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Keni Thomas

Here am I Lord, send me isaiah 6: 8

About Me


They’re calling Keni Thomas “one of Nashville’s fastest rising stars” and “an electrifying performer”. Billboard magazine describes him as a gifted singer who’s “vocals resonate with honesty and integrity”. As a songwriter, Music Row will tell you “Thomas weaves a powerful spell with understated elegance” We’ve even heard “the Tom Petty of country music”. wow, thank you. And watch out, because according to Country Weekly, he’s a “force to be reckoned with!” To be honest, we’re not even sure what that means. But what we do know is this: Keni Thomas is a man on a mission. He’s got a guitar. He knows how to use it. And he’s coming for you.
Whether rockin’ it southern-fried-country style with his band Cornbread, or going it solo with just a voice and a Gibson, Keni is relentless when it comes to hunting down and building up his fan base. He tours nation-wide, opening for acts like Toby Keith, Brad Paisley, and Keith Urban. He tours world-wide, playing for the troops in places like Iraq and Afghanistan. From college campuses to the Grand Ole Opry, Keni’s message of leading by example and living life to its fullest is an inspiration for all who hear his music.
The NEW album GUNSLINGER is a collection of songs about good times and proud times. Heartache and sad times. It’s about finding God’s strength and the joy of letting love back into your heart. These are the kind of stories that make for a great country record. He’s a gunslinger all-right. Fighting for what he believes. And what he believes is the idea that is still America. Dream Big. Work hard. And anything is possible. “Use the gifts God has given you. Do what feeds your spirit” he says, “ because when you do, the world around you becomes a better place. And you have made a difference.” Keni Thomas is a man on a mission.
When you buy this record, a portion of your money goes to the Hero Fund.
The New CD is now available at CDBABY.com
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Member Since: 10/21/2005
Band Website: kenithomas.com
Band Members:
Yankee Stadium Intro 3 May 08
(shot by EX)
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Camp Blessing is a US FOB in the mountains of NE Afghanistan.
Please read the blog Stories from the War Part 1 (the circus)

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We started the HERO FUND to raise awareness of SOWF and the importance of supporting our military and their families. It all started with the song HERO which I wrote as a tribute to a buddy who died in the fighting in Somalia. You may know of the battle from the book and movie "Blackhawk Down" . For those of us who make it out of something like that, you spend the rest of your life thanking the men on your left and your right. By the grace of God, they are the reason I am here today.
When you buy the CD "Flags of Our Fathers- A Soldier's Story" a portion of your money goes to the HERO FUND which donates those funds entirely to the SOWF.
These songs are for anyone who has ever put on the uniform and stepped into battle in defense of our nation. Your sense of duty and self sacrifice will always be appreciated.
Sounds Like: "Southern Fried Country" We strive to be country music's answer to John Petty, Cougar and the Heartbreakers. You, however, may think it sounds more like the Eagles and Skynard. Well we're fine with that too.

Record Label: Moraine Records
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Today Is Tomorrows Yesterday

I'd like to introduce you to my beautiful friend Yosemite. When you first see Yosemite national park it's like seeing a beautiful celebrity. Sort of like the time I met Niki Taylor or Dolly Parton. Yo...
Posted by Keni Thomas on Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:28:00 PST

CMA MUSIC FEST, NEW WEBSITE, NEW SINGLE

We have been getting lots of questions regarding everyone’s favorite road trip  the CMA Music Fest. Hopefully, we can answer those questions for you now. We will have more details coming, but t...
Posted by Keni Thomas on Wed, 02 Apr 2008 06:23:00 PST

Stories from the War Prt 2 (A Beautiful Country)

This was my third time on the Sgt Maj of the Army's USO Holiday tour. Every trip has been a blessing. But I will go on record and tell you this time around was the most meaningful tour I've done. For ...
Posted by Keni Thomas on Mon, 04 Feb 2008 09:30:00 PST

Stories From the War PART 1 (the Circus)

It was about 6:30 am in Bagdad as we headed out to the airfield to load the helicopters. As I walked out the door of base housing a familiar voice stepped up behind me. "it's about time you got here&"...
Posted by Keni Thomas on Thu, 17 Jan 2008 08:19:00 PST

Back 2 Iraq!

In a few days I'm heading back over to Kuwait, Iraq and Afghanistan as part of the Sgt Major of the Army's USO Holiday Tour. This is my third year to be invited. This time I'm taking my buddy Kevin La...
Posted by Keni Thomas on Wed, 05 Dec 2007 09:03:00 PST

Be a Gunslinger

Gunslinger, Keni Thomas's long-awaited new album, is now available at CD BABY! Keni teamed up with some of Nashville's finest writers and some of his closest friends to create truly a work of art. Thi...
Posted by Keni Thomas on Sat, 01 Dec 2007 05:53:00 PST

The NEW album GUNSLINGER is done!

When you have 3 years of songs written, how do you narrow those down into just one album ? What to leavein? What to leave out? Ultimately, you have to ask yourself, "what do I really want to say with ...
Posted by Keni Thomas on Mon, 19 Nov 2007 01:13:00 PST

Street Team

Do you think you have what it takes to be a member of the Keni Thomas Street Team?  We are ready to kick things in high gear for Operation Street Team.  Keni just finished recording his much...
Posted by Keni Thomas on Tue, 06 Nov 2007 06:36:00 PST

Brake for Moose. And other unforseen stops

It was already dark as I drove north on 93 into the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Lit by a ¾ moon I could see the silhouettes of the peaks rising around me. The winding road was empty. The few tow...
Posted by Keni Thomas on Wed, 26 Sep 2007 10:49:00 PST

20 ANSWERS

I wanted to thank all of you who took the time to post a question. We sure had a great response. The challenge was how to narrow all the questions down to just 20. So I had our esteemed panel of exper...
Posted by Keni Thomas on Mon, 10 Sep 2007 12:00:00 PST