Aaron Cole took a few minutes out of a busy day at the Light Work Event at A3C. He spoke about his latest record Not by Chance, touring, and new music on the way.
This week’s episode of the news show is different. We decided to cover how Christian rap is reacting to the George Floyd tragedy, protests, and general unrest. In this video, you’ll see highlights of what people in the Christian hip-hop space are doing. Watch the Christian Rap News Show Below:
At the turn of the century, Christian Rap had taken considerable steps in size and sound since the ’90s and ’80s. During 2000, many of Christian Rap’s greatest emcees were on the mic making their stamp on the genre and their legacy. Here are 10 albums that turn 20 years old in 2020! The Cross Movement – Human Emergency The hospital-themed album by the OG record label, Phanatik, Ambassador, Tonic, EarthQuake, and Enoch lead Cross Movement’s third album. This is considered by some to be their best one, so definitely check it out! Notable Tracks: “Know Me (Huh, What?),” “Live […]
This is Your Top 8 Countdown! The show to hear the Top 8 Christian Rap songs as voted by YOU, hosted by @jonnyjeff_. With our first episode, we’re introducing you to the show and featuring a mix of dope tracks from our 2020 Rapzilla Freshmen Class. Listen to the first episode below: Rapzilla · Your Top 8 Countdown (Intro Episode) – 2020 Freshmen Class
Oh snididap! Tell ya aunty to hold on to her prayer cap! The Godzilla vs King Kong of Gospel music is going down this Sunday, March 31st at 5 PM. Captain Kirk Franklin will step into Verzuz ring to take on Fabulous Fred Hammond in the first-ever Healing Verzuz hosted by the one and only Bishop T.D. Jakes! So get ready! Get Ready! Get ready for an experience of praise and worship that will help ease our troubled souls. Last month we witnessed Pastors John P. Kee and Hezekiah Walker celebrated their classic catalogs in a Verzuz battle that brought […]
Truly creative people are just different. They have the ability to compartmentalize their art into many different facets. We’ve seen our fair share of actor turned musicians, musician turned actors, designers becoming producers, and so on. Then you think of someone like Donald Glover/Childish Gambino – a standup comedian, writer, actor, director, producer, singer, rapper, and a pretty good dancer too. Entertainment embodies his soul. In the Christian hip hop space, we don’t really have anyone that has done multiple huge things successfully. There has been plenty of dabbling though. Lecrae has done acting and is creating content with his […]
The unexpected passing of Christian rap legend Mr. Solo of the Gospel Gangstaz has rocked the CHH community. It has also rocked his family and what better way for the community to celebrate a life together than supporting those left behind. A bereavement fund was set up for the family of Mr. Solo by ThirdDae Da Mouthpiece. Official statement from Mr. Solo’s family. pic.twitter.com/RFm0iRd8qJ — The Gospel Gangstaz (@GospelGangstaz) May 26, 2020 “Praise the lord this fundraiser was authorized by Mr.Solo’s mother Ms.Rosemary and sisters DaShon and Shawanda. We are all saddened by the abrupt passing of Mr. Solo. All […]
Christian Rap has come a long way since 2010. During that year, Derek Minor was still Pro, DJ Official was alive and well with Reach Records, and the Unashamed Movement was blossoming. While 2010 was a relatively quiet year for releases, there were a few notable ones. DJ Official – Entermission This is the only album the deceased DJ released. Official gathered the biggest upcoming names in CHH at the time with Lecrae, Flame, and Sho Baraka. RIP DJ Official. Notable Tracks: “Show Off,” Get Busy,” and “On My 116” Listen Here. PRo – Redemption Now known as Derek Minor, […]
Laila Mickelwait is a woman with a purpose. She is determined, relentless, prepared, and diligent with her goals. She is someone who doesn’t just think, she acts and executes. The most incredible part is this drive and work ethic isn’t for her personal gain – it’s for the gain of tens of thousands without a voice and ability to get it done themselves. *Warning sensitive material* Mickelwait has made it her life’s mission to fight against sex trafficking and the exploitation of women and young girls. One of the obstacles standing in the way of a path to justice is […]
Wande was making connections and making moves. She’s traveled down quite a long number of roads to get to this point. Each stop has been an exit to her life with a destination turning point. That is where part one of this two-part trip with Wande ended. She was interning with Rapzilla and her knowledge in the space helped her get noticed by Reach Records for an internship. This next move would be the biggest one of Wande’s life thus far – it’s time to take the Atlanta exit. The young artist in pursuit of some musical action was stuck […]
Last week we took a deep dive into Lecrae and his journey of restoration. The rapper opened up about his fight against the voices in his head, the self-doubt, and the loss of identity. The subject was definitely heavy and personal. While the goal of telling a proper story reflecting one’s art is to sometimes highlight the more intense and vulnerable moments, every conversation should also have a lighter tone as well. The following article is Lecrae expounding on his relationships with Kanye West and Rapsody, talking about the Unashamed tour and artists, and finally giving his thoughts about KB […]
Over the years we’ll make a series of stops along this journey we call life. Every time we veer off the road to hit a new destination, it’s an exit we make to start on a new path. As the scenario flashes before our eyes, sometimes we need to just pull over and soak in what’s really happening. For Wande, it’s her time to soak in the sights, and see how far she’s come. But before we get there, the story of how she got to this place is as remarkable as the one on where she’s headed. Wande Wande […]
Kyle Alexander dropped his new track “Go Get It,” let us know what you think in the comment section. Listen on Kyle Alexander Below:
Paul Hernandez on new single: After receiving much love from my previous singles “Access” which was placed on New Music Friday Christian and “Set a Fire,” I wanted to come back with another upbeat song that would incorporate my Latin background and showcase more of my production. “Mañana” is a combination of a phrase my dad always said when we needed to get important things done, as well as a declaration for all to break the habit of procrastination and – ‘not put off tomorrow what we can get done today’ and cherish the moments we’re given every day. Free […]
17-year-old rapper ChrissNonStop released his song “Hit the Dash.” Listen to ChrissNonStop Below:
Terence Penny dropped “Worthwhile” featuring Joey Vantes. It’s on Rapzilla’s SoundCloud now. Listen to Terence Penny Below: Rapzilla · Terence Penny – Worthwhile ft. Joey Vantes Buy or stream here.
Kabwasa released his new track “In My Head,” check it out on SoundCloud. Listen to Kabwasa Below: Rapzilla · Kabwasa – In My Head
