Testimony: A Musician's Story

A House Divided by Divorce Brought Gospel Rapper, Jekasole, to God’s House

Folks used to clown her music and now she is part of the Rapzilla Freshman class of 2021. In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story, Purto Rican rapper-singer-songwriter Jekasole shares her Christian testimony. Jekasole discusses the hard decision she made to leave relationships and her home church to follow God’s calling on her life. She speaks candidly about losing her dear friend and fellow CHH artist Prof. Biz.. Jeka also talks about praying for people on Instagram Live. Additional...

Christian Pop Artist, Mogli the Iceburg, Lost His Mother as Kid and Found God as a Man

Meth, weed, Jesus, and mortality. In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story ¼ of Indie Tribe, Mogli the Iceburg, shares his Christian testimony. Mogli discusses his dealing with the concept of mortality after his mom passed away when he was 12. We discuss struggling with race and identity as a half Mexican and German growing up in Tennessee. Additionally, Mogli shares his thoughts on Christian rapper Rockstar JT tweeting that he smokes weed.

Zander, A Modern-Day Prodigal Son Story

Watching Kanye West make beats motivated him to learn to produce music; his dad being the first Christian in his family broke generational curses and now the prodigal son is receiving his legacy. In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, producer and rapper Zander shares his Christian testimony. My grandmother, Mother Brown, makes a funny appearance and delivers a prayer for Zander. Zander talks about his debut album Legacy and the series of house tours he ...

From Foster Care to Adoption Female Rapper, A.I. The Anomaly, Felt Like God's Only Mistake

She was 20 yrs old and single when she had her son. She knew she needed God in order to love her son, and through loving her son, she learned how to love herself. In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story, rapper and multi-hyphenated artist, A.I. The Anomaly, shares her Christian testimony. She discusses growing up in the foster care system, her passion for philanthropic work in underserved communities, and being the first woman signed to Bizzle’s God Over Money Records. Additionally, ...

Assyrian CHH Rapper, Marc Stevens, Almost Gave Up Music Until God Put a Revival in His Heart

His parents are from a country that is no longer, and he grew up in one of the most culturally diverse areas of the country. In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story, the Middle Eastern Bay Area rapper Marc Stevens, shares his Christian Testimony. Marc talks about his people being persecuted for their Christian faith, and how his experience as a Rapzilla Freshman has been a revival of his heart. Additionally, he breaks down: “Yeah Right”, “Say That” feat. Porsha Love, “Run Up”, and “...

Jered Sanders is Making Christian Hip Hop for the Grown & Sexy

In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story I interview God Over Money rapper, Jered Sanders. Sanders was born in St. Petersburg, FL, and raised in the Arlington, VA area where his step-dad was stationed. Sanders had a late introduction to the church. While he was in high school his mom went to a revival and gave her life to the Lord. She felt her family had to make up for the lost time, so they were heavily involved. One would think teenage Jered wouldn’t be into commuting 45 minutes ...

Get to Know Erinn Knight, the Woman Behind the Scene of the Christian Hip Hop Music Business Industry

In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story I interview artist manager-party promoter-booking agent-label president, Erinn Knight. Erinn was born on the south side of Atlanta, GA. If you know Erinn, then you know she is an ATL enthusiast! ATL has the highest number of black entrepreneurs per capita in the world, and she grew up seeing a lot of successful black people, so she attributes her ability to dream big to her city.  “I come from the dopest city in the world,” said Knight.   “AT...

Kham Uses His Christian Music Industry Platform to Push for the Betterment of Black People

Key Points In Interview: 5:53 - Kham shares how he accepted Christ into his life at 9 years old. 7:30 - While he was 16 years old, he watched his peers settle with drugs, weed, and sex. This made him wonder if there was more to life. Mom put the fear of God in him. 9:30 - Kham wants people to know that giving your life to Christ isn’t all rainbows and you and God skipping through daisies. There are ebbs and flows. 10:05 - Kham opens up about being exposed to pornography at 12/13 years old ...

