Known as “The Amazing T.k.” for a reason, Timothy Colbert-Kemp is a multi-talented rising musician who was honorably discharged from the United States Army after completing a tour in Afghanistan in 2010. Using art as a means of coping with mental illness and PTSD, The Amazing T.k. has ventured into many creative endeavors, including writing, producing, designing and developing video games, as well as acting in “The Savior Pilot.” In fact, The Amazing T.k.’s versatility and multi-talent have lent him the title of “The Ideal Indie Artist.”
Throughout the process of building his brand, The Amazing T.k. had only one goal in mind: “to make something amazing of himself.” This ambition and drive came from putting his life on the line every single day for a year as he served as a member of the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan. Fast forward to today, he is now a verified Spotify artist with about 170,000 listeners and over two million streams.
But The Amazing T.k. isn’t stopping at that, as he plans to continue releasing “great music during a time when the music industry seems like it needs it.” As he continues to gain momentum in the front and center stage that is Hollywood, The Amazing T.k. continues to work towards leveling up his craft and learning complementary ones as well. As a matter of fact, apart from his musical aspirations, he is starring in an upcoming film while also working on releasing his latest slasher-inspired video game called “The Amazing T.k.’s Suburban Nightmares” on consoles. All of this is an effort to stay a well-rounded creative, making sure he is constantly growing and only putting out the best of the best when it comes to his work.
Perseverance and grit aside, what The Amazing T.k. is made of that allows him to stand apart is really his unique sound. His singles are nicknamed “ear candy” for their smoothness and appeal. Furthermore, he is often seen sporting presidential attire enhanced by a rebel pop flair. With a music style full of hard-hitting bangers as well as introspective and melodic songs, The Amazing T.k. says he hopes his immersive works “lure listeners with ethereal sounds.”
His latest album, The Hollywood Callback, is a 14-song ensemble available on all streaming platforms and perfectly encapsulates his style and artistry for those looking to be lured in. It contains his most popular track to date, “Weed and Wine,” which is characterized by phenomenal atmospherics and a cinematic feel that is consistent all throughout the entire album. Those listening to him for the first time might place his stylistic approach around the likes of Drake, Jay-Z, or Logic – but make no mistake of assuming he brings nothing new to the table, as The Amazing T.k. has a very distinctive approach to music.
Hoping to inspire aspiring musicians and veterans like him, The Amazing T.k. marches onward and upward as he hopes his journey in music can become a story that rouses others to reach for their dreams. Despite the battles he has had to fight to get to where he is today, he never gave up. When given a second chance at life after survival, he decided to take it by the reins – and so can you.
