A Movement's Growth| Posted April 20, 2016
Renaissance Movement Music is a group of rappers (Legin, Mike Bell and Sinai) based in Virginia. Just like the Renaissance period, these guys hope to bring a fresh movement of believers through discipling and witnessing. Their growth lyrically and musically is very evident on new release Lions In Suits.
Mike Bell goes in on critics on "Don't Get It Twisted," although at times his flow gets a tad sloppy. Any Christian will be able to identify with "Harvey Dent." Batman fans are familiar with the character Harvey Dent, the once-lauded district attorney who became the villain Two Face. He flips a coin to decide the fate of his victim. Mike Bell and Sinai paint a vivid picture of the life of someone who lives for Christ and struggles with his sin nature at times: "I can flip at the flip of a coin / you can't tell if I'm cold or I'm warm / and I know I'll be changing my mind / that's okay. That's okay, I'm fine."
Laquan Green is featured on a few songs as well as producing a few tracks on the album. The beat that he lays on "All It Is" is pulsating and just right for Legin and guest Erica Cumbo to explain their mission. It is so great to hear the raspy-voiced Cumbo spit on this track. "Hands High" by Sinai (backed by Elder Q's beat banger) had me nodding my head and making that "stank face," because it bangs.
It's a celebration of sorts for Sinai and Legin on the urban jam "Black Tie Affair" as they rejoice in being made for the calling of Christ (trials and all). "There He Go" is another real, honest and raw look at temptations and escaping. Other songs that must be checked out are "Spurgeon Theory" featuring Jeremiah Bligen and "Ball," featuring the impressive vocals of Laquan Green.
The Bottom Line: RMM is bold and deliberate in their faith. Although some may argue that this is what all Christian rappers do, it is great for them to continue with their mission and stay in the lane that God has them in. They are growing in their craft, and it makes me look forward to their next release.
Song to Download Now:
"Harvey Dent" (Get it on iTunes here.)
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