At 5’9 ½ ” 245 lbs, he may not stand over the crowd, but his voice can be heard through speakers on the streets, through the woofers in the trunk, at night in the clubs, and blaring over the radio waves, as he spits his lyrically challenging version of the state of affairs in America. His name: Bernard Freeman, better known as Bun B, brother of the late Pimp C, who, together, make up the group, UGK—the Underground Kingz.

Initially infiltrating the South, this talented duo plunged into the mainstream luring listeners with their artistic beats, …

The ba-boom-clap of his rhythmic laughter is the perfect punctuation to a poignant point—simultaneously putting the listener at ease and informing them that they have just heard something they should remember. He laughs often. He knows his stuff.

Bakari Kitwana—an author, educator, journalist, and political analyst—is one of the most prominent voices in Hip Hop politics and a member of the inner circle of Hip Hop activists using the culture to promote progressive political change. The author of three books, the latest being Why White Kids Love Hip Hop, Bakari is free …

Miya Bailey, “We follow no ones style or trends, we create them.”
Enough said…read more and experience the art of creating lasting art!

SCHEME: When did you begin drawing?
MB: I started drawing once I could hold a pencil in my hand. I was born an artist and my mother made sure I practiced. She would sit me down and draw with me almost every day. Those memories are what have inspired me today. I will never forget sitting on that couch and watching my mother draw Ernie and Bert for me. I remember my mom …

In the process of SCHEME stretching its arms to cover all sides of music culture; we couldn’t deny the heavy presence fashion plays in dressing the artists we love to listen to. So, why not expose some of those hidden secrets of where they shop!
Enter Cocolah.com; a one stop marketplace for premiere fashion and designs!? That makes shopping for exclusives much easier right? Yacira Valdez, the designer behind Cocolah.com wants to make it much easier for you to purchase clothing, handbags and accessories that no one else will have. So, for all you picky …

Cubannie Links, owner Annie Basulto knows how to create flavor! She provides the pieces, and you do the rest. Up for the challenge?? I hope so, ladies this feature is for you. If you’re ready to bend what’s considered “normal” in fashion, Cubannie Links is where you need to get your next piece of jewelry.

SCHEME: Cubannie Links is your brand name, I assume you are Cuban..Cuban American??
CL: YES! Cubannie is Cuban, thank god, or the name wouldn’t be that effective! LOL! I am a …

Where you need to be, D.C.!!!
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Mirroring the political scene where since the creation of the District in 1801 citizens of the nation’s capitol have had no voting representation in the national legislature, D.C.’s entertainment world has been grossly underrepresented in pop culture. One local artist making major moves to change that as headliner for the April 1st “Equal Footing” event is Tabi Bonney. Bonney, an independent artist who has directed his own videos and …