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Kasp's focus has shifted his music to a whole new level and he shares it with youth to motivate them to persevere no matter what happens in life. His songs tell a story of his struggle and success, and he shares the timeline of his life with others to help others have the strength to do the same.
Kasp is dedicating his life to his family, his community and his people to show the youth that there is hope for a better today and brighter tomorrow.
Genre: Rap
Albums
Awards, Nominations & Submissions
| 2012 | Single of the Year | On A Roll ft Indelible | Submission |
| 2012 | Aboriginal Male Entertainer of the Year | Submission | |
| 2012 | Best Music Video | On A Roll | Submission |
| 2011 | Best Rap / Hip Hop CD | Muskwa | Nominee |
Videos
Biography
Kasp Sawan grew up in East Vancouver and by the age of 9 had witnessed more traumas and abuse then most grown adults will ever face in a lifetime. Experiencing multi-generational trauma and abuse brought upon his family and community from the residential school era. He grew up in and out of the care of the child welfare system and eventually ended up in group homes and spent time living on the street.
Kasp grew up living in the dysfunctional cycle of alcoholism and drug abuse and turned to his music as a way to escape and deal with his harsh reality. He eventually moved from Vancouver and became part of a crew that developed, wrote, produced and marketed their own music independently and went on to win numerous prestigious awards that gave him national recognition.
Kasp has struggled with his own personal issues and alcoholism and continues to learn, grow, share and inspire through his music and story. He has experienced that you have to face your past in order to move forward, and has fallen but stands tall today to share his story and maintains his sobriety through his traditional and spiritual beliefs, participating in canoe journeys with youth, step programs and personal development. He balances his personal, family, and career life through honesty and commitment.
Kasp's focus has shifted his music to a whole new level and he shares it with youth to motivate them to persevere no matter what happens in life. His songs tell a story of his struggle and success, and he shares the timeline of his life with others to help others have the strength to do the same.
Kasp is dedicating his life to his family, his community and his people to show the youth that there is hope for a better today and brighter tomorrow.
Kasp has recommitted himself to serving aboriginal youth. His inspirational keynotes have now intertwined the story telling of his life, growing, persevering, and expressing his life through his music that he also shares with the audience.
Contact Information Rob “Kasp” Sawan RR#2, Site 80, Comp.15 Penticton, BC V2A-6J7 Tel: (250) 462-5376 Email: kasps@shaw.ca
