k.Lipsey
What is MUSIC? This Jackson State University alumnus defines music as “a worldly way of expression...a universal language.” Lipsey got first hand experience with this theory while serving his country in the United States Air Force. As he traveled the world, he made a conscience effort to interact with the local music scenes by collaborating with the local artists of the host nations, scoring a big collaboration in South Korea with Kim Woo Yong of REX.
k.Lipsey is a native of Canton, Mississippi, where he was raised by a single mother. He began his musical journey in the church’s youth choir at the age of four. By age fourteen, he had become one of the leading soloists in the recording choir, The Canton Gospel Soul Children. Lipsey studied music from elementary through high school, but many don’t know that it was not his sole love. “Don’t get it twisted… I love music, but I LOVE football. I wanted to play pro ball, but my knees had a change of heart. LOL”
Lipsey’s career shifted gears when he met his mentor, legendary producer/engineer, Wolf Stephenson. Lipsey's credits range from writing, producing, engineering, to marketing and video directing... Though Lipsey has donned many hats throughout his music career, songwriting is where his passion lies. “I love making enjoyable music. There was nothing more fulfilling than hearing a song I had written through my apartment walls. One day my neighbors played “We’re Goin’ Steppin’” 8 times in a row, not knowing the writer/producer lived next door.” He studies artists like Marvin Gaye, Curtis Mayfield, Prince, R. Kelly and Sade to name a few. “I learned at an early age that songwriting is about emotions, not vocal acrobatics. That’s where I try to make my connection.”
Lipsey made his BET debut as a video director for the award winning song, “You Held On Even When I Let Go” by Eddie Ruth Bradford. He has worked with Benjiman Wright, Human Nature, The Temptations, Cassie Bonner (Love Jones soundtrack), Vick Allen (of the Canton Spirituals), David Sea (of the Temptations), Nonchalant, Christion, Shirley Brown, The Mississippi Mass Choir, Eddie Ruth Bradford, George Jackson (penned “Old Time Rock and Roll”), and Frederick Knight (penned “Ring My Bell”). These are just some of the many which include Grammy, Stellar, Billboard, Platinum, and Gold awards. Some of Lipsey’s recent works include: “Breaking Me Down” recorded by Vick Allen, “Impatient” by Ole Sipp, “She’s So Cruel” by Waldoxy artist, Larome Powers and “We’re Goin’ Steppin’” by Malaco Records’ artist, Floyd Taylor. “We’re Goin’ Steppin’” was nominated for SINGLE OF THE YEAR at the 2006 Jackson Music Awards.
Lipsey has been behind the scene learning the business and honing his craft. His sound combines the flow of hip-hop, the dynamics of jazz, the soul of blues and the emotions of gospel. And every now and then, you’ll hear an edgy-energetic rock flavor. His lyrics paint pictures, enabling listeners to see and feel the story. Definitely take note of this budding artist and his debut project: THE TREATMENT...
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