Cary "CKP" Kanno is constantly in search of new musical frontiers. Based out of Chicago, Illinois, he formed and continues playing with two well-known bands, the Abstract Giants and Doko Benjo. In search of fresh creative outlets in 2009, Cary simultaneously released two solo full-length albums, simply titled "Cary Kanno One" and "Cary Kanno Two." Both were recorded and produced at CKP studios, his home studio. They feature an array of guests from Abstract Giants, Doko Benjo, and other musician friends. The albums have been well received by both fans and industry alike.
A bluegrass meets Vampire Weekend Christmas instrumental song. This mellow uplifiting song features Ukulele, Banjo, and percussion. A modern day version of Silent night, Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Acoustic
A song about falling for a girl, the start of a relationship. Sweet, loving and soulful male and female vocals. Longing and hopeful, rhythmic, moving, kind of nostalgic. Beautiful harmonizing, nice beat, good groove, carefree, easy listening. Mixed Vocals, Pop, Pop Ballad
Energetic and happy song bouncy song. Kinda old-school yet modern feel. Vocal themes of happiness, love, soul searching, Life, good, reflection, love, Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
Energetic and happy song bouncy song. Kinda old-school yet modern feel. Vocal themes of nature, sun, summer, travel, Life, good times, fun reflections, and romance. Fun for beach films, credits, buddy movies, and background music for shopping, dining, and swimwear promos. Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
Tropical, happy song. A fun, uptempo ukulele based song. Good for use in a TV drama or reality show during a relaxing or happy scene. Very positive, uptempo, reflective. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Singer-Songwriter
A bright and happy acoustic song. Features drums, bass & acoustic guitars. Light lively fun and sweet. Morning coffee, news energizer, romantic comedy. Laidback sense of freedom, playing hookey. Flying kites, chilling out, holiday, just doing your thing. Joyful warm innocent 20-something, Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
Vocal version of Sunshine Love. Bouncy, happy song with energy. A fun, happy, uptempo ukulele based song. Good for use in a TV drama or reality show during an uplifting happy scene. Very positive, uptempo, reflective. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Singer-Songwriter
Bouncy, happy song with energy. A fun, happy, uptempo ukulele based song. Good for use in a TV drama or reality show during an uplifting happy scene. Very positive, uptempo, reflective. About love and perserverence, and making it through together, Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Singer-Songwriter
A bluegrass meets Vampire Weekend Christmas instrumental song. This pretty fingerpicked song features Ukulele, Banjo, and percussion. A modern day version of The First Noel, Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Acoustic
Energetic and happy song bouncy song. Kinda old-school yet modern feel. Vocal themes of happiness, moving, soul searching, Life, good, reflection, love, Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
A dark and ominous and quirky hip hop song about changing times and randomness. Features keyboards, synths, and acoustic guitars. Male Rap & Vocals, Hip Hop, Alternative Rap
Bouncy, happy song with energy. Use in a drama TV show or reality show for moments of happiness, reflection/ "life is amazing" scene. Very positive, reflective. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Singer-Songwriter
Bouncy, happy song with energy. A fun, uptempo ukulele based song. Good for use in a TV drama or reality show during an uplifting happy scene. Very positive, uptempo, reflective. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Singer-Songwriter
Energetic and happy song bouncy song. Kinda old-school yet modern feel. Vocal themes of happiness, triumph, Challenges, moving, soul searching, Life, good, reflection, love, Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
Energetic and happy song bouncy song. Kinda old-school yet modern feel. Vocal themes of happiness, moving, camaraderie, soul searching, Life, good, reflection, love, Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
A classic hip hop song in the vein of Run DMC and the Sugar Hill Gang. A song about issues with American Society, job - work problems, Running the gauntlet, surviving in society. Features guitars, bass, and a killer hook. Terrific rapping, female background vocals, uptempo, timely, echoes real life. Male Vocals, Hip Hop, Old School
Bouncy, happy song with energy. A fun, happy, uptempo clean electric guitar based song. Good for use in a TV drama or reality show during an uplifting happy scene where people are together/ uniting. Very positive, uptempo, reflective. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Singer-Songwriter
An acoustic rock guitar driven song about not having to change. Particularly with a loved one. How things can stay the same. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Singer-Songwriter
A bluegrass meets Vampire Weekend Christmas instrumental song. This groovy song features Ukulele, Banjo, and percussion. A modern day version of We Wish You a Merry Christmas, Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Acoustic
acoustic guitars and a big arrangement highlight this uptempo pop-singer songwriter song. Positive and fun. Lyrical themes of animal instincts & life. Male Vocals, Alternative, Indie Pop
Bouncy, happy song with energy. A fun, happy, uptempo ukulele, steel drum, and marimba based song. Good for use in a TV drama or reality show during an uplifting happy scene. Very positive, uptempo, reflective. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Singer-Songwriter
Song Topics: Failed relationships, Breakups, Leaving a lover Orchestral instruments and a great beat drive this bumping hip hop track. Featuring electric guitars, Pedal Steel, bass, 4 male vocalists. Male Vocals, Hip Hop, Alternative Rap
a rock song, mid-tempo. In the vein of Queens of the Stone Age. Lyrical themes of Love and how love is always worth it, even after it's gone. Male Vocals, Alternative, Indie Rock
An eclectic hip hop track featuring backwards guitars, keyboards, drums and bass. An ominous tale of urban violence and the gangster lifestyle. Male Vocals, Hip Hop, Alternative RapCaution: Mature Lyrics