In this Fast Food Society, we’ve been conditioned to this “I Want It Now” mentality. There’s an understanding that if I just go hard for it, then I can take what’s mine, whenever I want it. Obviously, we are taught to work hard and strive for the things that we want, but just because we want them, doesn’t always mean that it’s beneficial, and just because it’s obtainable, doesn’t always mean that we should pursue it. “Wait On It” reminds the listener that the things that we want, and the things that we need can be the same thing, and that when the time is right for us to have them they will manifest because they’ve been ordained by God as a blessing and a provision.
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Somewhere Other Than Here by Pacaso Ramirez [Christian Hip Hop – Free Download]
‘Somewhere Other Than Here’ marks quite an impressive run for Christian Hip Hop veteran artist Pacaso Ramirez. Coming a year after his last album ‘Sparxx Gotta Fly’, the new 9-song album is project number 17 since 2005 for the Blood Related Entertainment emcee.
‘Somewhere Other Than Here’ also includes a first in Ramirez’s impressive resume. The album is being dropped in collaboration with FiveTwenty Presents, a division of FiveTwenty Collective, that is looking to showcase well-deserving talent within the independent CHH space.
Ramirez decided to take the listener on a journey to the middle of nowhere, seeking solace and inviting those who tune in to go along with him.
“I’ve spent the last 16 years devoted to the truth of the Scriptures,” explains Ramirez. “I understand that the urgency of hope, faith, and the Gospel all collide at the pinnacle of our every day. ‘Somewhere Other Than Here’ is almost an Elijah type moment (after he defeated Jezebel) when he fled to a cave in the middle of nowhere. I hope the album provides an interesting and enjoyable listen for those who come with me.”
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Crossroads by Mr. Marshall [Christian Hip Hop – Free Download]
Blood Related Entertainment has been hard at work bringing the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to those willing to hear since 2014. With the label’s discography available for free via their Bandcamp page, it is easy to see the heart and the mission God has given to not only the christian hip hop artists, but Blood Related’s CEO – Mr. Marshall.
Mr. Marshall is set to release his newest project, titled ‘Crossroads’, on July 21, 2020.
‘Crossroads’ is a 15-track album that is representative of a time of choice and trusting in the promises that God has given us. “There comes a time in every man’s life that they have to make some tough decisions that will further shape their future,” Mr. Marshall describes. “In a season of transition, following a path that goes way beyond music, the Lord has given what may be the final full length Mr. Marshall christian hip hop project. ‘Crossroads’ is a thorough reminder to follow where the Lord is leading you, not to look back, but to keep your eyes on the prize which is Christ Jesus.”
The album features production by Anno Domini Nation, John Murdock, and Project Pluto. It also includes musical contributions from TheNewOne, Anwah, Big J, and Da General.
Listen to the Christian Hip Hop Album Here:
Tell Me Where I’d Go | Pacaso Ramirez
After 29 years of creating Contemporary Hip Hop music, you get to a time where you question, “Is it time to hang it up?” and “What am I still doing this for?”. Tell Me Where I’d Go is a song that stems from that attitude of questioning my passion for making Contemporary Hip Hop, and the desire and will to keep on going, and if I do keep on going, what are the benefits? The last line in the first verse, I state: “Hopelessly, need to change my environment, feeling like Marshawn Lynch’s Twitter retirement.” I thought the way that Marshawn Lynch, a man of few words, tells the world that he’s hanging it up during Super Bowl weekend with a simple Twitter Pic of a pair of cleats hanging on a power line with the peace sign emoticon was Smooth Criminal type of epic. Absolutely G. I can relate, though through music, I’m a man of many words, outside of song making, I’d rather speak when it’s necessary. What’s funny though, when Marshawn Lynch signed a 2 year deal with the Raiders, Marquette King posted an image of him retrieving Lynch’s cleats for him. Hilarious, but these two instances seem to sum up this entire song for me. Please enjoy it.
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Twin Towers | Intensive Praise Unit
Intensive Praise Unit drops their first album “Twin Towers” under Blood Related Entertainment. Despite being a new face in the Digital Contemporary Rap scene, Intensive Praise Unit is no stranger. Over the passed 10 years, IPU has quietly performed quality sets with fan favorites like “Give God Some Praise” and “What Would You Do”, amongst many others.
The concept behind “Twin Towers” not only reflects on the group as being a dual emcee threat, but it also reflects on the groups Ground Zero status, and the rebuilding and relaunching of Intensive Praise Unit underneath the Contemporary Rap and Blood Related Entertainment platform.
On “Twin Towers”, you’ll find songs labeled by the sub-titles “Ground Zero” and “The Rebuild”. Ground Zero are songs that have been written and performed by Intensive Praise Unit over the course of the last 10 years, these tracks have been revamped with new instrumentals giving these tracks new life, and on The Rebuild, you will find new tracks that have been written for this album.
Intensive Praise Unit’s way of crafting stories with pain, hope and faith not only draw attention to our human flaws and our need for a savior, but also show that through life’s abundant trials, our way of escape resides in Jesus Christ.
