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Aloe FM, Baltimore’s DIY Architect of Alternative R&B
By Stetson Hines January 13th, 2026
Aloe FM is quickly emerging as one of the freshest voices in Baltimore’s R&B scene, bringing a sound that feels both deeply local and unmistakably forward-thinking. The Maryland native isn’t interested in creating music inside a bubble—instead, he invites listeners into his world, hoping fans can enjoy the creative process just as much as he does.
Brooklyn Artist Niontay Meets East With Southern Ease
By Stetson Hines July 28th, 2025
Brooklyn artist Niontay Hicks, also known as Niontay or Sexafterchurch, is a versatile Brooklyn rapper whose sound draws from Milwaukee roots, Florida summers, and New York grit. He’s not only quietly sculpting his sound, but his laid-back, mellow demeanor would lead one to believe that he has deep-rooted Southern ties.
Jay Ant, the Bay, and a Sound That Raised a Generation
By Stetson Hines February 9th, 2026
I grew up listening to Jay Ant during my freshman year at City College of San Francisco, back when MySpace was still the launchpad for a whole movement. That era wasn’t just about music—it was about identity, survival, and learning how to carry yourself in a city that has always demanded respect.
Converse Celebrates Creativity and Iconic Style with the “Love, Chuck” Campaign, Which Features Tyler, The Creator, and Vince Staples.
By Stetson Hines April 17th, 2025
Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star sneakers have been a staple in fashion and culture worldwide for decades. This sneaker can be found on people worldwide and has solidified its place in history. In celebration of one of the most iconic sneakers, Converse has released a new campaign and short film entitled “Love, Chuck.”
Anthology of expository conversations...
Lxmped Street Collective is an expository, street collective, and culture conversation publication based in San Francisco California.
Shifting Culture To The Greater Good.
These expository collective conversations are clustered around themes, so that individuals can enter and join the "conversation" that is of everyday life.
This anthology grew out of a need articulated by countless individuals in predominantly Black communities. Writing about such Afrocentric topics allows individuals to tap their personal experience, giving them rich resources for collective conversations whether they are critiquing social issues or telling their own stories. We inspire in our own community, talking about such topics will begin to increase individuals motivation and self-confidence.