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Hi, I'm Matthew Kemp. I've been deeply involved in music production and performance for nearly two decades, combining a passion for punk rock and blues with expertise in audio production and stage management. I lead a two-piece rock band called Punky Bluester, where I wear many hats from frontman to producer and promoter. Outside of performing, I run my own music label, Kempmusik LLC, and produce high-quality audio content at RK1 Studios. I'm also passionate about sharing my knowledge, having taught music production at the University of Central Oklahoma. I enjoy working behind the scenes as a stagehand for major events and am skilled with audio and lighting systems. I'm a multi-instrumentalist and a past president of the Oklahoma Blues Society, dedicated to promoting blues music in the community.…Hi, I'm Matthew Kemp. I've been deeply involved in music production and performance for nearly two decades, combining a passion for punk rock and blues with expertise in audio production and stage management. I lead a two-piece rock band called Punky Bluester, where I wear many hats from frontman to producer and promoter. Outside of performing, I run my own music label, Kempmusik LLC, and produce high-quality audio content at RK1 Studios. I'm also passionate about sharing my knowledge, having taught music production at the University of Central Oklahoma. I enjoy working behind the scenes as a stagehand for major events and am skilled with audio and lighting systems. I'm a multi-instrumentalist and a past president of the Oklahoma Blues Society, dedicated to promoting blues music in the community.

Matthew Kemp

Audio Engineer, Audio Mixer, Voiceover Artist, +6

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Hi, I'm Matthew Kemp. I've been deeply involved in music production and performance for nearly two decades, combining a passion for punk rock and blues with expertise in audio production and stage management. I lead a two-piece rock band called Punky Bluester, where I wear many hats from frontman to producer and promoter. Outside of performing, I run my own music label, Kempmusik LLC, and produce high-quality audio content at RK1 Studios. I'm also passionate about sharing my knowledge, having taught music production at the University of Central Oklahoma. I enjoy working behind the scenes as a stagehand for major events and am skilled with audio and lighting systems. I'm a multi-instrumentalist and a past president of the Oklahoma Blues Society, dedicated to promoting blues music in the community.…Hi, I'm Matthew Kemp. I've been deeply involved in music production and performance for nearly two decades, combining a passion for punk rock and blues with expertise in audio production and stage management. I lead a two-piece rock band called Punky Bluester, where I wear many hats from frontman to producer and promoter. Outside of performing, I run my own music label, Kempmusik LLC, and produce high-quality audio content at RK1 Studios. I'm also passionate about sharing my knowledge, having taught music production at the University of Central Oklahoma. I enjoy working behind the scenes as a stagehand for major events and am skilled with audio and lighting systems. I'm a multi-instrumentalist and a past president of the Oklahoma Blues Society, dedicated to promoting blues music in the community.

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Hi, I’m Matthew Kemp. I’ve been deeply involved in music production and performance for nearly two decades, combining a passion for punk rock and blues with expertise in audio production and stage management. I lead a two-piece rock band called Punky Bluester, where I wear many hats from frontman to producer and promoter. Outside of performing, I run my own music label, Kempmusik LLC, and produce high-quality audio content at RK1 Studios.

I’m also passionate about sharing my knowledge, having taught music production at the University of Central Oklahoma. I enjoy working behind the scenes as a stagehand for major events and am skilled with audio and lighting systems. I’m a multi-instrumentalist and a past president of the Oklahoma Blues Society, dedicated to promoting blues music in the community.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Advertising Illustration

Intermediate

Master

Intermediate

Voiceover

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Producer and Musician at RK1 Studios, Oklahoma City

January 1, 2005 - Present

Producing high-quality audio for all media types, primarily creating radio ads, award-winning jingles, custom music pieces, and songs and albums for independent artists.

Director, Frontman and Songwriter at Punky Bluester

May 1, 2020 - Present

Leading a two-piece rock band playing punk rock and blues, writing original songs, playing guitar and singing. Also acting as producer, manager, and head of the Promotions Team.

Founder/Director at Kempmusik LLC

October 1, 2021 - Present

Founded a music label to manage various musical endeavors and catalog material, exploring the business side of the music industry.

Stagehand at QSR Productions, OKC

January 1, 2022 - Present

Setting up and tearing down events at Paycom Arena and the Convention Center in Oklahoma City. Proficient with industry standard audio and lighting equipment, supporting events from corporate conferences to international concert tours. Includes occasional travel.

Adjunct Faculty at Academy of Contemporary Music at the University of Central Oklahoma

December 31, 2018 - July 15, 2025

Taught classes on music production techniques, managing class sizes, creating syllabi and daily lesson plans, leading lectures and lab assignments, troubleshooting technical issues, and grading projects.

Host of the Sunday Night Blues Cruise at Tyler Media, Inc.

December 31, 2020 - July 15, 2025

Programmed playlist, scheduled interviews, conducted giveaways, and promoted Oklahoma music on a weekly blues radio show airing Sunday evenings for nearly 30 years.

President at OK Blues, Inc. (The Oklahoma Blues Society)

December 31, 2017 - July 15, 2025

Led organizational overhaul, including new incorporation and tax status. Grew membership to over 300 paid active members and successfully organized multiple well-attended annual events focused on blues music advocacy.

Assistant to the Director at MAGNA Talent Agency/Whodunit Dinner Theatre

December 31, 2005 - July 15, 2025

Served as executive assistant to the director of a large talent agency and dinner theatre company. Also performed regularly in the Whodunit cast for over 10 years.