Keith Zadig, aka “KZ”, is a 22-year-old Communication major at Kennesaw State University and creator of the hit song “Kennesaw Girls”. Originally from California, this faith driven KSU senior could be the opening act for this year’s Homecoming.
It has yet to be confirmed, but Zadig could potentially be opening for Icona Pop at this year’s homecoming concert. Icona Pop will be performing on Friday, Oct. 9 at the KSU Sports and Entertainment Park. Doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are only $10.
“As an artist, it’s very important to captivate the attention of your local audience,” Zadig said.
Zadig hopes that his rendition of Charles Hamilton’s 2008 song “Brooklyn Girls” will shed light on all the positive things within the KSU community. If granted the opportunity to perform at Homecoming, Zadig feels as though it would be the best way for him to say “thanks” to KSU.
While he has yet to find his own, Zadig said his ideal Kennesaw girl should be morally driven and have strong ambitions for the future.
With a background in piano, percussion and guitar, Zadig’s rhymes and unique flow are accompanied by his brother Scott Zadig aka “DJ Scotty Z”. His latest album titled “Not Afraid” can be streamed for free on SoundCloud.
“I grew up in a home where we went to church every Sunday,” Zadig said. Zadig utilizes the influences of what God has done for him in his life and puts that into his music. He has spent the last year reconnecting with his faith and re-identifying the type of person that he wants to be.
“I have big dreams…but I’m also a realist,” Zadig said.
In addition to his musical pursuits, Zadig envisions himself owning his own company in 10 years. Currently working as a Creative Content Specialist for SalesLoft, an Atlanta based sales development company, Zadig hopes to land a career in online media marketing or application development.
Zadig also owns and is expanding his own clothing line called “Chill Mode Fam”. The word “fam” is creatively used to let his followers know that they’re not just fans, but family.
Once he graduates, Zadig wants to focus on growing his social media presence and continue to build relationships with his fans on platforms like YouTube. Zadig isn’t striving to achieve fame; instead, he’s trying to form more personal connections with his fans and followers.
“I’m never going to stop doing what I love,” Zadig said. “I want to do it all by myself and build it from the ground up.” Currently, Zadig has no plans of wanting to sign onto a record label.
“I’ve had to make a lot of sacrifices to live the lifestyle that I’m living,” Zadig said. “I have a really close friend, my family and that’s all I need.”
Zadig is all about helping others. A look at his YouTube channel will show dozens of inspirational videos. Zadig’s strong faith has also allowed for him to become a small group leader at North Point Community Church for 6th graders.
“A lot of people think that once they graduate, opportunities will be handed to them and that’s not always the case,” Zadig said. Stressing the importance of time management to his fellow students, Zadig wants everybody to figure out what type of person they truly are. He encourages people to network as much as they can, learn to talk to people you don’t know and build your own self.
Visit www.keithzadig.com to listen to “Kennesaw Girls”, purchase some Chill Mode Fam swag and learn more about Zadig.
