Future Icons Podcast hosted by Nathan J. Lee featuring boysloveflowers

“Ty is resilient. Ty is authentic, Ty is smart, and boy, is Ty sexy,” says the Philadelphia-born rapper. Known for his audacious, sensual flair and tongue-in-cheek lyricism, Ty Gaffney-Smith, better known as boysloveflowers, creates “fun, sexy, and quirky,” music for L.A.’s trap-electronica scene. But behind the showman, is a sharp cultural architect crafting a new standard for what it means to be a Black indie artist. 

Ty Gaffney-Smith, known professionally as boysloveflowers, is a Philadelphia-born rapper crafting “fun, sexy, and quirky” music within L.A.’s trap-electronica scene. Beyond the beats, he is a cultural architect building platforms for Black queer visibility, blending art with advocacy through music, podcasting, and performance. With nearly a decade at APLA Health, Ty’s creative work is vested in community care, purpose, and the belief that every platform and space should stand for something.

Nathan J. Lee is a journalist and storyteller whose work at the Los Angeles Sentinel spans arts, culture, entertainment, sports, and community-driven stories. His articles spotlight emerging talent, historical milestones, and impactful events shaping Los Angeles. From in-depth interviews with rising artists to coverage of cultural celebrations and social issues, Lee’s writing captures the pulse of the city with authenticity and insight.

Read full article at lasentinel.net

https://lasentinel.net/inside-the-big-black-brilliant-world-of-boysloveflowers.html

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