Robert Kramer
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Robert Kramer (born Robert Joseph Albert Kowalski on October 28, 1954) in Chicago, Illinois, is an American singer/composer, actor, musician and record producer. His musical styles include classical, pop/rock, jazz, folk, and instrumental avant-garde influences.
One of his well-known releases is the "basset hound rescue album" "Remember Their Lives"which weaves an intricate blend of piano ballads, uptempo comedy themes, orchestral and chamber instrumentals and blues into a release that has since become the official "basset rescue soundtrack album".
Kramer went on to compose and release an all-original classical album titled "Songs Of Past Lives.The album received both acclaim and criticism for its new age/ambient neo-renaissance tones.
Late in 2002, Kramer began to broaden his exposure to the public and to champion the indie do-it-yourself ethic. A series of live performances and several independent releases eventually attracted the attention of filmmakers and music publishers. Continuing to record and produce, he released "Legacy Of Love"in late 2005, which, to date is his most popular and commercial album. Among the contributing session musicians on this project was Napoleon Murphy Brock,former lead vocalist and musician for Frank Zappa. In addition, he has made various cameo appearances over the years as an extra in feature films such as The Break Up & the controversial pseudo-documentary Death Of A President.
Kramer performs on the keyboards, guitar and organ. Backed by his group, The Robert Kramer Band, he makes frequent appearances throughout the US.
