Each week, dozens of singles and a handful of projects are released in the Christian Hip-Hop (CHH) and Urban Soul spaces. Below, we listen to a few highlights and list the rest for your own discovery. As always, follow our New Christian Rap & Hip Hop playlist on Spotify and Apple Music to listen to all the latest.
Hulvey - "Used By You" Reach Records' artist Hulvey releases his third single of 2023 aside from "Altar" featuring Forrest Frank and "Walk" featuring Lecrae. Also, he was featured on Frank's highly successful track titled, "No Longer Bound." This year has been a statement of affirmation for Hulvey, as he's clearly one of the elite CHH artists. Each of the three aforementioned singles has been featured in the top 20 of Billboard's Hot Christian Songs chart.
His first solo song of the year was produced by the multi-talented Lasanna "ACE" Harris and Elkan. "Used By You" is a powerhouse, sonically, as the bass notes knock hard enough to shatter car windows and break the listener's ear drums. Elements such as the organ and soft harmony throughout combined with the 808s and high hats promote unity between the streets and the pews alike. Hulvey has been masterful since the release of "Beautiful" last July infusing hip-hop and worship soundscapes hoping to achieve a common bond as iconic as peanut butter and jelly. Stream "Used By You" on Apple Music here. Angie Rose - "LIFELINE"
One of the Bronx (NY) finest, Angie Rose returns with her third released single of 2023. Rose continues to display her skill set diversity on blast as she remains in her R&B (Rhythm and Blues) bag. However, she has been featured on five tracks of other well-known CHH artists displaying her familiar and iconic rapping artistic flow. To name a few in particular, "TEAM" with Shepherd, Datin, and Kieran the Light as well as "Doing It Up" teaming with Phathom and V.Rose.
"LIFELINE" focuses on John 14:6 focused on healing broken hearts and reminding believers we're never alone. Her sound of late has been based on worship vibes adding an R&B twist. It's a sound not heard as often as CHH, especially when done with excellence. Artists have either traveled with CHH or worship lanes, leaving few to navigate R&B. Rose does it with expertise and precision. Also, she's unashamed when speaking of her faith and God's influence in her life never shying away from sharing the love of Jesus. Stream "LIFELINE" on Apple Music here.
Side-A EPby VILLAGE KNG Village KNG is a hip-hop duo of two CHH veterans, Pettidee and Knowdaverbs. Both have been involved in the industry and creating musical art for over 20 years. Each has taken their experiences from the past two decades and applied a fresh perspective, electrifying beats, and thought-provoking lyrics. They push boundaries and challenge conventions to give the listener solid material to think about long after the first listen.
The 4-track EP is a collection of the three previous singles released from February forward and one new track titled, "KING." The duo possesses undeniable chemistry and brotherly cohesion throughout each track. Pettidee and Knowdaverbs remind us that storytelling matters in CHH still and fans still appreciate that classic boom-bap sound. Two favorites stick out to me "KING" and "Harriet Tubman." The two emcees bring a unique perspective to historic and current cultural difficulties. Stream Side-A on Spotify here.
Derek Minor feat. Jon Keith x 1K Phew x nobigdyl. - "More On the Way"
Social Club Misfits feat. Torey D'Shaun – “Rendezvous (Luke Johns Remix)”
Jay-Way x Marc E Bassy – “Running Out of Love (Remix)”
Antoine Bradford feat. Rory McKenna – “Nothing I Can Do”
Phil J. – “Destiny”
Not Klyde – “BORN IN NOVEMBER”
Peabod – “PINK LEMONADE”
Tommee Profitt x Beacon Light x Sam Tinnesz - "Enemy"
Childlike CiCi - "I'm Choosy"
DEON feat. MvkeyyJ and Marty (of SCM) – “HCIN”
Prodi Da Prodigal x C4 Crotona - "Bad Signal"
Jaylon Ashaun – “MOON”
Scootie Wop - “FRESHY”
Koryn Hawthorne - "Cry"
Transformation Worship – “Miracles”
Battz x Aaron Dews – “Arkham Knights, Pt. 2”
GRAHAM – “Wait My Turn”
Solachi Voz – “BOUNCE BACK”
GB feat. JusRzd – “The Recipe”
Chris TyK – “Sip”
BigGucciDame – “Letter 2 Charisma” and “Kingdom of God”
Henrik – “Breathing”
Kenneth Townsell - "Jesus Alive, Pt. 2"
Sharp Dialect – “FR”
FLF x Marc Vanparla – “H M S (Humble Me So)”
REEM – “THAT’S MY GOD”
Nu Tone feat. Alex Jean – “All of Me”
Ezra McCall – “OLD HABITS”
Lyrical Levite feat. 1K Phew – “En Mi Casa”
Tj Carroll – “Stamp On It”
Red Tips feat. DJ Mike - "Pick It Up"
PRDGL feat. QEW – “Masterpiece”
John Michael Howell x Jeremiah Miller – “Rabbit Hole”
Don Ready – “ACCELERATION”
Sansone - "Choices"
HYLEM - "ME N U"
Zach Limitless - "Jungle Gym"
simplyollie. feat. 1K Phew - "Over the Moon"
Titus Haskins x Christian Allain – “Tahoe”
Edify x Josh Martin - "Voices"
Matt Mogg – “spacex freestyle”
LLC Flame – “Quero Voar”
Dante Raddd - "Channel 5"
Zachary Heider – “EVERYTHING”
Wingy Danejah x Kidd Lee x Kennis Clark - "Clean Heart"
Dre Beeze da Godson – “DEER”
Ross Millet – “How Am I to Blame?”
Alvin Cedric – “Canyons”
Pxradise – “So What”
cconsciencee – “Can’t Relate”
Tobi-A x Major Keys - "Rest"
Kushim x Shirlvin Desir x Wes Harris - "The Price"
FOEVA x Coastside - "Not Alone"
Christian Brading – “Novocaine”
Lazarus! - "Ball w/ You"
Megan Tossi – “Jealousy”
O.M.G. x Deraj - "Motivated"
Tryhard Society feat. Not Klyde - "Best Life"
Joshua Galla is an audiophile hyped about all forms of art in music, but his passion rests behind CHH and soulful vibes. He's a devout husband, father, and child of God. Concerts are his happy place.
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