Name: Jinari Kemet Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio Influences: Ice Cube, Joyner Lucas, Saba, Redman Favorite foods: Pizza, Flaming Hot Doritos, Coffee Fun fact: “If we go to an amusement park, I won’t ride any roller coasters, I’ll just hold your bags and go eat funnel cakes!”

Madstarr is an independent hip hop artist from Cleveland, Ohio. With his sound rooted in east coast classic underground. Madstarr artfully mixes profound and personal lyrics with imaginative and self produced tracks. He is fresh off the release of his first EP Ad Nauseum, which puts a spin on his established sound. Which puts on display his talent not only as a poetic lyricist but as a dedicated instrumentalist and producer as well.

AllTheHipe is an alternative hip-hop artist from Cleveland, Ohio, whose music blends potent lyricism with genuine storytelling. Instead of posturing with claims about a life not lived, Hipe draws from his rust belt roots to craft a sound that’s raw, relatable, and unpretentious. His catalog stretches across moods and textures — from Boom Bap grit and soulful samples to melancholic guitar riffs and industrial undertones. Projects like Shortwave (with producer Astral Housefly) and This Is Crazy showcase his ability to shift between reflective, late-night vibes and high-energy head-nodders, always with a focus on honesty and connection. On stage, Hipe and Astral Housefly elevate the experience with live looping and immersive visuals, creating performances that feel as unpredictable and alive as the music itself. Rooted in Cleveland but reaching far beyond, AllTheHipe embodies the balance of authenticity and artistry that defines modern alternative hip-hop.