordsmithjones, Soularsystem, benjaway and 13 other people added k-os to their libraries. Thursday morning
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nevermind588 tagged k-os with soul, funk, reggae and 7 other tags. Tuesday morning
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grimdays, HishaamSCB, Ford_Farlaine and 20 other people added k-os to their libraries. Tuesday morning
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SpookyMorto tagged k-os with indie and rap. Saturday evening
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Ferrexx, noahmason, ChrmnMa0 and 28 other people added k-os to their libraries. Saturday evening
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weharmonize wrote about k-os – YES! in My Polaris 2009 Shortlist. 19 days ago
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