Never knowing a time he didn’t want to do music, Blu – “Blessed & Loved Unconditionally” has found music to be a constant part of his life. Feeling as though music chose him, he does not remember a day that it was not a part of his life. Being from a musical family coaxed his interest even more in music. His parents were DJ’s, Band Leader’s and Dancer’s. Blu finds that music comes natural to him. Keys, cord progression, melodies and lyrics all come together to create MVMNT music.
Blu began his career drumming at church. He found that to be the foundation for his passion and his life. Music and Church are what keeps him grounded. In his early years he created rap groups, dance groups, and singing groups. Taking the lead and building was also natural to him. He knew what he wanted and was willing to create the sound, look and performance just the way he wanted it.
As Blu matured in his taste and knowledge of music, it was the Composers/Band Leaders of years past such as Cab Calloway and Quincy Jones, that established his foundation of MUSIC. Blu plays Drums, Keys, Guitar, Bass and Saxophone. His natural talent to compose and create music moved him to pay attention to Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Timberland, Teddy Riley and Pharell. Once he knew the sound he was looking to create he then moved on to study some of the great song writers: Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds and Raphael Sadiq. Finally for his full band performance (the only way he will perform) His showmanship comes from the Prenominal James Brown.
Blu is not afraid to work hard. He creates “Feel Good” music. It is music that is driven by instrumentation rather that programs and electronics. His music is Hip Hop focused but driven by true musicianship. It is not conscious, it is not political, it’s music that speaks to you. To the everyday issues – positive and negatives that people face in life. He also focuses on the entertainment factor. When it comes to showmanship, he exploits a stage like James Brown or Prince. He prefers guitars, bass, drums, horns, and vocalist on stage with him rather than a DJ and hypeman. It’s a show for grown and mature ears, one that will fill your ears, eyes and soul with “Feel Good” vibes. Blu wants his music:
“ … To Change one life for the better, maybe with a lyric or song …”
Not only a musician, songwriter and performer, Blu is an entrepreneur. He knew being signed to someone would not work for him. He would not be able to create the music that drove his passion. In 2013 he started; The MVMNT. He did so that not only he, but other artist, entertainers, composers, writers and producers could have a space and place to create a sound that is derived from the GREATS and that will THRIVE in the present.
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