"Breathtaking pyrotechnics that burst with pure joy."

- All About Jazz

Music critics also applaud Kersten's live performances for technical brilliance and expansive musicality: 

Kersten Stevens is a six-time winner of the historic Amateur Night and Showtime at The Apollo; she's performed with music greats Kim Burrell, renowned jazz violinist Regina Carter, international jazz bassist Christian McBride and performed for esteemed notables President Barack Obama, Ray Charles, Denzel Washington among others, now launches her much anticipated fifth album, QUEEN RISING.