At BLU, we recognize that every idea needs a space to develop and flourish.
Sreedevi Abin, great business woman with strong vision for Identity of BLU and brings valuable experience to her role as Creative Head. With her expertise knowledge in BLU Academy’s branding, hands-on approach on accounting and managing the administration, she seems well-equipped all rounder to drive creativity, excellence, she also has a great background in Studio Acoustics Designs, working for local & large scale clients, also and business growth for the Institute. Her ambition to be an indispensable candidate and deliver success for students as well is commendable. A member with such a strong and talented personality is constantly inspiring and a genuine pleasure for the team. She brings passion and real-time experience to the institute to make BLU Academy a very special creative hive where students are able to fulfill the vision of their dreams.
Nikhil Paul, is a highly accomplished Audio & live sound engineer with over a decade of extensive experience in the industry. From his formative years as a teenager, the enchanting sound of the piano captivated him, igniting a deep-seated interest in sound and music. His passion for music and live sound ignited at an early age, driving him to pursue his dreams with unwavering determination. Harnessing this passion, Nikhil delved into the art of crafting and sculpting sound, intrigued by the intricate complexities of sound hardware designs.
Over the years, he had the privilege of collaborating with esteemed organizations such as JFW, Arun Execello, and Sharon Plys on various sound designing and mixing projects. Moreover, he has had the opportunity showcasing his expertise in handling sound for a diverse range of events, including the prestigious Freedom Gospel Concerts and numerous corporate events and gigs. Most recently honing his art of teaching towards full-fledged audio engineering, Nikhil’s speciality lies in consistently capturing the absolute best performance from his students, while maintaining a technically-savvy approach to his teaching.
Keshav Vinod is undoubtedly one of the best playback singer, with 12 years recording experience. Starting his career by recording local artists at his home studio back in the gulf, Then he migrated to chennai, India in late 2012’s, pursued music with his mother’s mentorship. Later he decided to expand his audio knowledge by graduating B.Com(Hons), B.A and M.A music. Upon receiving his degrees, Keshav’s drive on music made him to get continued with Phd in music currently, with the Thanjavur University.
Growing up in a musical household, Keshav has an uncanny sensitivity and vision in music, he slowly gained his exposure by marking himself as title winner in various platforms like Jaya Tv’s, Super Singer South India, Radio City Super Singer, also Top 10 in Vijay Tv’s Super Singer Season 6, 2018. He has a track record of more than 900+ recordings as playback singer for various composers across the state. He made his debut singing in big screens, in the movie “Queen” by Jakes Bejoy. From there, his credits are highlighted by his works for composers like GV Prakash Kumar, Vishal Chandrashekar and many more.
Having been exposed to a lot of electronic music from his childhood, He took up production in 2016 & kept moving forward with a track record as music producer for almost 8 films, with mentorship of composer Vishal Chandrashekar & music producer Anoop Nair, our very own proud faculty of BLU. For quite a while he also channeled his interest in teaching and developing new gen musicians.
“Our industry is moving towards the space where every artist is their own brand, and it is vital to be able to compose, write, and produce one’s own music, to some workable level or standard. The western concept of singer/songwriter is fast catching up with our industry, and gone are the days where cinema is the only medium and platform for artists to shine and be recognized. As a singer, learning to produce music has immensely helped me. And as a music producer, the concept of myself as an artist, either independent, or part of an ever evolving industry, has been greatly redefined. I’m here to be of any help that I can be, to empower the artist to become more independent in bringing out their art”
Says our pride faculty of BLU Academy.
Anoop Nair, a multifaceted artist, music producer, and composer, merges interdisciplinary artistry with a profound technical grasp of sound. Grounded in the realms of conceptual art, his creative endeavors center around the realm of experimental music. Through a unique blend of technical expertise and artistic finesse, Anoop Nair crafts a sonic landscape that pushes boundaries and challenges traditional norms, paving the way for innovative musical expressions.
Drawing from over two decades of professional performance industry experience, Anoop’s artistic journey is enriched by a robust background as a facilitator and collaborator.
Anoop Nair’s performance works are a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication. He has produced scores for renowned composers such as “Amit Trivedi, MM Keeravani, Tanishq Bagchi, Gopi Sundar, S. Thaman, Charan Raj, Arjun Janya, Harikrishna, Vasuki Vaibhav, Hip Hop Tamizha, Gibran, and more”. With an impressive track record of over 450 films in the Indian film industry, Anoop Nair has left an indelible mark through his collaborations and contributions to the film community. Few movies to be highlighted are, Simba , Gold , Satyameva Jayathe , Badshaho , Sayra Narasimha Reddy , Veera Mallu , Brahmotsavam , Thani Oruvan , Tagaru , Meesaye Muruku , Immaika nodigal , Kavan , Krishnarjuna Yudham, Premalu and many more.
His versatility extends to his role as also a pianist, where he has collaborated with a diverse range of acclaimed artists including Sivamani, Shankar Mahadevan, Hariharan, Kailash Kher, Ranit Barot, Balabhaskar, Rajesh Vaidya, U Rajesh, Umayalpuram Siaraman, Karekudi Mani, Blaaze, Bombay Jayashri, Karthik, Naresh Iyer, Kunal Ganjawala, and many more. His piano performances have added depth and richness to the music of these celebrated musicians, showcasing his exceptional skill and artistry on the keys.
Anoop’s impressive accomplishments also extend to his role as an esteemed professor. Armed with a Diploma in Sound Engineering from Chetana Sound Studio and Academy, accreditation in Electronic Keyboard from Trinity College of Music, London, and proficiency in Music Theory from the Royal Schools of Music, London, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his teaching. Additionally, with a BTech from Thrissur Government Engineering College, Anoop’s academic background complements his practical experience, making him a well-rounded and highly skilled educator in the realm of music production.
Benny is an astounding musician, an electronic music producer, audio engineer, surround mix engineer & also educator with a passion for connecting people through music, and a commitment to diversity and representation through education and community building. He has collaborated with like-minded artists on stage, also in the studio. In addition, he has taught at our very own BLU Academy. With over 4 years of experience Benny’s path as an engineer builds on an extensive career as a facilitator and also an educator.
Benny is a passionate educator with a gift for explaining things clearly. His goal at BLU is to share his modern studio experiences and broad skill set with proactive students to help them find their way in a quickly evolving music industry. Benny currently holds a position as Trainer in audio engineering & music production, on other side through his work for BLU, Benny has also recorded and engineered some of the renowned works such as Joe and also in singapore based web series Naam 2, He also worked as score mix engineer in movie called Hotspot.
Meet our young & dynamic Business Development Executive, a visionary leader with a passion for growth and innovation. Dakshayani Shankar started her career as B.Com graduate from Veltech, honed her skills as an analyst at Adamma Info Service Pvt Ltd. in Bangalore. With exceptional communication, presentation, teamwork, and organizational skills set, armed with a strategic mindset and driving BLU to new heights. Now, as a Business Development Executive at BLU Academy, she is the catalyst for propelling the organization towards unparalleled achievements. Her dedication and expertise are bound to make a significant impact in the institution.
With an extensive knowledge and a combined experience of more than 20 years in sound engineering and music industry, Abin and Siddhu have together created BLU Academy to encourage, groom and teach young, aspiring composers and engineers – and are devoted to conjure countless number of success stories like theirs.