Kumar Introduction
Kumar ‘Kumz’ Bent, lead singer, and rhythm guitarist was born on December 12, 1988, in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica. Kumar is a lover of words. A natural storyteller who even speaks in melodies. Music is his vibe. It is his consciousness, his healing, and his food.
Kumar grew up in the church. As a result, he got involved in music early. Subsequently, he also took part in local music & culture festivals during his early academic years.
Academics Lead
Despite the early passion for music, Kumar chose to focus on his academics. With teachers for parents, he was a focused student with more than an affinity for music.
While pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering he ‘surrendered to divine will’, and enrolled at The Edna Manley College. Here Kumar discovered that his passions for music could reach greater heights if properly trained. After studying piano/keyboard for two years, he was encouraged by Ibo Cooper to switch to vocal studies and focus on songwriting.
Musical Journey
Kumar was eager to start a career in music. Although still attending Edna, his ambition and natural inclination toward business propelled him to frequent prominent studios in Jamaica. He began recording singles as a solo dancehall act. Fairly quickly he found himself unsatisfied with the authenticity of the music he was creating. “The soul was missing” and therefore he sought a different meditation.
A similar energetic shift occurred in Raging Fyah around the same time, resulting in an opening for a lead vocalist – as there are no coincidences, Kumar officially joined the band in late 2009. Despite being the youngest member of the band, Kumar’s lyrics beg listeners to question his years. Full of wisdom, foresight and an innate ability to see the world as it truly is, his songs resonate deeply with listeners as he effortlessly sings truths that most of us feel along our own life journeys.
Kumar spent several successful years working with Raging Fyah. During this time the band enjoys much success. This included the release of several albums, appearances on the Billboard Charts, International Tours and of course a Grammy Nomination in 2016 for the Everlasting LP.
In July 2018, Kumar and Raging Fyah parted ways and he began his solo career within a new light. Kumar has not skipped a beat, continuing to release great reggae music for the entire world! It’s Alright!
