Triscene.com Features:

One Day At a Time (by Iowan Tribal) I had to remember why I was in a relationship with Kevin. What I mean is that I had to remind myself that I had a voice--to decide not only the direction of our evening together, but the direction of where we were headed as partners in love and crime...

Mama Drama (by Iowan Tribal) Sometimes a single mama's job can be a thankless and unappreciative role...or seemingly so...

Trouble In the House? (by Vonetta Booker-Brown) First of all, as Conrad Neblett suggests, let’s not even call it “house music.” Because when he breaks down why he feels the genre shouldn’t be referred to as such, the guy makes a lot of sense...

Why Rappers Aren't Millionaires: So, you think that record deal will automatically lead to Easy Street or Bling-Bling Avenue? Slow down--it looks like even Michael himself is about to start clipping coupons. Wendy Day's about to shed light on who really gets paid in The Business--and who doesn't. Suddenly, "all that glitters isn't gold" takes on a whole new meaning.

Trends & Things: Tameka Foster: Right now, a low-key Lauryn Hill rolls with her guitar and not much else. But when she was bohemian-diva-fabulous, Tameka Foster was the woman behind the look. Check out Triscene's Q&A with this celebrity stylist extraordinaire.

Diane Bailey--Locsmith Extraordinare: Happily nappy heads in Brooklyn know her skills as a loctitian quite well. In this interview, the owner of natural salon Tendrils chats about the sweat involved in creating a natural hair awareness over the years. Oh, but it's good sweat, though...

Going for Broke: Once broke enough to "knock out her own tooth and hope the Tooth Fairy's down for adults," The Broke Diaries author and Okayplayer.com founder Angela Nissel talks about writing, hustling--and now being able to afford those Ramen noodles.

Dopeness: The Subterrain: Deep within the studios of NYU, a revolution's brewing. Step down with us and explore an underground radio show called "The Subterrain."

The Apartment Hustle: Scene editor and former Brooklynite Vonetta Booker tells you all about it, along with the lowdown on different Brooklyn neighborhoods. Happy hunting...

Is Brooklyn in the House?: Without a doubt--it's where everyone is trying to be right now. If you're one of them, check out this guide to different Brooklyn neighborhoods.

Copa Controversy: Some folks aren't feeling the Copa "Curl Release System" right now. Vonetta Booker-Brown reports on the infomercial controversy, and musses aloud about how deep the hair thing still is.

Sole Purpose: First the tri-state area, then the world: That's what shoe designer Lawrence "XL" Gay's game plan is, with his company XL Connections.

Old School Pick: "Cherchez La Femme," by Dr. Buzzard's Original Savannah Band: Triscene editor Vonetta Booker-Brown gives props to the most strobelight-fabulous old school masterpiece this side of polyester wrap dresses and platform wedges. Straight sunshine.

Out In The Boondocks: Why some newspaper readers can’t get enough of the comic strip—and why The Boondocks works the last nerves of others just as much.

Shelley Nicole: It’s Shelley Nicole, y’all. The Brooklyn songstress can sing—and she’s got things to say, to boot. Can’t beat that.

Last's Stand: Spoken word group Second 2 Last discusses their new CD, Say Word, and why cats can’t "feel them wit’ da hands."

The Sculptress: Brooklyn locktitian Nekhena Evans tells Scene why she can make any jar of relaxer run for cover.

Dopeness: Iyaba Ibo Mandingo's a 21st century griot with a story to tell. Acrylic and canvas are his channels.

Hey DJ:

DJ Red Alert. 'Nuff said. >>more

House DJ Joey Vega reveals the reason why the music keeps him sane. >>more

Two Cents:
A wallet gets stolen in Brooklyn. My first taste of NYC “crime”? I got over it.. >>more

When it comes to the male shortage, Paula Harris says, “Don’t believe the hype.” The woman that has “Big Pimpin’” on her answering machine tells ladies how to get the most out of their love life. Don’t hate the player…eh, you know the rest. >>more

Trends and Things:

Celebrity makeup artist and HauteZine.com founder Phyllis Williams drops science about the entertainment and fashion industry—and why she hates "booty lips." >>more

Capri pants and Queens designer Ka Ren just don't get along. Find out why...among other things. >>more