Douglas Boyz

George Floyd’s mural was destroyed by lightning and some folks on Twitter are calling it an act of God, but these brother’s disagree; two adult men discover that they are brothers and unite through music. In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, producer and rapper Flash Victorious, and rapper Rifca (righteous in faith increase abundantly) share their Christian testimony. This duo, known as The Douglas Boyz, were the first to do a Christian rap line danc...

Adrien Lamont Sold His Soul to Satan, but God Had Big Things Planned for the Rapper

Satanic rituals, mental health, and being too hard for Christian Hip Hop. In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, Southern California rapper Adrien Lamont shares his Christian testimony. Adrien discusses his drug and alcohol addiction that led to schizophrenic episodes, which eventually caused him to give his soul to the devil. Don’t worry, God snatched it back with an Uber ride and a modern-day John the Baptist. Also Mother Brown delivers a thoughtful a...

Adrien Lamont

Satanic rituals, mental health, and being too hard for Christian Hip Hop. In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, Southern California rapper Adrien Lamont shares his Christian testimony. Adrien discusses his drug and alcohol addiction that led to schizophrenic episodes, which eventually caused him to give his soul to the devil. Don’t worry, God snatched it back with an Uber ride and a modern-day John the Baptist. Also Mother Brown delivers a thoughtful a...

Representing Women In Christian Hip Hop, Porsha Love Wants To Inspire Young Women of God

In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story I interview one of Christian Hip Hop’s talented artists from Detroit, Porsha Love, who shares her Christian testimony.  The evidence that God’s presence is apparent in Porsha Love’s life begins with her praying during this interview asking Him to bless this moment.  Porsha tells us how she always loved church, even as a little child.  “I used to beg my momma to take me to church.” At the age of 3 or 4 years old she would freestyle rap with...

Gospel Rapper Miles Minnick: God Says To Come As You Are

In this episode I interview California Bay Area rapper Miles Minnick as he shares his Christian testimony. Miles talks about being a teen dad, using and selling drugs, and the Biblical roles of marriage is reversed. Additionally, he breaks down "Yee" featuring Wande, "Glo Time", "Show Out" featuring Hulvey, and "W.Y.T" featuring Nobigdyl. in the 4-song-breakdown.

Miles Minnick

California Bay Area rapper Miles Minnick, shares his Christian testimony. Miles talks being a teen dad, using and selling drugs, and the Biblical roles of marriage being reversed. Additionally, he breaks down "Yee" featuring Wande, "Glo Time", "Show Out" featuring Hulvey, and "W.Y.T" featuring nobigdyl. in the 4-song-breakdown.

Rapper RAW - B Gets Vulnerable And Real In This Christian Rap Journey

Rapper RAW-B shares his Christian testimony. He talks about growing up with addicts as parents, being homeless at 15 years old, and being molested as a teen by a female pastor who took him in off the streets. Additionally, he breaks down "Expectations”, "No Ceiling", "Like Tom”, and "Soda and Vodka" featuring 350 in the 4-song-breakdown.

RAW - B

Rapper RAW-B shares his Christian testimony. He talks about growing up with addicts as parents, being homeless at 15 years old, and being molested as a teen by a female pastor who took him in off the streets. Additionally, he breaks down "Expectations”, "No Ceiling", "Like Tom”, and "Soda and Vodka" featuring 350 in the 4-song-breakdown.

Scootie Wop

Hip hop artist Scootie Wop shares his Christian testimony. He talks about taking a Xanax and totalling his car, producing music for rapper Moneybagg Yo, and how his Christian music career took off during COVID. Additionally, he breaks down "Slide Music 2" featuring TeeJay, BigBreeze, "4Dom Intro", "Role Models", and "Crash Test” in the 4-song-breakdown.  *The transcription of any lyrics and some of the interview content may not be entirely accurate. * [00:00:33.930] [00:00:39.120] - Gael...

Timeless Christian Rap Music Is Scootie Wops’ Claim To Fame

SVRCINA

Pop-singer SVRCINA shares her Christian testimony. SVRCINA talks about her feature with rapper Hulvey and Grammy award winning rapper Lecrae on “Reasons”, major sync-licensing placements she has had, and the fall release of her up-coming album Orchards.

