Culture Talks with Rafael "Scheme" Navarro

Rafael Navarro Jr., a Mexican-American first generation college graduate and Founder of Loop Theory and Beats & Bars. Navarro has been a respected artist for...

Various Songs by Navarro aka Scheme

Rafael Navarro Jr., a Mexican-American first generation college graduate and Founder of Loop Theory and Beats & Bars. Navarro has been a respected artist for many years in the Chicago scene. As a self-sufficient artist he has developed a multitude of skills, which have helped him gain experience in various areas of life. With background experience in Behavioral Therapy with children in a group setting, as well as one-on-one with teens at Chicago Public Schools, in combination with my years of experience as an artist, he has created programs that he strongly believes in.

Navarro’s passion for music and working with youth were always two separate worlds. It wasn’t until one of his students came across his music online at the school he was working with at the time. This led to a group of students suggesting he start an after-school music program, which is where Beats & Bars originated. He finally found the place to have these separate worlds come together. Rafael came to realize the value there is in a skill set he taught himself as a teen.

He looks forward to the day where Beats and Bars spaces exist throughout our communities and provide the necessary resources for our teens to realize the options that exist for them. He wants nothing more than for the youth in his city to realize how valuable they are to themselves and their communities. Giving youth options and showing them that there isn’t one correct path to take. Teaching them to take responsibility, while helping them find the path that works best for them.

Rafael has refocused his purpose and is committed to developing artists to their full potential. Having experience as an artist gives him a unique perspective needed in helping new talent identify their vision and sound. Navarro’s goal with Loop Theory is to build a network of Creative’s and artists that will focus on the development of their artistry and a team, which will assist in managing the process.

As an active member of his community, a youth mentor, artist and now artist manager, Navarro believes it’s key to nurture new talent and guide them through the necessary steps to develop their artistic identity. He focuses on providing all the essential resources needed by the artists in order to support and achieve each individual's vision. Navarro envisions Loop Theory becoming a reputable artist development and management company for the next generation of creative’s. For Creators, by Creators.

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Culture Talks with Ricky Evans aka F.A.B.L.E The Great

Ricky Evans aka F.A.B.L.E The Great is an artist/producer/singer/songwriter/designer hailing from the Westside of Chicago, IL. His strong, passionate deliver...

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Ricky Evans aka F.A.B.L.E The Great is an artist/producer/singer/songwriter/designer hailing from the Westside of Chicago, IL. His strong, passionate delivery & over cinematic soundscapes grabs your attention immediately and keeps you focused on every word. His music exudes many emotions and moods. His musical inspirations span from Daft Punk to Common and everything in between. His motive is clear; to leave a legacy that thrives long after he’s gone. Join him on his journey as he strives to be immortal.

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Culture Talks with Crystal J. Ocegueda

Crystal J. Ocegueda is a local Chicago artist, passionate about all things art. She draws inspiration from her emotions, which drive the colors she uses, the...

Crystal J. Ocegueda is a local Chicago artist, passionate about all things art. She draws inspiration from her emotions, which drive the colors she uses, the shapes her hands develop, and the clarity of the object she creates. The fundamentals driving her vision comes partly from the creative side of her corporate retail experience, from working in apparel product development for most of her career.

Crystal’s experience in textile print design is expressed and translated through the beautiful and vibrant art she creates. These last ten years have propelled her to a whole new world of technical skills and design. There is so much gratitude for the constraints that have come through her experience in the world of corporate retail as it continues to drive creativity and artistic freedom in her work.

In this conversation, Crystal shares her multi-cultural views, philosophies, artistic flare, and love for life. She walks us through the life transitions and experiences that have allowed her to express herself so freely. Take a little dive into Crystal's mind through this uplifting conversation!

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