Listen to the Contemporary Rap Album Here:
EchoChrist | EmtyHipHop
EmtyHipHop releases his latest Gospel Hip Hop album simply entitled “EchoChrist”. For those of you that know Michael Turk, you will know that he has the heart of Apostle Paul, and takes the stance to know nothing but Christ Jesus and Him Crucified (1 Cor. 2:2). Each track has the essence of the Gospel and saving Grace of Jesus Christ embedded in it, over boom bap beats, and the incredible lyricism that Gospel hip hop Artist Emtyhiphop is known for. #EchoChrist
Born in 1983 Michael Turk, aka ‘emty’ was raised in Los Angeles, CA. He fell in love with hip hop at an early age. His fellow childhood friends listened to the likes of Snoop Dogg and Westside Connection while Mike enjoyed the likes of Wu-tang, Redman and A Tribe called Quest which would help shape his lyrical style. While in middle school he connected with a group of high school students who formed a hip-hop group called Melodic Device. He hung around these older and gifted MC’S and began to shape his own style. Two years after high school he was invited to a church service at Calvary Chapel South Bay where the late Pastor Steve Mayes was preaching. Mike felt God speak to him during the service and he came forward to surrender his life to Christ. After the alter call the pastors had him walk to a back room to receive prayer and a free bible. When he walked to the back he was greeted by a young man around his same age wearing baggy pants and a lakers jersey. The man asked him “you like hip-hop?” This man explained to mike that his name was APX and he was a christian hip-hop artist. APX stated that God told him to bring 2 cd’s to church that morning and he gave them to mike. This began a love for Christian hip-hop and it was an eye opening experience to the power an mc can make through a musical medium.
Listen to the Gospel Hip Hop Album Here:
All or Nothing: Not For Sale | Blood Related Entertainment
Positive Hip Hop label Blood Related Entertainment released a label wide compilation, Beyond the Walls, Volume 1 with positive hip hop artists all over the globe. Since then, Blood Related Entertainment has expanded it’s team with individuals that are passionate about the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and use their voices to share their testimonies and express their faith in that Gospel. In December of 2018, the expanded group of labelmates from Blood Related Entertainment, released a 7 track follow up, All or Nothing: Not For Sale EP – which begins with the banger title track, and then journeys through a series of tracks that excites transparency, strength, consummation, a message to emcees, society from an animalistic approach, and a Political overview. This project is a push to move through a time of trials on many fronts. Better is coming.
Each artist in the Blood Related Family brings something passionate and unique to the the table. Blood Related Entertainment is currently made up of 7 Emcees, 1 Singer, 1 DJ & 1 Engineer/Producer. God has built this team the same way He built the 12 Disciples, each one of us had a calling, but it’s together that all callings begin to work as a unit to accomplish the Will of God for our lives.
As a mass unit of brothers, that aim to serve the Lord diligently, in obedience and truth, it would be our pleasure to come minister at your event. Whether it’s through music, word or deed – our service is part of our worship towards the King of Kings.
Listen to the Positive Hip Hop Album Here:
Beat Pack #1 | Project Pluto
According to his label mates, Project Pluto is one of the most gifted and talented producers in Christian Boom Bap or any other genre for that matter. His unique approaches to creating instrumentals stem from his wide range of influences, which look way beyond Boom Bap, Rock, Reggae, Latin Grassroots, and much more. Pluto also is a very generous and humble person, enough that he would want to give almost everything he produces away for free. This is why he is offering this 15 Track Unlimited Lease Beat Tape for next to nothing. For those aspiring rappers out there, paying $50 for an entire beat tape is a gold mine, and even getting a quality track at $15 a piece is an amazing find. These tracks are only available in WAV format, and can not be tracked out.
Born in 1977, Mike Kapusta aka Pluto grew up in east LA California, there he was exposed to many types of music and cultures. Inspiration for the melting pot of sounds that appear in his music. After experimenting with many types of instruments, Pluto fell In love with the guitar and fronted a few rock and punk bands in the LA area.
Wanting to expand his musical horizons Pluto began to record at home, playing all the instruments that appeared on his early albums. Ranging in styles from rock to jazz and hip hop. After becoming a Christian, Pluto decided to use his musical talents to help other Christian artist spread the word of the Kingdom. Creating new beats and sounds for hip hop artists. Pluto still records instrumental music and self publishes.
Listen to the Christian Boom Bap Album Here:
A Mixture of Us
Paul Gaskins aka Paul G, a District of Columbia native, had a vision in mind when he decided to create the Gospel Rap EP: A Mixture of Us. Though you see A Mixture of Us as Paul Gaskins, John Gaskins and Markel Brewster, Paul has referenced A Mixture of Us as any individual who has come together collectively to make a quality product and offering to the Lord Jesus Christ. This particular version of A Mixture of Us is a 5 track offering from the 3 artists mentioned above, and with a quality 5 track EP, and the amazing chemistry between these 3 individuals, it leaves you wanting so much more. You won’t be disappointed.
Growing up in the Washington DC area, Paul’s Dad was a Pastor, and instead of forcing him to live as a Christian, He allowed him to experience all the ups and downs that life had to offer. In his younger years , Paul found his way into exploring drugs, alcohol and other illegal activities. Paul knew he had a gift to sing, so he began playing and singing at clubs, at the age of 15. It was during this time that he realized the life that he was leading was sinful, and decided that this life wasn’t for him. He shortly chose to turn from the world and follow God. After converting into the ways of a Christian, Paul began singing in a band called GodsBlendBand where they traveled and performed up and down the entire east coast. With this band, God allowed Paul to witness people’s lives being changed from the inside out. Though the band isn’t together anymore, his mission has stayed the same, which is to continue to serve God using the gifts he has given him, maintain his passion for singing and telling people about Jesus, and seeing lives changed.