Mike Boston

Allen & Gerritsen

PASSION:

Mike has found a passion for activism and has used his musical talent as a channel to effectively convey powerful messages. He started Mobile Stü, an on-the-go recording studio.

IMPACT:

Mike’s passion has allowed him to produce music that addresses the especially relevant tension between police and youth in disadvantaged neighborhoods. It has empowered kids to make their voices heard – anytime, anywhere – and express their frustrations, hopes, fears, and dreams in a positive way. Mobile Stü is dedicated to making sure all voices are heard, acting as the perfect medium to start important dialogues in our community. One track, #BlackwithBlue, “One Beat for Peace,” involved a collaboration between police and youth of the Dorchester neighborhood. Mike has used his musical talent at A&G as well, contributing his vocals to ads and campaigns. He has used Mobile Stü not only for his own pursuits but has also empowered and given opportunities to youth to channel anger and distrust through a creative means, namely hip-hop.