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We believe it’s important to support the African American community and would love to continue to share their stories, encourage you to stream their music, & support their businesses. Rapzilla wants to help usher in some of these tough conversations & also try to lead by example of what we can to continue to rally against social injustice. The Christian Hip-Hop community is filled with beautiful diversity & within this genre, we want to help spread unity. We encourage everyone reading this to support & reflect. Rapzilla would also love for you to let us know of other black organizations, […]

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:

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 […]

Kojo Dave dropped the single “Desire,” produced by Sp4rkmusic. Let us know what you think in the comments. Listen to Kojo Dave below: Buy or stream here.

LaToria dropped some new heat with her song “Becoming.” It’s now available to hear on Rapzilla’s SoundCloud. Listen to LaToria Below: Rapzilla · LaToria – Becoming

Upcoming Latino rapper RIOS dropped his new track “Baptize.” Let us know what you think in the comments. Listen to RIOS Below:

Sanctified released the “Azusa Street” music video and had this to say: From 1906 to 1915 there was a huge Christian revival in LA. It was incredible, people would go out and flood the streets and the building which was located on Azusa Street. Aka the Azusa Street Revival! After doing research, we discovered that hatred and racism are what initially shut down the revival and now we are declaring “New Azusa.” This is the introduction to the movement. The fire has been lit. Watch Sanctified Below:

I am pissed off. I am angry. I am tired. I am jaded. I am bitter. I feel like everybody black feels this way, or they have recently, and they have every right to feel these things. We all watched ‘The Last Dance’ on TV recently, and sports seem to be a fairly tangible way for folks of all backgrounds and skin colors to understand a concept. So imagine being Michael Jordan on those legendary ’90s era Bulls teams. Matter of fact, imagine just being a fan of those teams in their hey-day. (Just bear with me for the sake […]