Hailing from Montreal, Ken Presse started his musical career as a member of The Franklin Electric, where he traversed over eighteen countries, gaining invaluable experience along the way. He released his debut album, In My Mind, in late 2022. Since then, Ken has taken his captivating melodies and heartfelt lyrics across Canada and the United States, while sharing the stage with iconic acts such as Men Without Hats, Jon Bryant, and Hans Williams.
His tracks “Sometimes” and “J’avoue” have resonated far and wide, gracing the airwaves of radio stations from Quebec to France and South America. Additionally, his talent extends to more than the stage, having produced and mixed records for talented Canadian and American artists such as Ryan Kinder, Celina Wolfe, and Meghan Oak.
Yet, amidst his diverse endeavours, Ken has always harboured a dream of crafting his own artistic narrative. Since releasing In My Mind, he’s steadily realized that dream, accumulating over 750,000 streams across all platforms, and earning critical acclaim along the way. His magnetic presence has also graced Quebec’s most-watched television shows, including appearances on Salut Bonjour. Ken Presse‘s musical odyssey is not just about creating music; it’s about forging connections, touching souls, and leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of listeners worldwide.
Name:
Ken Presse
Genre:
It’s always tough to pick one’s own genre. But I would say it’s an amalgamation of indie, folk, country and Americana.
Founded:
Kicked off solo in 2021!
# of Albums:
I released a lot of records as a producer and as a member of The Franklin Electric, but as a solo artist, 2 for now. But it’s just the beginning!
Latest Album:
Someday
Latest Single:
“Losing Sleep”
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
Even though my music doesn’t resemble them at all, I grew up being a huge fan of Metallica.
Favourite musician now:
That’s a really tough question. There’s so many great musicians out there. Let’s go with Zack Bryan.
Guilty pleasure song:
Every Backstreet Boys song. But especially “Want it That Way”.
Live show ritual:
Plenty of vocal warmups, some laughs with the band, and a shot of whatever is backstage.
Favourite local musician:
Half Moon Run
EP or LP?
LP
Early bird or night owl?
I used to be a night owl before the birth of my son a few months back. Now I’m up at 6. But it’s well worth it.
Road or studio?
Studio
Any shows or albums coming up?
Someday, the new album released on January 17th.
Where can we follow you?
Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | Website
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Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
I ain’t much for going out to restaurants but if ever you’re at my place I’ll cook you up a storm.
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
St-Paul
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
Mont-Royal
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
M Telus
What is your favourite music store in your city?
Studio Economik for equipment and Aux 33 tours for records.
