Q: Kerr, tell us a little about your early life and how music became such an important part of it.
Kerr: I was born in Jamaica to my beautiful mother, Phyllis Kerr-McDaniel, and my father, Tedane Anthony Kerr — better known as reggae artist Teddy Brown. Growing up, music was everywhere around me. My earliest memories are filled with the sounds of reggae, soul, and roots playing all day long. I used to go with my dad to RJR studios back home and later to studios in New York City. Watching him work, meeting artists, feeling that creative energy — that’s what planted the seed for me.
Q: You emigrated to the United States when you were quite young. How did that move shape your journey as an artist?
Yeah, I moved to New Jersey when I was just seven, back in 1991. It was a big change — new country, new culture — but music was the one thing that always kept me grounded. It connected me to my roots in Jamaica and also opened my mind to different sounds. Over time, I started blending those influences — reggae, R&B, hip-hop — into something that feels true to who I am.
Q: You’ve mentioned that your path to releasing music wasn’t quick or easy. Can you tell us about that process?
Definitely. It took some time to get to where I am now — I call it my “growing pains.” There were challenges, moments of doubt, life lessons that I had to go through before I could really step into my own as an artist. But those experiences built me. They gave me stories to tell and made my music more real. Every pain turned into purpose, and every setback became motivation.
Q: How would you describe your sound to someone who’s never heard your music before?
My sound is a mix of raw and smooth — I like to say my voice has that “raspy silk” texture. When you hear me chop on a beat, you’re not just listening to words — you’re feeling energy, passion, and truth. My music is meant to entertain, but also to educate. I want listeners to vibe, dance, and walk away thinking about what they just heard.
Q: Who are some of your biggest musical influences?
Of course, my pops, Teddy Brown, will always be number one. He showed me what it means to live and breathe music. But I’ve also been inspired by so many artists — from Jamaica’s legends to greats around the world. Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, Gregory Isaacs, but also people like Stevie Wonder, Tupac, and even some of today’s new wave artists. I learn from all of them.
Q: You’re now based in Kissimmee, Florida. How has that influenced your current work and sound?
Florida has a special vibe — it’s diverse, full of culture, and always alive. Living in Kissimmee gives me peace and focus, but I’m still surrounded by that Caribbean pulse. It’s the perfect place to create. The energy here keeps me inspired to keep pushing, experimenting, and growing as an artist.
Q: What can fans expect next from you?
Expect real music. More passion, more truth, more stories. I’ve been working hard in the studio, fine-tuning my sound and making sure every track I release speaks from the heart. I want my next releases to remind people why they fell in love with music in the first place.
Finally, what message do you have for your listeners and supporters?
Never stop chasing your dreams — no matter how long it takes or how rough the road gets. Everything you go through is part of your journey, just like my growing pains were part of mine. I’m here today because I believed, and I kept working. So to everyone listening — believe in yourself, stay true, and keep pushing forward.