Christian Pop Artist SVRCINA Relies On God’s Timeline Leading To Music Success

Pop-singer SVRCINA shares her Christian testimony. SVRCINA talks about her feature with rapper Hulvey and Grammy award winning rapper Lecrae on “Reasons”, major sync-licensing placements she has had, and the fall release of her up-coming album Orchards.

Chazn

Chanz shares his Christian testimony. Chazn talks about being bullied by gangs and learning martial arts to defend himself. He talks extensively about his family’s non-profit Elijaha’s Heart, and how a movie starring Michal Ealy was made about his dad, and the importance of learning social media algorithms.

Chazn Inspiring Us Through Christian Rap Songs

Chanz shares his Christian testimony. Chazn talks about being bullied by gangs and learning martial arts to defend himself. He talks extensively about his family’s non-profit Elijaha’s Heart, and how a movie starring Michal Ealy was made about his dad, and the importance of learning social media algorithms.

Visionary Christian Female Artist Angie Rose Speaks, “Miracle Signs Follow Those Who Believe”

Rapper and singer Angie Rose shares her Christian testimony. Angie shares how drugs and alcohol numbed her to life, and how the spirit of Lord made her feel again. She talks about her experience being featured in People En Espanol Magazine, and how her Unstoppable Foundation helped to support those affected by hurricanes in Puerto Rico. Angie’s Unstoppable project is now available. Additionally, we talk about Lil Nas X and Nipsey Husstle in our Hot Topics segment.

Angie Rose

Rapper and singer Angie Rose shares her Christian testimony. Angie shares how drugs and alcohol numbed her to life, and how the spirit of Lord made her feel again. She talks about her experience being featured in People En Espanol Magazine, and how her Unstoppable Foundation helped to support those affected by hurricanes in Puerto Rico. Angie’s Unstoppable project is now available. Additionally, we talk about Lil Nas X and Nipsey Husstle in our Hot Topics segment.

Thre

Chicago - rapper Thre shares his Christian testimony. Thre talks about how growing up with an absent father drew him to the pen and pad. He also exclusively reveals the details of his marriage breaking up and dealing with a divorce within the Christian community. Thre additionally breaks down "Sirens'' featuring Eshon Burgundy & Mouthpi3ce, "Road Rage" featuring Jay Cabassa, "Low Fuel" featuring Kymar Garner, and “Traffic Jam” in the 4-song-breakdown.

NFTRY Rapper Thre Uses Gift To Rep The Lord Well

Chicago - rapper Thre shares his Christian testimony. Thre talks about how growing up with an absent father drew him to the pen and pad. He also exclusively reveals the details of his marriage breaking up and dealing with a divorce within the Christian community. Thre additionally breaks down "Sirens'' featuring Eshon Burgundy & Mouthpi3ce, "Road Rage" featuring Jay Cabassa, "Low Fuel" featuring Kymar Garner, and “Traffic Jam” in the 4-song-breakdown.

Rap Singer Kaleb Mitchell Is All About Completely Honest Story Telling

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper and singer Kaleb Mitchell shares his Christian testimony. He discusses losing his best friend to gun violence, discovering his dad’s drug addiction, and meeting and working with Def Jam’s former CEO Paul Rosenberg. Kaleb additionally breaks down his latest album and movie, So Help Me God II.

Kaleb Mitchell

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper and singer Kaleb Mitchell shares his Christian testimony. He discusses losing his best friend to gun violence, discovering his dad’s drug addiction, and meeting and working with Def Jam’s former CEO Paul Rosenberg. Kaleb additionally breaks down his latest album and movie, So Help Me God II.

Hulvey

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper and singer Hulvey shares his Christian testimony. Hulvey talks about how God told him to drop out of college and pursue music, Hulvey then moved to Atlanta, and less than a year later he was signed to Lecrae’s Reach Records. He also discusses the importance of mentorship and wisdom. Additionally, Hulvey breaks down “Back in the wick”, "Reason" featuring Lecrae & SVRCINA, "We Against the World" featuring Andy M...

