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Introducing: Idle Achiever

We are introducing you all to a young new group known as Idle Achiever. I’d like to thank Joel Holycross for sharing this group with me. They have a unique style, mixing up indie rock with hip-hop, and EDM, into one delightful package of music.… Continued →

Ruslan - Indie Jones III Intro

By Graham Wall in Music Videos, News | No Comments

Ruslan just released a music video for his Intro from the forthcoming Indie Jones III, which will be releasing on May 31. If you like what you hear, you can pre-save the album on Spotify. Pre-orders are available at the Kings Dream store, as well as iTunes.… Continued →

Brinson Announces New Album

By Graham Wall in News | No Comments

On Friday, April 26, Brinson will be releasing his new album Reversing Tomorrow. No stranger to the hip-hop scene, this will be his 9th solo project; his first album, Escaping Me, was released in 2008. The press release includes some more information about the sound and lyrics: The song “Aqua Drip” taps into both the author’s affinity for comic book culture and the superhero mythology of the Marine Marvel.… Continued →

Introducing: 1K Phew

By Brandon J. in News | 2 Comments

I just have to take a moment to introduce rising hip-hop star 1K Phew to all of our readers. My youngest son is a huge fan and loves this guy. He recites these songs all day long and it got me looking more.… Continued →

Illect Recordings Offers Free Compilation

By Graham Wall in News | 1 Comment

It’s been nearly five years since Mind the Rap Volume 3 came out, but Illect is back with a new compilation and it’s “name your price” on bandcamp. The album features 19 tracks from the likes of James Gardin, Sivion, and Armond Wakeup, among others.… Continued →

Mr. Del - On God (feat. Canton Jones & Uncle Reece)

By Graham Wall in News, Streams | No Comments

Mr. Del recently released his new album, Black. “On God” gives a southern hip-hop taste and you can stream the song below. Black is available on Apple Music, Spotify, and other digital retailers.

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I AM THE STORM - These Lines (Debut Track From Thousand Foot Krutch Singer Trevor McNevan)

By Brandon J. in Lyric Videos, News | 4 Comments

Check out the new song “These Lines” off of “Fight Musik Vol. 1” by I AM THE STORM, the solo hip-hop/rap side project of Trevor McNevan from Thousand Foot Krutch. You can find the song below as well as a whole press release with details on this new project.… Continued →

Trevor McNevan of TFK Brings You "I Am The Storm"

By Brandon J. in News | 1 Comment

Trevor McNevan the founding member, singer, and songwriter behind one of the largest rock acts around – Thousand Foot Krutch, has announced that he is launching a “solo” hip hop album under the name “I Am The Storm”. Official launch date for the single and social media will come very very soon.… Continued →

Derek Minor - Revolution (Official Music Video)

By Brandon J. in Music Videos, News | No Comments

Nashville, TN based hip-hop artist – Derek Minor, is about to release his new full length effort titled “The Trap” via Reflection Music Group (August 10th). You can hear one of the new songs in music video form, below. The track is titled “Revolution”.… Continued →

Beautiful Eulogy - Weight

By Brandon J. in Music Videos, News | No Comments

Check out this really cool short film with 3D animated effects from the indie hip-hop group – Beautiful Eulogy. The track is titled “Weight”.

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R.E.F. Releases New Album "Where, O Death, Is Your Sting" (Hip Hop/Rap)

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

Hip-Hop collective – R.E.F. which feature collaborations with artists like Jovi Harp, Geddenon, Spade, Jflight, Praize, among others, has just dropped a new album titled “Where, O Death, Is Your Sting?” through God Sqwad Records. Check it out below and pick up the album through your favorite digital network.… Continued →

James Gardin - Groove

By Graham Wall in News, Streams | 1 Comment

“Groovy” might be 60s slang, but James Gardin offers a fresh dose of it with his new song “Groove.” Produced by Terem, the track boasts psychedelic synths and a tight beat to back Gardin’s smooth vocals. The song is available on all digital retailers.… Continued →

Bush Baby - Love Somebody

By Graham Wall in Music Videos | No Comments

Bush Baby has a new video for his single “Love Somebody,” which was released back in March. The song focuses on the theme of the prodigal son, conveyed through his creative hip-hop sound and a moving music video. “Love Somebody” can be purchased on Amazon, Google Play, and iTunes.… Continued →

God Sqwad Super Album "All The King's Men" to Release in 2019

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

Strike up the band, the gang is back. In 2015 members of the underground CHH label “God Sqwad Records” put together their first group project under the alias of “God Sqwad” titled “The Kingdom is Near”. The project was greeted with much acceptance from the CHH community, being featured on popular websites such as Rapzilla, West Coast Fiyah, New H2O and others as well as making an appearance in Rep The King Magazine.… Continued →

