B-side

I’m Robert Cardillo II, but most people in the underground scene know me as B-Cide. I’ve been a rapper, producer, and entrepreneur for over 25 years. I’ve toured across the country, released countless tracks, and built a loyal following without ever selling out. But in 2011, my life changed forever when I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. I went from touring and running stages to being in a wheelchair with 24-hour care. But I never stopped creating. I pivoted into building a streetwear brand, 55 Strong, and recently dropped my memoir, Myelin My Shoes. It’s raw, real, and brutally honest, about my music career, the challenges of living with MS, and how I kept reinventing myself through it all. This isn't just a disability story. It's not just a music story. It’s about survival, reinvention, and grit. I speak to creatives who’ve hit walls, people living with invisible illnesses, and anyone who’s ever felt knocked down by life and had to crawl their way back up. My story resonates because it's lived, not packaged. I bring a unique perspective to shows that focus on entrepreneurship, creativity, music, disability, and mental resilience. Whether it’s inspiring an audience or getting real about what it takes to keep moving forward, I’m here for honest, powerful conversations.    Please check out his music and social media at his website http://www.b-cide.com/