Kem

Singer/Songwriter/Producer Battling homelessness and addiction, this Detroit-raised singer (born Kem Owens) emerged in the world of music as an R&B star. Before signing to Motown in 2001, Kem wrote, produced and paid for his debut LP Kemistry with his own American Express card. The overwhelming response to Kem’s jazzed soul album caused labels who’d formerly rejected him to take notice. His debut and sophomore disc, 2005’s Album II, both released on Motown, went gold.

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BET Honors: KEM Honors T.D. Jakes

Performance: KEM honors T.D. Jakes. (2/11/2013)

BET Honors: Inside Edition: Honors Rehearsals

We're on stage and behind the scenes with the 2013 Honors. (1/29/2013)

Crooner

Just before Kem hit the stage he was caught in this candid photo outside of his dressing room. There's nothing like a man that can sing! (Photo: GettyImages for BET)

Seat G-101

Performer Kem will enjoy the show from seat G-101 before he blazes the stage. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images for BET)

Remembering His Roots

KEM focused on philanthropy in 2012 when he founded Mack & Third, Inc., a Michigan-based nonprofit corporation that assists others working within the homeless community. Every year, the artist throws an all-day free concert called "Mack & Third" a...

Kem's Salute

Kem performs one of T.D. Jakes' favorite songs, "Can't Hide Love." (Photo: Getty Images for BET)
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