Kam Franklin on SoundBetter

Soul, R&B, hip-hop, gospel, Americana, blues, and country vocalist & songwriter. Lead singer with The Suffers, and a 2025 Grammy nominated album contributor. I record in Logic Pro X using a professional mics. I specialize in delivering lead vocals, toplines, arrangements, and co-writing that make songs shine.

I’m Kam Franklin, a professional singer, songwriter, and session vocalist specializing in soul, R&B, hip hop, blues, country, and zydeco. I am the lead vocalist of The Suffers and a contributor to the 2025 Grammy-nominated album A Tribute To The King Of Zydeco. I love building harmonies & background vocals. I deliver expressive lead vocals, toplines, vocal arrangements, and co-writing that bring songs to life across genres. My work has appeared in TV and film and with brands including Adidas, Kit Kat, and Mr. Robot.

I record all vocals in Logic Pro X using a Lewitt condenser microphone and can create rich layered harmonies and vocal choirs with my own voice. I’m known for emotional authenticity, technical precision, and taking direction efficiently to keep sessions smooth and productive. I work very fast, and I can usually deliver completed projects within 24-72 hours.

I am offering the posted introductory rates for early SoundBetter clients while building my profile and reviews, with quick turnaround and high-quality recordings.

Please include when contacting me: project type, genre, timeline, budget range, whether the song is original or a cover, and whether featured artist credit is requested.

Note: All composition licensing and clearance for commercial release is the responsibility of the client.

Click the 'Contact' above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Credits

Discogs verified credits for Kam Franklin

Johnny Hernandez / Black Pumas featuring Kam Franklin
Dave Hause, Amythyst Kiah & Kam Franklin
Fat Tony (5)
Fat Tony (5)
The Suffers
Various
The Suffers
Starlito
Charlie and The Regrets
Starlito
Z-Ro
Adrian Quesada
Free Radicals (5)
Ghost Funk Orchestra
Nicole Atkins
Third Root
Jackie Venson
Har Mar*
Margo Price
Jackie Venson
The Suffers
Khruangbin & Friends*
Various
iLL Faded
La Mafia
Various
Various
Various

Languages

English
Spanish

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Amazing to work with!

Interview with Kam Franklin

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: All I do is sing. 😇
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: The tiny Lewitt interface I travel with, an SM58, a monitor for the playback, headphones, and a guitar. I’ll assume the island provides everything else lol
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I’ve been singing professionally for almost three decades. I started recording myself in 2019, and got more serious after connecting with my production mentor, Jim Eno of Spoon.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: My voice is soulful and I got my start singing gospel in church as a child. I have a deep love for all music and try not to limit myself to any genre.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would have loved to have sang with Ray Charles or Roy Orbison.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: It’s not the gear, it’s the ear!
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Soul, Blues, country, Americana, house, electronic, and hip-hop
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Authenticity, energy, and accuracy
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I use Logic Pro X and w Lewitt mic and interface.

The Suffers "Make Some Room"

I was the lead vocals, co-writer, background vocals in this production

Top line writer (vocal melody)Average price - $400 per song
Songwriter - LyricAverage price - $350 per song
Singer - FemaleAverage price - $400 per song

All project details must be approved before recording. Includes 2 free revisions within original brief, and new fee required after. If you want me as a featured artist there is an additional fee.