Jerrell Grimes
Songwriter + Recording Artist - Award Winning Author - Film Producer - Entrepreneur
Introducing Aaron “Jerrell Grimes” Hampton, a creative powerhouse making waves in the music and literary world! As a gifted songwriter and Hip Hop recording artist, Jerrell's talents extend far beyond the microphone. He’s an award-winning author of Black Boys Don’t Speak (2019) and the visionary CEO of Level10 Recordings. Proudly hailing from Newport, Rhode Island, the “Sailing Capital of the World,” he is recognized as the first 21st-century Black author, Hip Hop artist, and entrepreneur from his hometown.
Jerrell is not just about the words—he’s also taking the film industry by storm! His infectious track “Shut It Down (Set It Off)” features in the 2023 independent film Sammy Slick: Vampire Slayer, where he serves as Associate Producer. Now residing in Tampa Bay, Florida, Jerrell Grimes is a true trailblazer, blending artistry with entrepreneurship in everything he does!