User:Leon Kennington

Leon Kennington, also known as Ken Kennington was born and raised in Georgia. He began singing solos in a local church that his family attended at the age of four. He was later on various TV shows such as "The Stars of Tomorrow" out of Atlanta and "Bids for Broadway" out of Macon. He won 1st place on both programs.

While in High school, he worked with Otis Redding and also with Wayne Cochran of the CC Ryders and earned his nickname "Blue Eyed Soul Brother". During this time, he recorded "A Million Teardrops" and "It Goes Without Saying" which was released on the Conferate Record Label which is now a highly sought out collectors item for those whose follow record conventions.

In 1988, "It Goes Without Saying" was re-released on a compilation album released by the Bear Family. In 2006, it was again released on a CD entitled "Gang War".

Leon has sung all of his life in Gospel, R&B, Soul, classic 60's and country and still performs locally in Central Florida.

Leon has been married for 38 years and has 2 children and 3 beautiful grandchildren.