Nice to Meet You Kelly Krow • Dare to D.R.E.A.M. Series: RnB Never Died

My dream is to grow a family and  make my music live forever.

-Kelly Krow, Montreal

T H E   I N T E R V I E W 
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Tell us two things that make you smile

- Food, Food & More Food 

- Zero Traffic while driving

If there was a movie produced about your life, who would play you, and why ?

My favorite actor is Denzel but ill go with Will Smith by being versatile. I've been through a lot of things in my personal life. His dramatic roles are outstanding, His emotions in his movies are extremely amazing 

Can you share with us how you got your start in music? - What was the very first thing you ever performed live?

Since the age of six, I was always involved in the art of entertaining. Whether it was singing, dancing, acting or comedy, entertainment was everything to me. At the age of 8, I was accepted into a music school where I would have advanced music training. In order to get into this school I needed a recommendation letter from my teacher. Unfortunately, one week before the final confirmation where they would’ve reviewed the letter from my teacher she had passed away. Since that day, my mother was the one who furthered my love for music by taking me to a multitude of shows and dance competitions. Always being involved in entertainment, my passion grew mostly towards music. Once I reached high school, I began to make my own music as “Young Krow” at the time.  My first live performance ever was in 2007, a song called 'Baby Mama'. 

Why has R&B never died? 

R&B is reaching and touching people on a human level. That's never going to get lost. It makes people feel good inside, and you can't hide it. That's the power of R&B. Singing with emotional pain, passion and love, it's something very special. 

What are your two favorite quotes of the moment?

- My ideas usually come not at my desk writing but in the midst of living.

- It takes going through some shit to realize some shit.

How would you describe your fashion style?

I'm addicted to 'black'. I'm always in black, 24/7. I probably have 50 same black t-shirts (SMH). 

Black jeans, black shoes, black beanies, black scarf... Kelly 'Krow', my artist name says it all.

Can you share with us one pleasant thing people would be surprised to know about you?

I've been eating constantly and spending all my money on food. It was a problem at the time; I had zero self-control. I was straight up spending my whole paycheck on just food. SMH 

It took me an insanely long time to realize that, but I'm 100% good now ! (laughs).

It's not 'that' pleasant but I know a lot of people can relate to this.

For you, Art is…

Expressing yourself through your works. Everything you can imagine is real.

What’s on the near horizon for Kelly Krow? 

My official album 'My Lotus Garden' will be available everywhere as of December 4th 2015. Can't wait ! 

According to you, what is the purpose of life?

There's much more meaning in life once you know your purpose. According to me, the purpose of life is to be near those I love, to good memories, to provide a legacy, to be seen and be heard, to make sense out of something, to create your own happiness.

Thank you for your precious time Kelly Krow!

Photo, Etienne de Durocher | Courtesy of Kelly Krow

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Dear R&B lovers, baby makers, and love givers, FABE Festival is back for a second edition of its annual concert R&B Never Died, sponsored by Groupe Reno Metrix. Hosted by the lovely  Sherley Gene from R&B duo G.NAX, and featuring both local and international performers,  R&B Never Died (Second Edition) will be held on December 6, at the famous Club Soda. Save the date for quite the late-night fun soulful party now! 

Don't be shy to say hello if you see us! 

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The Nice to Meet You Interview is Aile Rėve's signature. It is our way to soulfully connect with the artist and visionary. The NTMY allows us to take off for a voyage into the furthest reaches of their mind, with love, humility, and poetry. 

Anaëlle Naná Moon Oyå
Mermaid-in-Chief @AileReve