God Sqwad Records to Release New Album from R.E.F. "Where, O Death Is Your Sting"

By Brandon J. in News | No Comments

After four albums, one mix tape and even a chopped and screwed project. Idaho emcee, and God Sqwad Records artist R.E.F. has just announced a new album in the works. This new project is titled “Where, O Death, Is Your Sting” and is planned to contain several songs from his live performances that have been previously unreleased.… Continued →

Ben Knight - The Lighter Side of The Dark Knight

By Brandon J. in Lyric Videos, News | No Comments

Check out this fun lyric video by the comical and incredibly catchy indie-hip hop artist, Ben Knight, below. The song is titled “The Lighter Side Of The Dark Knight” and I think you’ll pick up on the content once you give it a listen and read the lyrics.… Continued →

REVIEW : Ruslan - Indie Jones II

By Graham Wall in Reviews | No Comments

Just because some people use a lot of words does not mean that they say a lot. This linguistic dilemma has been expressed in popular culture through numerous means, from Miss Othmar in the Peanuts cartoons, to the less specific (and pejorative) title of “chatterbox” and its synonyms.… Continued →

New Releases: February 23, 2018

By Noah Hardwick in News | 12 Comments

Alternative & Rock

Fine China – Not Thrilled
Household – Everything a River Should Be
We Were Once – Phoenix [Single]

Contemporary & Pop

Abigail Duhon – Rebound (From “God’s Not Dead: A Light In Darkness” Soundtrack) [Single]
Alisa Turner – Safe [Single]
Dae-Lee – Closer [Single]
Hawk Nelson – Parachute [Single]
I AM THEY – The Water (Meant for Me) [feat.

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New Releases: February 16, 2018

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Alternative & Rock

Facing Fire – Facing Fire [EP]
Lael & Luna, Luna – Maybe [Single]
Lowercase Noises – I’m Afraid Anymore [Single]
My Epic – Of Wilderness – Single [Single]
Nine Lashes – Breaking Out [Single]
Off Road Minivan – Spiral Gaze [EP]
Phangs – Happy Season [EP]
The Prettybads – My Molecules [Single]
Relentless Flood – Away from Me [Single]
This Patch of Sky – Pale Lights (The Echelon Effect Remix) [Single]

Contemporary & Pop

Brenton Brown – Heart of Heaven [Single]
Curt Anderson – Love Like You Love (Radio Mix) [Single]
Facing West – Weirdo [Single]
I AM THEY – No Impossible with You [Single]
Joshua Ali & Jaron Nurse – Closer [Single]
Michael W.

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New Music: February 2, 2018

By Noah Hardwick in News | 4 Comments

Alternative & Rock

All Above Me – Return to the Battlefield
LOYALS – LOYALS
Off Road Minivan – Spiral Gaze [Single]

Contemporary & Pop

Dan Bremnes – Going Together [Single]
Dan Bremnes – Up Again [Single]
I AM THEY – My Feet Are on the Rock [Single]
Jordan Feliz – Changed [Single]
Sarah Reeves – Feel The Waters [Single]
Various Artists – Samson (Songs From And Inspired By The Motion Picture)

Dance & Electronic

Jesus Loves Electro – Lift [Single]
Owl City – Reel 2 [EP]
Scott Ralley – Way That You Do [Single]

Folk & Singer/Songwriter

Adeline Hill – 2 Am [Single]
Antoine Bradford – Eugene [Single]
Ashley Cleveland – One More Song
Audrey Assad – When I See You [Single]
Bradley Bridges – Jesus Is King [Single]
Jennifer Holm – Gravity [EP]
JJ Heller – Love Letter [Single]
Luke Spehar – The Pilgrim [EP]
Oh Jeremiah – Even If It Kills Me [Single]
Praytell – I’d Pick You [Single]
Shawn McDonald – The Search [EP]

Hard Rock & Metal

Listener – Being Empty : Being Filled

Hip Hop & Urban

Battleground City – Own Team [Single]
Bee Ardoin – The Truth About Walking [EP]
Bryann T – Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit
CASS – Tomorrow Will Come [Single]
Charlie Powers – I Been [Single]
ELIM – Buddies [Single]
J-Phish – Calvary [Single]
Kevi – Good Morning [Single]
Kevmo – Fall Away [single]
Lael Turner – Fade Away [Single]
Lawren – Mood.

