SAMMY “SAMSON” MALDONADO is a Latino Spoken Word Poet, Emcee, Songwriter from The Boogie Down Bronx. He is the Founder and Host of Rhymes And Poems also known as RAP. He has been a Teaching Artist and performer for most of his life and he uses his experiences to speak life through his pen. He has blessed many stages within the NorthEast College Circuit. He has also blessed many prestigious venues such as The Nuyorican Poets Cafe, Bowery Poetry Club, The Bronx Museum of Art and New York Botanical Garden just to name a few. Samson currently has many projects floating within this multiverse of artistry; you can either hear his music or read his poems. His ultimate goal as a Nuyorican Poet is to inspire many through his points of view and creations.