Kerry Blu

North Carolina native Kerry Blu is a rapper, actor, columnist and teacher living in Brooklyn, NY. In 2014 he founded the Empire State Music & Arts Festival; an annual multi-genre music celebration that takes place in NYC, where he continues to help build platforms for independent artists and entrepreneurs.

Editor's Picks Hip-Hop/R&B Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Dreamville Returns With Their Third (And Best) ‘Revenge’ Installment Yet

J. Cole’s crew combines for one of the most commanding collaborative efforts the year.

By Kerry Blu / July 30, 2019

Best of 2019 Editor's Picks Pop Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Billie Eilish Busts the Hype Machine on Perfect Debut

‘When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go’ is the most authentic pop album since Lorde’s ‘Melodrama’.

By Kerry Blu / April 10, 2019

Editor's Picks Hip-Hop/R&B Pop Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Ella Mai Arrives Fully-Formed on Self-Titled Debut

Sultry vocals, direct lyrics, luscious harmonies and 808s.

By Kerry Blu / October 19, 2018