Kontraband was born in the city of New Rochelle right outside of NYC.  He is a first generation American whose parents come from the countries of Jamaica and Trinidad.  His early musical influence was all the reggae and calypso his family rocked out to.  Being from NY Hip Hop was everywhere so he gravitated to the culture at an early age.  Upon completion of high school he joined the ARMY, which gave him a unique opportunity to see the world and experience many forms of musical culture.  It wasn’t until his college years that he began experimenting with music production.  His main form of production is software-based production.  His style can be considered formless like water mixed with a penchant for rule breaking.  While in Florida thru mutual friends Ken linked up with MJ and its been Black Majik in the building ever since.