Kaisha Blackstone

Blackstone boasts experience and expertise in all aspects of the music industry — from touring as a background singer (for artists that include Vivian Green, Mike Posner and Demi Lovato), to writing for gospel and R&B recording artists, to running her own publishing and marketing company (Ray’s Sister Publishing, LLC), to partnering in a full-service production company (BASSic Black Entertainment, LLC) and record label (BBE Records).

Her deep knowledge of the ins and outs of the business provide her with a unique vantage point for the latest challenges and opportunities facing artists today. She uses this background to prepare Drexel’s music industry students to enter the business as contributors, leaders and innovators.

Blackstone is also a leader in pushing to make the industry more inclusive and accessible. In 2020 she established The Youth Creative Initiative, a nonprofit that supports and prepares young people who are looking to enter the music and entertainment business. She also sits on the executive board of The Recording Academy’s Philadelphia Chapter and served on its National Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Board.