B I O & Q U O T E S
PIANO
BASS
DRUMS
Walter Kemp 3
RiShon Odel
David Teaspoon Hulett
Blujazz artist Walter Kemp 3, pianist, composer, rhythmic vocalist, is the driving force behind the "Walter Kemp 3oh!." Walter’s father, a classical and gospel composer, sparked Walter's early interest in the piano. Hearing his father perform his compositions at Carnegie Hall, opened Kemp's eyes to a world of music.The internationally recognized artist expertly builds ensembles able to dominate in an array of venues.
The 3oh!’s debut release, Dark Continent, brings Kemp’s innate abilities to the forefront. Having joined forces with long-time musical collaborators, RiShon Odel Northington, recording and touring bassist for GRAMMY-nominated Najee, and percussive phenom David “Teaspoon” Hulett, the trio embodies ”the spirit of the music.” -JBL George W. Harris (LA Jazz Weekly) states the release, "swings with excitement... Kemp is richly expansive ... Northington bends the strings with authority... whole team is romantic over Hulett's snazzy drum work... anything but the expected piano trio." As featured artists on Toronto’s Jazz FM 91.1, and with a live performance heralded as “the best...incredibly beautiful music,” this is just the beginning for these promising young artists.
"Terrific piano trio plays contemporary jazz with very creative bassist."
Tom McCarter
90.1, KZSU Stanford
"A great trio... beautiful music played with fiery energy and intensity."
Mary Halvorson
Guitarist and Composer
"Tasty stuff that opens the ears nicely . . . anything but the expected piano trio. A winner throughout"
Midwest Records
"Kemp keeps it hip . . .the team dramatically swings with excitement."
George W. Harris
LA Jazz Weekly
"Glorious jazz composition . . .heavenly and unforgettable. Superb playing."
Tony Zambito
Artistic Director, Northwest Jazz Festival
ENDORSER LIST
Bosphorus Cymbals
Master Vintage Series
David Teaspoon Hulett
DR Strings
DR "Black Beauties" strings
RiShon Odel
Queen City Drums
Choice Hardwood Custom Kit [20, 10, 5.5]
David Teaspoon Hulett
QSC Audio
RiShon Odel
Regal Tip Drumsticks
Regal Tip "Groovers"
David Teaspoon Hulett
Shure Legendary Performance
Shure Wireless Microphone
RiShon Odel
M U S I C & V I D E O
Buy Album $25.
DarkRoom
Walter Kemp 3oh!
Water
8:53
Sweetwood
4:36
Baptism
6:59
Buy Album $15.
Dark Continent
Walter Kemp 3oh!
Ah-Freak-Ya (All For You)
6:52
PB&J (Piano, Bass & Jam)
3:29
Lewd
0:22
PHOTOS
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T O U R & D A T E S
02.21.2020
5pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! @ UB
Private Event
07.13.2019
4pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! David Teaspoon Drum Clinic
Guitar Center
Niagara Falls Blvd
Amherst NY
07.05.2019
5:30pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! @ Albright Knox
M&T First Fridays
Albright Knox Art Gallery
Buffalo NY
01.29.2019
11am
Walter Kemp 3oh! at Villa Maria College
Walter Kemp 3oh! will be in concert at Villa Maria College Buffalo NY
12.31.2018
TBA
Independent Health's First Night Buffalo
December 31, 2018 First Night event in Downtown Buffalo
12.07.2018
7:30pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! Pop Up Gig
Je Ne Sais Quoi Buffalo NY 7:30pm
10.05.2018
5pm
Revolver Record store
Concert at Revolver Record store 5pm to 7pm
07.26.2018
Vinyl Release of "Dark Room"
9:30pm
Jazz Dj Hipster Party
Location TBA
07.26.2018
7pm
CMC Jazz Festival Piano Summit
Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center
341 Deleware Ave
Buffalo Ny
06.20.2018
7:30pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! Cubano!
Walter Kemp3oh! will be teaming up with world renowned Cuban percussionist Vladimir Espinosa
Pausa Art House
Buffalo NY
06.01.2018
5:30pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! @ Albright Knox
M&T First Fridays
Albright Knox Art Gallery
Buffalo NY
01.20.2018
Pausa Art House 8pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! presents: 3oh! Cubano!
Walter Kemp 3oh teams up with, Cuban percussionist Vladimir Espinosa by way of Virginia, to present 3oh! Cubano!
12.16.2017
Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center Buffalo, New York
Scott Tixier w/ Walter Kemp 3oh! Hallwalls
Scott Tixier, violinist on Sunnyside Records, teams up with Walter Kemp 3oh! for a December Great Lakes tour. 2 shows 7 pm and 9:1 5pm at Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center
341 Deleware Ave Buffalo, 14202
V.I.P. Cocktail Hour @ 8:15 pm
12.15.2017
The Rex Hotel Jazz and Blues Bar Toronto Canada 9:30pm
Scott Tixier w/ Walter Kemp 3oh! Rex Blues and Jazz Bar
Scott Tixier, violinist on Sunnyside Records, teams up with Walter Kemp 3oh! for a December Great Lakes Tour. Performing at The Rex Hotel Jazz and Blues Bar.
Toronto Ontario, Canada
12.14.2017
Jazz Cafe Music Hall Detroit Michigan doors @ 7pm show @ 8pm
Scott Tixier w/ Walter Kemp 3oh! Jazz Cafe
Scott Tixier, violinist of Sunnyside Records, teams up with Walter Kemp 3oh! for a December Great Lakes Tour.
12.13.2017
Bop Stop @ the Settlement Cleveland, Ohio show @ 8pm
Scott Tixier w/ Walter Kemp 3oh! Bop Stop
Scott Tixier, violinist on Sunnyside Records, teams up with Walter Kemp 3oh! for a December Great Lakes tour.
10.02.2017
Broadway Market 7pm- 9pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! at Slow Roll
Slow Roll at Broadway Market Buffalo NY
08.27.2017
"3oh! Cubano" Sunday, Aug. 27 @ 6pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! w/ Master Percussionist Vladimir Espinosa
Catch the spirit of the CONGAS. The 3oh! will be joined by Master Percussionist Vladimir Espinosa for a special performance. In partnership with PAUSA Art House.
Vladimir Espinosa congas, Walter Kemp 3 piano, RiShon Odel bass, David Teaspoon Hulett drums
145 Broadway
Buffalo, NY
08.26.2017
Headliner- Rising Star Stage, 8pm to 10pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! at Northwest Jazz Festival
Don't miss this killer show. The 3oh! performs originals and creative new arrangements for an established niche of jazz listeners.
08.15.2017
Albright-Knox Freedom Wall Reception, 5pm to 7pm
Walter Kemp 3oh!
Albright-Knox Art Gallery presents the Public Art and Artists for the Freedom Wall, Join Walter Kemp 3oh! and DJ Reason for artistic sounds.
07.27.2017
Headliner- Centennial Festival- Hallwalls CAC, 8:15pm
Walter Kemp 3oh! at M&T Presents CMC Jazz Fest
Join the WK3oh! at Hallwalls for the CMC Jazz Fest Centennial Edition. Numerous venues city-wide
07.08.2017
Saturdays at The Rex Hotel, 9:30pm