Biography / Info

 "CKP" Kanno is constantly in search of new musical frontiers. Based out of Chicago IL, he formed and continues to play with well known bands the Abstract Giants, and Doko Benjo.  In search of fresh creative outlet in 2009 he simultaneously released his two solo full length albums simply called "Cary Kanno One" and "Cary Kanno Two". Both were recorded and produced primarily at CKP studios, Cary's home studio. They feature an array of guests from Abstract Giants, Doko Benjo, and other musician friends. Cary performed all engineering, mixing, mastering and production as well as played bass, keyboards, pedal steel, banjo, guitar, and percussion. The albums have been well received by both fans and industry alike.

Cary has opened for many well known acts including: Rusted Root, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Robert Randolph, The Gza, The Rza, Lyrics Born, Mr. Lif, Buckwheat Zydeco, Jean Gray, DJ Z-Trip, The Redwalls, Poi Dog Pondering, Eyedea, Andrew Bird, Bernie Worrell, Digable Planets, and many more...