Carson Kelly Blogs

A new series is officially beginning. Today, I’m officially announcing Why I Love It , a reflective video series about the stories, games, films, shows, and creative works that stayed with me. This series is not about rankings. It is not about scores. It is not about turning everything into a competition. Why I Love It is about appreciation. It is about looking back at something that mattered and taking the time to explain why it still holds a place in memory. Some stories stay with us because of their characters. Some stay because of their worlds. Some stay because of where we were in life when we experienced them. That is what this series is built around. The first season begins with episodes focused on Marvel Animation , X-Men ’97 , and several Call of Duty titles that have stayed with me over the years. The Official Announcement Trailer premieres on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET . After the trailer premieres, the first episode will become available early for CJK+ members ...

A new listening experience is on the horizon for channel members. I’m happy to officially announce that on June 11, 2026 , I will be hosting a members-exclusive livestream debut for the full STARFALL LOFI album on my YouTube channel. This private event will allow channel members to hear the complete project early before it is released publicly, continuing a brand-new initiative focused on bringing exclusive music experiences directly to the people who support the channel. This is something I’ve been wanting to do for a long time. Channel memberships have always meant a great deal to me, and I’ve been thinking carefully about ways to make that support feel even more special. One of the new directions I’m now introducing is early-access music events , where members can hear select releases ahead of time in a more intimate and exclusive setting. The STARFALL LOFI album is a project that means a lot to me because it allows the STARFALL universe to breathe differently. It is quieter, ...

  Something special is on the way for channel members. I’m excited to officially share that on May 14, 2026 , I will be hosting a members-exclusive livestream premiere for the official STARFALL Theme on my YouTube channel. This will be a private early listening event created specifically for the people who continue to support my work through channel memberships, and it marks the beginning of a new initiative I’ve been wanting to roll out for a while now. Moving forward, one of the new benefits of being a channel member will be access to select upcoming original music before it is released publicly. In some cases, that may mean hearing new music up to one month early; in others , possibly even longer, depending on the project and its release timeline. The official STARFALL Theme will be one of the first major pieces of music to launch as part of this new members-first experience. The STARFALL universe has been growing in many different ways, and music has always been one of the m...

Today marks an important step forward. Over the past several years, this journey has been built with intention through creative work, consistent output, and a long-term vision for something greater. What began as a passion has steadily evolved into a growing ecosystem of projects, ideas, and experiences. Now, it’s time to take that next step in a meaningful way. The Official Launch - May 7, 2026 I’m proud to announce that on Thursday, May 7, 2026 , two major platforms will officially launch: The Official Website https://www.carsonjkelly.com This will serve as the central hub for everything moving forward, including: Ongoing and upcoming projects Blog posts and announcements Dedicated content hubs and series Major updates and long-term initiatives The goal is simple: bring everything together into one cohesive, accessible experience. The Online Store https://www.carsonkellystore.com Launching alongside the website, the online store represents the beginning of a new creative extension. I...

Good morning and happy Monday. I’m kicking off the week with a real milestone for this channel, because it’s official: 2025 has become my biggest year of the entire 2020s so far in all-time viewership. Not just a strong year. Not “pretty good.” The strongest. And it makes sense, because 2025 also became the most ambitious release slate my channel has ever had. 2,100+ uploads across livestreams, Shorts, and long-form videos. That number still feels unreal to type, but it’s the truth. This year was built on consistency, momentum, and a whole lot of late nights and stubborn dedication. So I’m putting it in writing: 2025 is the greatest year in my channel’s 14-year history. To everyone who watched, liked, commented, shared, or even just quietly showed up: thank you. You didn’t have to give me your time, and you did. That means everything. This channel is a time capsule, a creative lab, and a home base. And the community around it is the reason it keeps leveling up. Now for the fun...