We sat down with Jahaziel at Flavor Fest 2011 to talk about his struggle with pornography in the past, working with The Ambassador, Da’ T.R.U.T.H. and ultimately signing with Xist Music, as well as his upcoming projects including Forerunnaz.
If you’re reading this, and don’t know, surprise! Wande signed to Reach Records! Not only is it a big deal for the artist and label, but she also becomes the first female signed to the imprint. Rapzilla recognized Wande’s talent when we named her a Freshmen in this year’s class and it’s encouraging to see others have recognized that too. “I think it means a lot because I can do things at a bigger level than trying to do it myself. The reputation that Reach has, it’s great to be on there with the other artists and the culture there,” […]
Last week, we introduced you to Joseph Prielozny. Here’s an A&R, VP, and producer for Word Records, IVAV, and works with Cobra Music. He’s helped Steven Malcolm and Ty Brasel get to where they’re at, and he’s influenced countless others. He’s also responsible for some of Reach Records’ biggest hits. His biggest is arguably “All I Need is You,” recorded by Lecrae for the Anomaly album. “I’m most proud of [it], Grammy consideration. Not my favorite, that would be ‘Fear’,” off the same album. At the Grammy’s Questlove told him he loved the “Fear” track. Another one of Joseph’s favorites is […]
Derek Minor is a lot like director Christopher Nolan making The Dark Knight Trilogy. Confused, let’s explain. In 2017, Nolan commented on the current status of superhero films in relation to his own Dark Knight Trilogy, claiming the latter was afforded “the luxury of time.” He said: “That’s a privilege that filmmakers aren’t afforded anymore…There’s too much pressure on release schedules to let people do that now but creatively it’s a huge advantage. We had the privilege and advantage to develop as people and as storytellers and then bring the family back together.” Reading Nolan’s comments in 2019, his words gain […]
Last week, Paul Russell shared about the creation process of his debut album Once in a Dry Season. If you listen closely throughout the project you hear snippets of his personal journey. For this week, he shared how he got signed to one of the biggest labels in Christian hip-hop and the trials along the way. Despite being signed to a hip-hop label, Russell admits that his relationship with the music genre was rocky at first. “I was always more of an alternative rock guy,” he laughed. “Nowadays I listen to mainly alternative R&B artists who happen to exclusively be British.” […]
Kevi Morse recently came clean about some things he was dealing with personally. He boldly came online and shared that he was expecting his first child with his girlfriend. He admitted his faults, owned up to the situation, and publicly asked for forgiveness. Morse didn’t have to do any of this, but his internal character required him to do so. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT / APOLOGIE !! Please Pray for me moving forward that’s all I ask , it’s been tough but I’m resting in the scriptures and quality time with God 🙏🏾 | James 5:16 | FULL VID YOUTUBE – KEVI MORSE […]
So on this Easter Sunday, as I prepared to watch the live stream of Sunday Service by Kanye West at Coachella, I waited with excitement because I had seen the previous clips on the internet and I wondered how they would execute it on such a big stage. I also had previously seen Kanye live during the Late Registration Tour and the Yeezus tour, both being some of my favorite all time concerts, so I knew the caliber of his showmanship. As I watched, I noticed some issues throughout the set with sound. Teyana Taylor at one point had her […]
Derek Minor doesn’t care anymore. He’s a man that is perfectly in focus and feels the tug of God on his purpose. He doesn’t care about what you think of him. He doesn’t care about receiving any awards, accolades, or recognition, and he doesn’t care about the industry’s politics. Derek Minor only cares about YOU. Derek and I are sitting in the makeshift greenroom of Church City USA in Jamaica Queens, NY. The church sits in the middle of hip-hop’s hollowed grounds and is pastored by Christian Rap NY legend Richie Righteous. Fellow RMG labelmate Canon is in the room […]
Aaron Dews and Jon Payne faced off in the first ever Rapzilla Beat Battle at SXSW 2019. The battle took place at The Belmont on 6th Street in Austin, TX after the Reflect Greatness showcase presented by HipHopDX. Hosts: Dee-1 & Propaganda Judges: Abe Batshon (BeatStars), Canon, STREETRUNNER Shot/Edited by @charlietre_
Derek Minor is our featured guest on this episode of Rapzilla.com LIVE with Chris Chicago – our 2 hour syndicated radio show and podcast. He talks about his new collab album with Byron Juane & Canon called ‘Going Up’ and more. Buy ‘Going Up’ album here. Wande – Blessed Up Social Club Misfits – Up Andy Mineo – None Of My Business Ty Brasel – 333+444 Flame – Next Dee-1 – Ready For You 1K Phew – How We Coming Ft. Ty Brasel & WHATUPRG Rapzilla.com Live’s Artist Interview Segment Derek Minor – Interview Part 1 Derek Minor – Going Up […]
JXHN PVUL X Jodie Jermaine got the Latin vibes together with new single “Making My Moves.” Listen to JXHN PVUL X Jodie Jermaine Below: Stream here.
QUESE dropped a music video for his track “We All Winnin” featuring Peazy and Kevi Morse. Watch QUESE Below:
Brinson travels to the windy city to capture the visual for “You’re So Good.” This song is about seeing the struggles of life but having hope through faith. Brinson raps about doing wrong when he knows right, depression, and insecurities. But at the end of the day God is good even when life is hard. Watch Brinson Below: Purchase or stream here.
