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.
Battz - "Cult-ure" Independent artist Battz releases his fifth single titled, "Cult-ure." The track is a thought-provoking track that offers a scathing critique of contemporary society's superficial values and consumerist tendencies. The song's lyrics are sharp and insightful, painting a vivid picture of a culture obsessed with material wealth, social media validation, and negative media influences.
The production is gritty and atmospheric, complementing the song's dark and introspective tone. Battz's delivery is commanding and passionate, delivering his message with conviction and urgency. The song's repetitive chorus serves as a powerful mantra, emphasizing the central theme of a culture that has become lost in its pursuit of superficiality.
While some listeners may find the song's message overly pessimistic or preachy, there's no denying that it raises important questions about the direction of our society. "Cult-ure" is a timely and relevant track that encourages listeners to challenge the status quo and strive for a more meaningful and authentic way of life. Stream "Cult-ure" on Spotify and Apple Music.
Mission x Caleb Gordon - "The Answer" AOYNOM and RMG Amplify's Mission drops his eighth single of 2024. Teamed up with independent powerhouse Caleb Gordon, the two crafted a surefire west coast anthem bound to make listeners dance from start to finish. Produced by K. Agee, the track's piano key runs coupled with the 808s pound harder than your heart after a scary movie. Based on God's faithfulness and everlasting love, the answer is simple for those called as God's children. Stream "The Answer" on Spotify and Apple Music.
Taelor Gray (prod. by Swoope) - "Keep Holding On"
Lead pastor of Linden Life Fellowship in Columbus (Ohio), indepedent emcee Taelor Gray drops another lyrical masterpiece on YouTube and Instagram. Produced by the iconic Swoope, "Keep Holding On" is reassurance that God shall always be with you regardless of your personal situation or struggle. Filmed by LegendariMinds at Legendari Studios, Gray spits one sweet sixteen after another. It's crazy, as Gray seems to improve with every track released or project dropped. Last month, he collaborated with the masterful producer Peace586 on a project titled, Let the Church Say Amen.
This track is near perfection. The wordplay and rhyme schemes. The cadence. Everything is beautiful in a hip-hop sense of artistic appreciation. Stream "Keep Holding On" on Spotify and Apple Music.
Brenno x Kijan Boone x Melodic B x K Diamond - "New Glow"
Linga theBoss x K. Lewis - "Either Way"
I Project - "FOUND U"
Moflo x JAI - "The Roaring 20's"
Jude Barclay x Nic D – “million dollars”
Drew Ava x Chris Howland x Kurtis Hoppie x Rare of Breed - "You're the Reason Why"
R.kitect feat. C4 Crotona x Spit Gemz – “Knuckle Up”
Da Commissioner x GrizzyGreenBeats feat. YP – “2nd COMING”
Cellus Hamilton - "Echoes of the Innocent"
DANMAR feat. BigBreeze – “SOBER”
ASAP Preach x Lighthouse - "Straight Up"
BigGucciDame x LLC Flame – “TIRED OF BEING TIRED”
Yung Drew feat. Big Fil - "Rookie Year"
John Michael Howell – “Lying With A Liar”
NobodyGHY - "God Still Good"
Zachary Heider – “Convenient”
Titus Haskins x Beautiful Beats – “All Okay”
Sonny Creción – “2GETHER WE RUN (REMIX)”
iNTELLECT feat. Procyse x Rich Colón x Q-Flo – “Authentic Currency (Remix)”
Prodigyl feat. Abraham Silas – “Under Pressure”
Austin Joyce x Parris Chariz - "Thank You"
Baruch – “GIVE ‘EM SOME MORE”
Petrina DeLacey – “My God (I Need To Seek Ya)”
Rich Colón x Marqus Anthony – “Gritty”
Peair feat. IDEGO – “WAR READY”
CALLEDOUT MUSIC - "Avalanche"
SNT. VINCENT feat. ARIAS and GIOVANI – “MUERTOS”
Saint Rockstar – “I SEE U”
Jay Steezy feat. NAES – “SKII”
Allen Thomas – “Jerusalem”
Drup – “Memories”
Larell - "Strikem Down"
Razzie - "Alpha and Omega"
Hunterdrinkswater – “know i can trust u”
K-Anthony - "Baptize Me"
Jpk. - "Wrong"
KOU!!! - "Sick of Me"
Key'ijah - "Slide"
LAMB CULTURE x Omojo - "Eazy Baby (UNVL'24)"
Tbabz x Naffymar x Princeton South - "Gathering (Special Version)"
Kojo Dave x Praise Lubangu - "A Thousand Years"
Spillz Ochai x Zic Music x Shirlvin Desir - "Glory Day!"
Cerose - "Chariots of Fire"
Ealle x Rehmahz x Reblah - "Gather Dey"
Prince Purposed x Phil the Voice – “BLOOD ON ME”
AC Lightnin – “Incredible Geek”
Lil Luke – “Young Fly and Saved”
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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