Christian Hip Hop Artist Hulvey Produces Conceptual Music To Show How God Empowers Us

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper and singer Hulvey shares his Christian testimony. Hulvey talks about how God told him to drop out of college and pursue music, Hulvey then moved to Atlanta, and less than a year later he was signed to Lecrae’s Reach Records. He also discusses the importance of mentorship and wisdom. Additionally, Hulvey breaks down “Back in the wick”, "Reason" featuring Lecrae & SVRCINA, "We Against the World" featuring Andy M...

Aklesso

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper Aklesso shares his Christian testimony. He discusses the struggle of having a Christian father, who abandoned his family, and how it affected his ability to trust God. Aklesso talks about letting go of anger and wanting to be a role model because he didn't have one. Musically, he talks about the importance of album roll-outs. Additionally, he breaks down "Worse Year” ft. Gawvi, "Popular" ft. Sam Rivera, "Black...

Aaron Cole

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper-singer Aaron Cole shares his Christian testimony. Aaron discusses growing up in the Christian spotlight, relationships that have pulled him away from God and brought him closer to God, and the importance of using your platform to bring awareness to issues like Black Lives Matter. Additionally, Aaron breaks down “Water 4 Me” featuring Parris Chariz and Not Klyde, “Fosho”, “In my Bag”, and “Only You” featuring ...

Mr. Del

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, industry veteran Mr. Del shares his Christian testimony. Mr. Del describes the transition from making music with famed Memphis Tennessee group Three 6 Mafia to Christian rap, introducing the world to Mali Music and Xavier Omar, and why MD 20/20 is his final album.

Reagan Capaci

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, singer Reagan Capaci shares her Christian testimony. Reagan talks about growing up Independent Baptist (she refers to it as a cult), how Youtube saved her family, and her passion for kids aging out of the foster system. Additionally, in the 4-Song-Breakdown she breaks down “Play This”, “Closed”, “Milk”, and “Rent5”.

Jazzy Christian Music Artist Reagan Capaci: Jesus Gave Me This Story To Tell

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, singer Reagan Capaci shares her Christian testimony. Reagan talks about growing up Independent Baptist (she refers to it as a cult), how Youtube saved her family, and her passion for kids aging out of the foster system. Additionally, in the 4-Song-Breakdown she breaks down “Play This”, “Closed”, “Milk”, and “Rent5”.

Dee Black

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper Dee Balck shares his Christian testimony. Dee talks about the importance of being an independent artist, how he made $80k indie, and turning down a deal with Def Jam Records. We also discuss the shooting death of Jonathan Price. Additionally, Dee breaks down “Way Maker”, “I’m So Glad” featuring GS, “Hope” featuring Mouthpi3ce, and “Church Boy” featuring Jared Sanders and Fee-lo in the 4-Song- Breakdown.

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Rockstar JT

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper Rockstar JT shares his Christian testimony. JT talks about reconciling his relationship with his father, PTSD associated with death and grieving, protesting black lives matter on the same steps as Dr. Martin Luther King, and having a song featured on the HBO series Euphoria. Additionally, in the 4-Song-Breakdown he breaks down "Stick" feat MainMan and ScootieWop, "New Attitude" feat Hulvey and Jon Keith, "Drip...

Ayiesha Woods

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, songstress Ayiesha Woods shares her Christian testimony. Ayiesha talks about being raised in Bermuda, the artist and motherhood work-life balance, and Tobey Mac signing her to Gotee Records as a newer artist. Additionally, Ayiesha breaks down “Indebted”, “G.O.A.L.S” featuring Tobey Mac, “Safe” featuring J Hill, and “If You Say” in the 4-Song Break-Down from her latest EP Full Circle in the 4-Song-Breakdown.

WXLF

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper Wxlf shares his Christian testimony. Wxlf talks about growing up in the Dominican Republic and moving to the states, being at the lowest point in his life and the relationships that brought him out of it, and he announces that he will be releasing a mixtape Define Me if You Can. Additionally, in the 4-Song-Breakdown Wxlf breaks down "Can’t Decide” featuring Aklesso, “4Real”, “Mistakes” remix with Parris Chariz...

