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Christian Hip Hop: Ministry or Business?
“A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men”
- Proverbs 18:16
From the outside looking in, Christian Hip Hop seems to be a world where theology is often used to critique the so-called legitimacy or illegitimacy of “Christian rappers”. Often times, it seems as though there is ... -
Christon Gray Making of ‘School of Roses’ Part IV
The 4th episode of the behind-the-scenes look at the making of Christon Gray's debut release with Collision Records, "School Of Roses." Set to release March 25th. Christon Gray wraps up the album and not only do we get to see the creative process but we also get to hear his heart ... -
D-Tropp to Release Debut Album ‘Away From Home’ on May 13
Artists are often applauded for their authenticity and transparency, merging their flawed lives with their artistic gifts. While that process can be searingly painful for the creator, the recipients of the creation often receive the necessary strength to work out their own shortcomings. After a personally tumultuous 2013, D-Tropp has created such a moment with his upcoming album Away From ... -
Christon Gray Making of ‘School of Roses’ Part III
The 3rd episode of the behind-the-scenes look at the making of Christon Gray's debut release with Collision Records, "School Of Roses." Set to release March 25th. Swoope is featured in the video as they work through the creative process for the single "Vanish". -
Video Interview: Interview with Tim Trudeau of Syntax Creative
In a rare interview with Syntax Creative (Syntax Distribution, Syntax Records, Stratify Music) founder Tim Trudeau, he and Steve Patton have on odd, witty yet profound conversation about the history of Christian Hip Hop. They also discuss the evolution of the “rapper that’s a Christian” tag from a unique and personal perspective. -
The Clipse’s No Malice Addresses Kanye’s ‘Yeezus’ Title & Depiction Of Jesus Christ In Hip-Hop
Kanye West knows that religion is a topic that always sparks conversation. Obviously, when one of Hip-Hop’s biggest stars decides to name his album Yeezus, many people are going to have an opinion. While there have been conflicting reports to what the actual title is, No Malice of The Clipse, has added to the discussion on the ... -
FEDEL set to release new album VIP album Spring 2013
Fedel announces the release of his next full-length album, VIP, for May 2013. After releasing his free 'Members Only Mixtape' only a week ago, fans are buzzing about his new music and asking about his next full length album. -
J’Son Talks “Parent Me” Song/Film, Commends T.I. As A Father
On his third album, Lamp Mode recording artist J’Son addressed hood problems on his Christian Hip Hop community-acclaimed project, City Lights. On his new album Growing Pains, a Hip Hop version of The Psalms, the St. Louis, Missouri-area emcee addresses his -
Review – Theory Hazit ‘Thr3e’
Twenty-plus years ago, MC Ren and Dr. Dre posited that writing a successful hip hop song was a pretty simple formula: “You’re either talkin’ ‘bout the place to be, who you are, what you got, or about a sucker MC.” I’ve always been irritated by such a simplistic take on one of my favorite art forms. ... -
FLAME ‘Captured’ Tracklisting
Captured is an album that was derived from a personal burden on FLAME’s heart. When reflecting upon the state of the world and the church, FLAME noticed that people fell into two categories:
1. being captured by sin and still under its grip and control; or
2. having been captured ...