31 Dec 2025 Five-Oh-Ones to Watch 2026: Devon Clemmons, XENOS

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By Mark Oliver

For Devon Clemmons, better known as XENOS, music is more than a hobby or a career. It’s a passion project dedicated to building bridges, elevating others and making a difference in his community.

Photo by Mike Kemp

Xenos knows that his team is key to his success. For more than seven years, Bryson Scott, professionally known as $cotti, has been a trusted friend and collaborator. $cotti is also based in Hot Springs (Garland County) and provides creative input and business logistics. He handles ticketing, hotels, promotion, networking and related support to Xenos.
In 2025, Xenos Ent. LLC received a Global Recognition Award, as well as a Certificate of Recognition from the State of Arkansas, honoring contributions and achievements in advancing the arts and community initiatives.

“Music is where my voice, purpose and life experience naturally come together,” he said. “Whenever I realized the impact music could have on others, I committed to building a career around it.”

That commitment has carried the Hot Springs native from local stages to recognition across Arkansas and beyond. The son of musicians, creativity has come naturally to the artist since childhood. From church choirs to collaborating with his peers, XENOS began writing original verses during his teen years, inspired by rhythm and soul legends like Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. As his career grew, so did his sound, fusing hip-hop, indie and alternative influences into a unique blend of lyricism that explores themes of mental health and resilience. 

In 2020, his debut single, “Uh Huh,” rose to popularity on SoundCloud, serving as the springboard to the rising star’s blossoming career, which has since released singles such as “Love Yourself,” “Yeah Yeah,” and 2025’s “Mirror.” “Spirit over industry,” XENOS said, quoting the mantra that inspires his work. “Music allows me to speak freely, connect deeply and create something that can uplift or inspire others.”

XENOS (left) and $cotti

Today as a global artist and founder of Xenos Ent. LLC, he writes, records and produces original music while overseeing the business operations and strategic direction of his growing independent platform. “My routine includes lots of coffee, dedicated studio hours and daily work on building and strengthening my brand, business and family,” XENOS said. “It’s about consistency and staying genuine.”

Despite early success, he remains dedicated to giving back to the community he calls home by supporting local efforts and partnering with wildlife and charity organizations, as well as groups like the Knights of Columbus and other collective peace ambassadors. He also invests time in mentoring up-and-coming artists, helping them find safe pathways into the music world.

Throughout his career, XENOS has been honored by the state of Arkansas numerous times, was named a Coast 2 Coast LIVE Championship Finalist and was recently selected as a finalist for Best Emerging Artist at the Arkansas Music Awards. In 2025, he received a Global Recognition Award and a Certificate of Recognition from the State of Arkansas, honoring contributions that advance the arts and community initiatives. Looking ahead to 2026, the future remains bright for him. In addition to expanding his catalog, growing his business and increasing performance opportunities, his biggest goal remains supporting local artists with big dreams, just like him.

“I’m inspired by artists who turn struggle into strength and by people in my community who strive to make a difference,” XENOS said. “My advice for others would be to stay consistent, stay genuine to yourself and others and use your talent to serve, not just to be seen.”

When he isn’t making music, he enjoys family time at home in Hot Springs with his fiancée, Noel, and siblings Bryce, Bri and Aceah. Outside of the studio, he enjoys songwriting, spiritual study and supporting fellow artists.

XENOS’ music can be found on popular streaming services like Apple Music, SoundCloud, Spotify and YouTube. For more information, visit XENOS on Facebook or Instagram.

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