On June 26, 2020, Buffalo artist Constant Battle releases his latest project called We Fight Daily. The 7-track album features other artists from around the North East US, like, Serious Voice, MAiNE, Church Boy, and Frankie Bells. Two singles, Young Buck and Brand New Day, have been released on Apple Music (formerly itunes). Constant Battle is currently working on music videos for the project.
A #FacebookLive Listening Party and interview is set for Wednesday June 24, 2020 at 7:30 PM (EST). FUDGE and Constant Battle reunite for a sneak peak at the new project and the process to get it done. You can also catch the Listening Party on YouTube, shortly after the broadcast.
Two of Buffalo’s hottest emcees drop new music videos at Midnight Jun 21, 2019. A.I. The Anomaly and Zaydok the God Hop MC. Both are veterans in the game, but both have been in the spotlight lately at events around the US and features in music projects. A.I. has been featured on Rapzilla’s freshman class list, while Zaydok has been rolling with Sevin and the HOGMOB. Check out both of their latest videos below.
Buffalo’s socially conscious rapper and renowned Hebrew Israelite discusses with Wade-O about and explains the culture of his beliefs and community. With the reveal of Kendrick Lamar’s identity as a “Hebrew Israelite” on his most recent album release, the topic has been on the mouths, and in the ears of people on the many sides of urban culture. In a previous interview, DJ Wade-O chopped it up with Rasool Berry on the beliefs of this culture/worldview. This time through, Wade-O talks with Hebrew Israelite Zaydok Ben Israel, who reached out to him, to get further information on this deep subject.
Buffalo’s own Aitina, aka, a.i. has shown the men in Buffalo who’s the dopest emcee in town. This lady started out as shy as they get, yet with a little encouragement from her local fam, she’s paving the way for the city to blow.
a.i was also added to the line up at the annual Kingdom Bound music festival at Darien Lake, NY in July 2017.
UK Rapper Jahaziel renounced Christianity recently and released a track called “Amen Ra” and was immediately given a response by New York Rapper Lavoisier and Buffalo rapper Zaydok on their periscope broadcasts.
Jahaziel Drops Verse Dissing Christianity, Lavoi$ier Invites Him To Debate [read the article on “GrowTheHeckUp.com“]
Buffalo Rapper Zaydok responded on his periscope broadcasts with a call to debate the controversial theories of religion.
“@Jahazielmusic You are always welcome in the Dojo.”
Zaydok the God Hop MC is a member of the music group REBEL AGAINST THE WORLD [download FREE mixtape]
Website NewH2O reported on Jahaziel’s response to these recent replies. [read the article here]
Statement made by Jahaziel on his facebook page, Dec 22, 2015:
I need not explain myself to anyone but I feel the need to make a quick statement. A short while ago I turned away from 20 years as a professing Christian. I had a good job with a church organization, a house provided by the church, a large social circle of likeminded people, a career in gospel music, a worldwide fan base, a respected reputation & status within Christian and non Christian circles… Etc
Having left Christianity I may have lost many/all of these things, but what I have is worth more than all of them combined. I have my integrity. When I first joined Christianity I was told ‘you must believe this book is God’s infallible word’… Before I’d even read the book!! How can one decide for themselves whether a book is accurate and true BEFORE they have even read & investigated the book thoroughly?! Anyway… Contrary to many opinions I have met some great people in church and learned some great principles from Christianity/the bible. These principles however are not exclusive to any religion. I have experienced christianity in literally 100’s of contexts so my perspective on Christianity is quite an informed one. I have met many sincere Christians, both church goers and church leaders, and although I have not seen every one of the 40,000 Christian denominations currently in existence I think I have seen enough to personally make a general conclusion regarding Christianity in the broadest sense. Now after 20 years of being vocal about the positives of Christian faith I would like to take some time to be equally vocal about the negatives I have found. i.e Christianity and its controlling dictatorship, its historic blood trail, its plagiarized bible stories characters and concepts, the many human errors of the bible and its contradictions, the brutal nature of its God, it’s involvement in the slave trade, the crusades, the inquisition, the witch hunts, it’s second class view of women, it’s masculinization of God, it’s emasculation of men, its financial corruption… You get the drift. So YES I will go on, and I will not be silent as some have asked – my integrity will not allow me to be so passive against mass corruption. In all love. J
Some fans for Christian Hip Hop music are feeling “Uncomfortable” after a recent live performance of a favorite Christian rapper. Reach Records Artist Andy Mineo, formerly known as C-Lite, is being scrutinized by some for his “softball” response to the question of what 116 means on his ball cap. The response was simply “It’s my team” as it was aired live on Fox 5 in New York City, Wednesday October 28, 2015.
Some Christian Hip Hop fans have since critisized Andy’s lack of boldly proclaiming a Gospel message that reflects his “1-1-Six” headgear during the performance on Fox 5, New York. One group, called BSAC radio show [short for Basically Sound Artist Coalition] had gone as far as to make a mock video on their YouTube channel to show how some may feel about the situation.
It seems that the major discussion on social media is the contradicting response to what “1-1-Six” means, a reference to Romans 1:16, which is the motto of the Reach Records label, to be “Unashamed” of the Gospel. Many are watching Andy and his label mates, such as founder Lecrae, and others such as Tedashii and KB, searching for a bold Gospel message in their music, interviews, and performances, yet some Christian fans are feeling that the 116 Clique is not living up to their “Unashamed” ideals.
Andy, originally from Syracuse, NY, now living in Washington Heights, has a long history of proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, long before joining the Reach Records team. In the late 2000s, Andy worked under Nicky Cruz’s super group called TRUCE, a ministry team in New York City’s streets. He was also a part of the “God Belongs In My City” movement, of which a single and video was made, along with Christian Rock group, Doubledge. The song ‘In My City’ became an anthem for many Christians world-wide.
Andy, recently listed as one of the “Top 20 Christian Rappers of All-Time” is on the road touring in support of his latest album, ‘Uncomfortable.’
Watch the streaming visual for Andy Mineo’s latest track “Know That’s Right” off of his highly anticipated second studio album, “Uncomfortable.”
Filmed entirely on location in New Orleans. Special thanks to the Duhon Family for their amazing support and all the friends who joined me for a day of fun in filming this. Check out the cameo of Jor’Dan Armstrong.
Spencer is also set to be a part of GOD’S NOT DEAD 2 [read on]
Trip Lee’s highly anticipated fifth studio album, Rise, is now available! Featuring production from Gawvi, with appearances from Lecrae, Andy Mineo, Thi’sl and more, be sure to get your copy today! Share your thoughts using #RISENOW!
Trip Lee – Sweet Victory ft. Dimitri McDowell & Leah Smith
Rapper KB leading the crowd in a chant “I Believe That We Will Win” at the Park Stage during the Kingdom Bound Music Festival in Darien Lake Park, New York.
This year Kingdom Bound unleashes the brand new #KB2015 Park Stage! Featuring a bigger line up of Christian Hip Hop artists including: Flame, Social Club, KB, Spec, V.Rose, 5ive, Slave, Gauge, Fonz Carter, Ai Am Anomaly, ChoSon, Daarinah, and MORE!
It’s Kingdom Bounds 29th annual Summer Festival featuring Casting Crowns, Newsboys, for King & Country, Lecrae, Paul Baloche and over 70 other musicians and speakers! Here’s the offical promo video:
For complete information, including a full schedule and to order tickets visit www.kingdombound.org
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