Lemek

In musical families, there’s something uplifting and inspiring about the opportunity to come of age, establish bridges from past to present, and build upon a legacy. The 23-year-old emerging guitarist reflects upon and pays homage to the influence of his father, veteran saxophonist Quintin Gerard W., who has been performing for over 30 years and whose popular solo albums showcase a unique blend of Urban/Contemporary and Smooth Jazz

LEMEK grew up listening to jazz greats like Pat Metheny and Stanley Jordan while exploring the music of classic R&B world via Charlie Wilson/The Gap Band, Michael Jackson, and Ronnie Laws. Yet LEMEK also attributes an eclectic stylistic voice to axe men in other genres that inspired his sound with equal force— most notably, Peruvian hard/alt rock virtuoso Charlie Parra and Aaron Marshall of the instrumental progressive rock band Intervals

"I have a story to tell,” says Lemek. “Being the son of a renowned saxophonist who has had a huge impact on my life, musically and otherwise, prompts me to carry on his legacy and reflect the knowledge he has imparted to me. My aim is to create a statement that lasts for generations to come.”