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Testimony
Deluxe
Available Now
Testimony Deluxe is more than an expanded album. It is a grounding point. A body of work that honors where the journey began while quietly signaling where it is going next.
Rooted in vulnerability, resilience, and reflection, this special edition of Kindred Williams debut deepens the emotional language of Testimony through reimagined moments and intentional additions. It invites listeners not just to hear the story, but to sit with it, to feel it, and to recognize themselves inside it.
At its core is Numb, a haunting meditation on grief and survival, written in the wake of losing both a close friend and Kindred’s father. The song holds space for sorrow while allowing healing to breathe. The Gospel According to Preston Unplugged strips everything back to voice and spirit, revealing a quiet strength rooted in faith and self-trust. Miss You Most captures longing with restraint and tenderness, offering reflection rather than spectacle, with an instrumental version that allows the music to speak on its own.
Testimony Deluxe stands as a closing chapter to an earlier era and a bridge into what comes next. It reflects an artist learning how to hold complexity, how to honor pain without being consumed by it, and how to move forward with clarity and intention.
This is not just an album to revisit. It is a reference point. A reminder that before evolution, there is truth. Before expansion, there is stillness. And before what’s coming next, there was Testimony.
Testimony Deluxe
OPENING STATEMENT. feat Ta'Shobe & Kris Jackson
HIS TRUTH. feat Cherimondis j
#ENDTHESTIGMA. feat Kenya Hutton Garçon
ONE KNEE. feat Cherimondis j
AFTER YOUR LOVE IS GONE. feat Poet Antidote
SPINNIN'. - feat MC Boom Boom Balenciaga
LIKE A DREAM. feat Will S.
LOVE AND FAIRYTALES. feat Ta'Shobe
REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE. feat Ta'Shobe
BREAKUP SONG.
CHARACTER WITNESS. feat Peron K. Kindred Sr.
NUMB. - Unplugged
THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO PRESTON.
NOT GUILTY.
MISS YOU MOST.
THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO PRESTON. - Unplugged
MISS YOU MOST. - Instrumental
Studio/Engineer: Oranjudio (Joey Gurwin)
Keys: Donovan Emmanuel
Keys/Arrangements: Tedde Gibson
Drums: D-Andre Curenton🤘🏾
Violin/Arrangements/BGVs: Cherimondis Johnson
Guitar/Bass: Eric Clemens
Features: Ta'Shobe T. Kindred-Williams, Kris Jackson 🤘🏾, Kenya Hutton, Brian Goings 🤘🏾, Kirk Pressley, Kisha Kelo Dower, Will Schouten 🤘🏾
I definitely couldn’t have done this without these folks. I’m looking forward to working with them again and exploring new collaborations in the future.
Special thanks to Tedde Gibson who has gone from being a mentor growing up to my secret weapon with my music. He's arranged and played on so many songs and will continue to do so in the future.
Special thanks to Qamil SoulDope Wright, the Fairy Godmother of R&B Soul in Columbus. Without her providing opportunities, I never would’ve had the motivation to step out on faith and believe in myself.
Special thanks to Hubby and Mommy for believing in me and encouraging me to keep going.
One of my favorite moments on the album is a track called Character Witness. I included voicemail messages from both of my parents, knowing I wanted to create a track with them so I could have it forever. When I came up with the concept, I knew my father wasn’t going to be with us much longer, but I never imagined he’d be gone just a month or two later. I also couldn’t have foreseen that my friend and fraternity brother Jason—my confidant during this difficult time—would tragically pass just days before my dad. I’m thankful I had a voicemail from him as well. Shoutout to the other loved ones who graced that track. I LOVE YOU.
To my supporters and lovers of R&B and Soul: thank YOU for loving on me and receiving this body of work in such an amazing way.
Love and Fairytales available this April
Kindred Williams crafts music that speaks directly to the soul, weaving stories of love, loss, and liberation into every note. His debut album, Testimony, introduced a sound that blends the smooth richness of R&B with the timeless depth of jazz, celebrating Black LGBTQ+ voices while resonating with universal emotions. With heartfelt lyrics and undeniable grooves, Kindred creates an immersive experience, inviting listeners to connect deeply with his journey.
Now, with Testimony Deluxe, Kindred takes his storytelling to even greater heights. This expanded edition features Numb, a powerful tribute to his late friend and fraternity brother Jason, as well as his father, who passed in the summer of 2023. It also includes the unplugged version of The Gospel According to Preston, offering a raw and intimate take on faith and resilience, alongside the poignant holiday ballad Miss You Most and its instrumental.
Testimony Deluxe is more than an album—it’s a window into Kindred’s heart and a testament to the beauty of vulnerability. From the reflective melodies of Numb to the soul-stirring harmonies of Miss You Most, this collection solidifies Kindred Williams as an artist who transforms life’s highs and lows into music that lingers long after the final note. Dive into Testimony Deluxe and experience the sound of connection, healing, and triumph.
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Who Is Kindred Williams
Singer. Dreamer. Songwriter. Creative. Photogenic Crooner
Kindred Williams is an R&B singer and songwriter whose sound is shaped by gospel roots and jazz sensibility. His music carries warmth, restraint, and emotional clarity, drawing listeners into stories that feel personal while remaining deeply relatable.
Born Preston Kindred in Washington, D.C., Kindred’s love for music began at home, inspired by his parents’ expansive record collection. That early exposure laid the foundation for a lifelong relationship with sound, storytelling, and soul. He continued to nurture his artistry while attending Bowie State University, where his creative voice began to fully take shape.
Kindred’s vocal style is informed by artists known for emotional depth and musical integrity, including Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, Lalah Hathaway, PJ Morton, Jazmine Sullivan, and Tank. Their influence can be heard in his phrasing, control, and ability to convey feeling without excess.
His debut album, Testimony, introduced audiences to a sound rooted in lived experience and soulful narration. The project reflects moments of love, faith, grief, and growth, offering listeners music that feels honest and unguarded.
Today, Kindred Williams continues to evolve, embracing his distinct tone and intentional storytelling. Through every performance and recording, he invites audiences into a space of reflection, connection, and truth, using music not just to entertain, but to resonate.
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