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Camp Hope (Cam Smith from Hotel Books) - Ready To Fall

By Brandon J. in Music Videos, News | No Comments

Cam Smith who goes under the moniker of Hotel Books has just announced his new alt-rap project – Camp Hope and has released a powerful new music video for the project that you can watch below. The song is titled “Ready To Fall” and features a sound that would please fans of Linkin Park, twenty one pilots, Beautiful Eulogy, Pax217, and Manafest.… Continued →

New Music: January 26, 2018

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Alternative & Rock

Aid & Effect – Making Things New [Single]

Contemporary & Pop

Cameron Moore – Alpenglow
JJ Weeks Band – Fool’s Gold [Single]
LoveCollide – I Don’t Want It [Single]
Nineclub – Keep On [Single]
Ryan Stevenson – No Matter What (feat.

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T-Bone - CHUURCH

By Graham Wall in Music Videos, News | 1 Comment

T-Bone has released a video for his new song “CHUURCH” which can be watched below.

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New Music: January 19, 2018

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Alternative & Rock

ROLEMODEL – Fortunes [Single]
Sucré – Inside [Single]
Switchfoot – Live It Well (Live At The Palladium) [Single]

Pop & CCM

Built By Titan – Broken Love (feat. Starxs) [Single]
Emma Mullings – Here and Now [Single]
FF5 – Fire On The Highway [Single]
Jordan Feliz – Witness: The Remixes [EP]
Mass Anthem – Through People Like Me
Mat Kearney – Kings & Queens [Single]
Leanna Crawford – Crazy Beautiful You (Deluxe) [EP]
The Rock Music – One More Time [Single]
The Young Escape – Good Life (Loud Luxury Remix) [Single]

Electronic & EDM

Gui Brazil – Yhwh [Single]
Levi Whalen – The Rough Edge EP
Oh Snap It’s Luke!

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NF - NO NAME

By Graham Wall in Music Videos, News | 3 Comments

While his most recent album, Perception, was only released in October of last year, NF has already unleashed a new song and video which can be streamed below.

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New Music: January 12, 2018

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Alternative & Rock

Fight The Fade – Bullet [EP]
Odds of an Afterthought – Fading Fast [Single]
Remedy Drive – The North Star

Contemporary & Pop

Keron Ramsey – Antidote [Single]
Newsong – Down [Single]
Medisin – Sunshine [Single]
Nicole C.

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New Music: January 5, 2018

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Alternative & Rock

Tiger Drive – Legend [Single]

Contemporary & Pop

Brooke Robertson – Have My Heart [EP]
Citizen Shade – This Time Around [Single]
Kevin Max – AWOL [EP]
Seth & Nirva – We Won’t Back Down (JimmyJames Remix) [Single]
TobyMac – I just need U.

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Best of 2017: Casey Gallenberger

By Casey Gallenberger in Best of Lists 2017 | 12 Comments

Here is my “deluxe” review list for 2017 – 20 great albums paired with 17 EPs you shouldn’t overlook. This year, we saw strong releases from veteran acts and new groups alike, and they certainly weren’t confined to one genre. Hopefully you can find a new artist through the list below – and please let me know your opinions in the comments!… Continued →

New Music: December 15, 2017

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Alternative & Rock

Phangs – Eyes Off You [Single]

Contemporary & Pop

Brenton Brown – You Will Not Fail Us [Single]
Hawk Nelson – He Still Does (Miracles) [Single]

Dance & Electronic

Bryson Price – Unashamed [Single]
GAWVI – BROS [Single]
GAWVI – HIT THE LOTTO [Single[
GAWVI – MOMENTS [Single]
GAWVI – THRILLS [Single]

Hard Rock & Metal

For All Eternity – The Will to Rebuild
Safemode – This Is Now [Single]

Hip Hop & Rap

Davis Absolute – Run This City [Single]
J-Phish – New Kings
Kaleb Mitchell – Keep Up [Single]
Lathan Warlick – Done Witchu Yet [Single]
Rapture Ruckus – Fictional [Single]
Social Club Misfits – Lucky [Single]
Ty Brasel – Praying Hands [Single]

Praise & Worship

Bethany Worship – When You Move (Live)
Chris Renzema – Son of God [Single]
Corey Russell – Inheritance [EP]
Crossing Worship – This Is Life
Equippers Revolution – Senses [Single]
ICF Worship – God With Me (Emmanuel) [Single]
Island Youth Worship – IYW [EP]
Jeremy James Whitaker – Trust [Single]
Wildwood Music – Planted in Praise: Live Worship

Christmas

Awaken Worship – Advent Song (Our God Has Come) [Single]
Hyper Fenton – Sleigh Bells [Single]
Southside Worship – O Holy Night [Single]

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Trevor McNevan Announces Hip-Hop Project

By Brandon Ivy in News | 5 Comments

Trevor McNevan (Thousand Foot Krutch/FM Static) just announced his new hip-hop & electronic project As Thick As Thieves. You can help with the release of the album “Fight Musik Vol. 1” by donating through Pledgemusic.

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