Byron Juane

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, R&B crooner Byron Juan shares his Christian testimony. Byron talks about de-stigmatizing therapy in the black community, women in ministry, going viral on TikTok, Maria Carey’s memoir, and we had a very extensive conversation and dating and relationships. Additionally, Byron breaks down “LSD”, “Nice Guy”, “Crazy”, and “Guilty” from his EP Promise I’m Not Crazy in the 4- Song- Breakdown.

Jon Keith

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper-singer Jon Keith shares his Christian testimony. Jon talks about losing his virginity, Hermeneutics, and his love for theology. We also discuss a possible NBA boycott and Aaliyah’s 19 year death anniversary in What’s Trending. Additionally, Jon breaks down “FOMO”, “Trust”, “King” featuring Beleaf, and “Anti-Hero” in the 4-Song Break-Down from his latest album Anti-Hero.

Big Fil

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper-singer Big Fil shares his Christian testimony. He talks growing up in a single-parent home in a poverty-stricken area. Big Fil shares his opinion about homosexuality in the church, the perception of women as “helpmates”, and Drake’s “Laugh Now Cry Later” video. Additionally, Big Fil goes between the lines of “Qd”, “Finesse”, “Heaven’s Gates” featuring Mission, and “Reply” from his Quarantine Dreams EP in our 4...

Parris Chariz

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper Parris Chariz shares his Christian testimony. He talks about how he went from playing college basketball to praying over his rap tracks. We discuss Lil Boosie and Drake trending on Twitter. Additionally, Parris talks about his latest album 2045 being featured on Revolt TV, over 1 million Spotify streams, and creating songs with replay value. Parris also goes between the lines of "Hunger Games", "Starlit", "The...

Paul Hernandez

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, Canadian cross-over artist Paul Hernandez shares his Christian testimony. He discusses the cultural difficulties of splitting his time growing up in a Honduras household and Canadian household. Paul also shares the struggle of being named one of Rapzilla’s 2012 Freshman as a teenager and trying to turn it into a music career. And Paul opens up about his issues with anxiety. Additionally, Paul goes in between the line...

Brinson - 2020 Interview

In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story, presented by Soundseekers, Godchaserz rapper and label owner Brinson shares his Christian testimony. He talks about his violent past, being an underrated CHH rapper, and Comic-Con being a mission field. Additionally, we go between the lines of "Faith in the Sky” featuring Steven Malcolm and Norman Micheal; “Last Dragons” featuring Selah the Corner, Big Fil, Readywriter, and DJ Will; “U Know” featuring Norman Micheal; and “Is this The End” in o...

Jude.

In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story, presented by Soundseekers, music producer & Bigger Dreams Club creator Jude shares his Christian Testimony. Jude talks about growing up as a pastor’s kid, having a hit single as a teenager, creative marketing, and the importance of genuine relationships in the music industry. Additionally, Jude shares the song stories of “Brighter” featuring J. Monty, Aaron Cole & Steven Malcolm; “Priceless” featuring YourWelcome Shon, “Stone Cold” featuring C...

Yaves

In this episode of Testimony: A Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper-pastor-entrepreneur Yaves shares his Christian testimony. His story includes growing up with a drug-addicted mother, and never knowing his father. Yaves talks about the police and community relations work he is doing in Columbus, OH, overcoming systematic oppression, publishing and licensing music, and being debt-free. Additionally, he raps and goes in between the lines of “In Springs Ear Too”, “Prayed for It...

Darius Dior

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper Darius Dior shares his Christian testimony. Darius’s testimony includes forgiving the person who killed his brother. We talk about segregated churches, and the church being silent when it comes to race relations. Additionally, Darius breaks down "Children of the Lion", "Jameelah", “Cleaning Time”, and “Grace is Power” in the 4 Song Break Down.

Shepherd

In this episode of Testimony a Musician’s Story, presented by Sound Seekers, rapper Shepherd shares his Christian testimony. Shepherd talks about the success of his hit record “Gametime” which is close to hitting 10 million Spotify streams, is featured in the new NBA 2K video game, has a remix with Shaquille O'Neal, and got him a contract with Columbia records. Shepherd also exclusively announced information about his new EP releasing soon, as well as the single “Clocked In” featuring Derek ...