R.K.M & Ken-Y
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| R.K.M. y Ken-Y | |
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| Birth name | José Nieves (R.K.M.) Kenny Ruben Felix Vázquez (Ken-Y) |
| Born | José Nieves February 6, 1985 (age 23) Kenny Ruben Felix Vázquez: September 7, 1984 (age 23)[1] |
| Origin | Gurabo, Puerto Rico |
| Genre(s) | Reggaetón (Romantikeo) |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Label(s) | Pina Records |
| Website | Official website |
R.K.M. & Ken-Y (born José Nieves and Kenny Vázquez) are a popular reggaetón duo from Puerto Rico.
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[edit] Early career
The duo started their career of music in high school. R.K.M. (formerly known as "Rakim") got inspired by the recent explosion of reggaeton music in the 90's. He encouraged Ken-Y to join him to form a duo. They later would perform at sweet 16 birhtday parties and other public events.
Soon the duo went on to record their music. Nicky Jam gave the duo a chance to make an appearance on his album, Vida Escante. R.K.M. & Ken-Y were featured on "Pasado" and "Me Estoy Muriendo". The two singles were instant hits all across Latin America. They also won The Draft, a contest for upcoming Latin artists.
[edit] Professional career
This success caught the eyes of Omar and Ralphy Pina, two reggaeton moguls. They were quickly signed to the label and a year later released "Masterpiece". The album was a huge sensation and has been nominated for Premio Lo Nuestro of 2007. Their first hit single was "Down". The track reached #1 on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart in 2006. The album also spawned 4 other singles, music videos, and many awards. Although their album went platinum, it sold about 600,000 copies.
The duo soon after went on a tour across the world. They have released their songs performed on tour onto an album entitled "Masterpiece: World Tour (Sold Out)". They also have released a special edition version of the album entitled "Masterpiece Commemorative Edition".
They are currently working on their fourth studio album entitled The Royalty, which is set to release on July 15, 2008. [2]
The first single of their new album would be "Mis Días Sin Ti" a song they collaborated with Findy and Daddy Yankee, months ago. This new version would be with R.K.M. instead and some parts of the song will be in English. In the song you hear Raphy Pina announcing the return of RKM & Ken-Y February 15, 2008. The date is actually a concert they are holding in the Choliseo in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The concert's headline is Romantic en el Choliseo. Famous reggaeton artists like Wisin & Yandel, Tito "El Bambino", Nicky Jam, and Arcangel were present. Other artists like N'Klabe, and Karis were also present.
Since their debut album, R.K.M. & Ken-Y have gone on to appear and guest star on many songs. They have worked with artists such as Don Omar, Daddy Yankee, José Feliciano, Pitbull, Hector "El Father", David Bisbal, and many others. They rose from a no name group to one of the most respected reggaeton duos in music today.
It is also rumored that they are starting their own label in 2008. The name hasn't been decided yet but it is known that it will focus on Christian artist. Both artists have commented that this is their way of thanking God for what he has done with them.
On May 30, 2008, they performed at a Hillary Clinton rally in San Juan.
[edit] Style
R.K.M. & Ken-Y are a pioneering duo of romantic reggaeton music[citation needed]. R.K.M. provides his romantic rapping verses for many songs while Ken-Y provides the vocal lyrics. R.K.M. tends to have fast, upbeat verses while Ken-Y sings many hooks. The style is similar to other reggaeton duos, such as Wisin y Yandel and Zion y Lennox.
[edit] Discography
- Masterpiece (2006)
- Masterpiece: World Tour (Sold Out) (2006)
- Masterpiece: Commemorative Edition (2007)
- The Royalty (July 15 2008)
| Song Title | Chart Performance | Year Released |
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| "Down" | #1 Billboard Latin | 2006 |
| "Llorarás" | #1 Billboard Latin | 2006 |
| "Igual Que Ayer" | #1 on MTV TOP 20 in 2006 | 2006 |
| "Me Matas" | N/A | 2006 |
| "Mis Días Sin Ti" | N/A | 2008 |
[edit] Singles
- 2006:Masterpiece: Dame Lo Que Quiero
- 2006:Masterpiece: Down
- 2006:Masterpiece: Me Matas
- 2006:Masterpiece: Dime
- 2006:Masterpiece: Igual Que Ayer
- 2007:Masterpiece: Commemorative Edition: Down (Remix) (Ft. Hector "El Father")
- 2007:Masterpiece: Commemorative Edition: Me Matas (Remix) (Ft. Daddy Yankee)
- 2007:Masterpiece: Commemorative Edition: Dime (Remix) (Ft. Pitbull)
- 2007:Masterpiece: Commemorative Edition: Llorarás
- 2007:Masterpiece: Commemorative Edition: Lloraras Bachata Version
- 2008:The Royalty: Mis Días Sin Ti
- 2008:The Royalty: Pensando En Ti
- 2008:The Royalty: Te Amare (Ft. Jayko)
[edit] Collaborations
- 2004: Vida Escante: "Me Estoy Muriendo" (Ft. Nicky Jam)
- 2004: Vida Escante: "Pasado" (Ft. Nicky Jam)
- 2004: Los Bandoleros: "Si La Ves" (Ft. Don Omar)
- 2005: Buddha's Family 2 Desde La Prisión: "Hoy Te Vi"
- 2005: El Draft 2005: "Tú No Estás"
- 2005: Fuera De Serie Live: "Ando Solo" (Ft. Polaco)
- 2005: Pina All Stars 2: "Nena"
- 2005: Ground Zero: "Baílalo"
- 2006: Rompecuellos: "La Noche Más Triste" (Ft. Lito MC Cassidy)
- 2006: Gargolas: The Next Generation: "Un Sueño"
- 2006: Toby Love: "Tengo un Amor (Remix)" (Ft. Toby Love)
- 2006: Chosen Few II: El Documental: "Quiero Conocerte"
- 2006: The Bad Boy: "Te Vas" (Ft. Hector "El Father")
- 2007: Millennium: "Ella Me Hechiza"
- 2007: Los Vaqueros Wild Wild Mixes: "Quizás (Remix)" (Ft. Tony Dize)
- 2007: Ivy Queen: "En Que Fallamos (Remix)" (Ft. Ivy Queen)
- 2007: It's My Time: "Fans" (Ft. Tito "El Bambino")
- 2007: Premonición: ¿Quién Me Iba A Decir? (Ft. David Bisbal)
- 2007: La Nueva Escuela: "Ya No Estás" (Ft. N'Klabe)
- 2007: Los 4 Fantasticos: "La Amas Como Yo" (Ft. Karis)
- 2007: Señor Bachata: "Mar y Cielo" (Ft. José Feliciano)
- 2007: The Black Carpet: "Gas Pela" (Ft. Nicky Jam)
- 2007: The Black Carpet: "Ton Ton Ton" (Ft. Nicky Jam)
- 2007: The Black Carpet: "Quédate Con Él" (Ft. Nicky Jam & Cruzito)
- 2008: Ana Isabelle: "Quien Dijo Amigos (Remix)" (Ft. Ana Isabelle)
[edit] References
[edit] External links
- Official Website on Pina Records
- Stats of RKM y Ken-Y's Singles on Billboard
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- [2]
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