Fresh Friday

Hey folks,

Check out this hot new video from Flame featuring KB. Nice collaboration from the pair. Royal Flush dropping October 1st! Enjoy.

Flame ft. KB - All In

 

Quick Bio: Flame, born Marcus T. Gray is an American Christian hip hop recording artist with Clear Sight Music. He has released six albums and has been nominated for four Dove, three Stellar awards throughout his music career and Our World: Redeemed was nominated for a Grammy Award. During his personal time, Flame initially wrote raps as devotionals to the Lord. After converting his devotionals to songs, Cross Movement Records took an interest in supporting Flame in publishing his gospel work through rap music. In 2004, Flame released his debut album with Cross Movement Records. Since then, Flame released 3 more albums and launched his own record label, Clear Sight Music.
Label: Clear Sight Music

Have a great weekend,
AB

OnSmash Saturday

Hey folks,

Check out this new joint from Flame and V. Rose on Spotify... Off his new album, The 6th Man: Man On Fire.

Flame ft. V. Rose - Over and Out

Label: Clear Sight Music

Quick Bio: Flame, born Marcus T. Gray is an American Christian hip hop recording artist with Clear Sight Music. He has released six albums and has been nominated for four Dove, three Stellar awards throughout his music career and Our World: Redeemed was nominated for a Grammy Award. During his personal time, Flame initially wrote raps as devotionals to the Lord. After converting his devotionals to songs, Cross Movement Records took an interest in supporting Flame in publishing his gospel work through rap music. In 2004, Flame released his debut album with Cross Movement Records. Since then, Flame released 3 more albums and launched his own record label, Clear Sight Music. 

Have a great weekend,

AB

Fresh Friday

Hey folks,

Check out this hot new video from Da T.R.U.T.H. A dope song and a dope video goes hand in hand. This combo is no different. Lyrically wonderful and gives great imagery. Enjoy!

Da T.R.U.T.H. ft. Flame, This'l and Trip Lee - Hope

Psalm 39:7 - And now, Lord, what do I wait for and expect? My hope and expectation are in You.

AB

Testimony Thursday

Hey folks,

Check out this testimony from Flame. He talks about his youth growing up and how he had come to find the Lord. Enjoy.

Flame's Testimony

Flame's new album, "The 6th" is in stores now! Be Blessed.

AB

Vic B. Top Artist In 2011!!

Vic B's Top 5

Christian Hip-Hop Artists In 2011!!

2011 was no doubt one of the most productive years in christian hip-hop. 2011 shined for many reasons,but two of the main reasons are: The rise in quality of production & The rise in quality lyrical content. We're no longer just saying "Jesus Jesus Jesus"over a hot beat; Christian hip-hop has finally reached a point of true ministry and I for one am thrilled!!

Here are a few Artists that were standouts in 2011!!!

1. Lecrae

From his album Overdose (a sequel to Rehab) being released early this year to his appearance on BET's cypher, to his features in the Iamsecond commercials; Lecrae is this year's top artist because of the impact He's made on the entire genre of christian hip hop.

2.PRo

PRo came out the gates on fire! His mix-tape PSA Vol 2. was crazy!Couple that with with first album with Reach Records: Dying to Live and the founding of his own label Reflection Music Group and PRo comes in at a strong #2.

3.Andy Mineo

Andy Mineo (Formerly C-lite) is by no means a newcomer, but this year people finally realized how dope of an artist He really is. His free album "Formerly Known" is was of the most well put together musical projects I've ever heard. Lyrics and production on point. His features on 116's Man Up Album,Flame's Captured,and PRo's PSA Vol. 2. are bananas and help land him at #3.

4.Pastor AD3

If you enjoy skillful anointed singing, then Pastor AD3's No Pain No Love is your cup of tea! Pastor AD3 vocal talents as well as his songwriting shined on this 2011 release.Quality vocal arrangements and musical production take the cake. AD3 proved this year that he was more than just a "Hook singer", but that he can hold his own as the main featured artist.

5.Canon

Canon was definitely a breath of fresh air to christian hip-hop this year.His rapid flow delivery coupled with his creativity on the mic made every track he was featured on go to the next level.From his work on Blow your High off Lecrae's Overdose to his own mix-tape Blind World,Canon has an energy about him that swallows an entire track.Its that energy that's landed him in the #5 spot.

It has been a long year and there were many other artists that didn't make this list, but still contributed quality projects to the genre. Here are a few honorable mentions:

Swoope-Spring Fling

This'l- Beautiful Monster

Flame- Captured

S.O.-So It Begins

Tedashii-Black Light

2012

-Vic B.

OnSmash Saturday

Hey folks,

Check out another hit from Flame. Great video and great message. When you surrender to the Lord, you're able to gain so much more than you lost.

Flame ft. V. Rose - Surrender

Label: Cross Movement Records

Quick Bio: Flame, a.k.a. Marcus T. Williams-Gray, was born in St. Louis, Missouri. He grew up in the inner city of St. Louis where he was influenced by the Hip-Hop culture. One of the most significant people in his life was his grandmother. She was his best friend who taught him many things about life and more importantly, Christianity.

At the age of 16, Flame’s grandmother passed away. As a result of this event, Flame began attending church where the Holy Spirit convicted him and he was converted to Christ. Flame continued to grow spiritually and became more and more involved in his church.
Later, Flame was signed to the Cross Movement Records label. In October 2004, Flame’s self-titled debut cd was released nationwide. He was the first national Christian Hip-Hop artist from the Midwest.

AB

Flashback Friday

Hey folks,

Check out this joint from Flame. I thought it fitting seeing all this snow. We may be having a storm now, but storms don't last always. Remember... Snow melts, but the Word of God lasts forever.

Flame ft. Izreal - It's All Gon' Pass

Isaiah 40:8 The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God stands forever.

Have a safe weekend!

~1~
AB

OnSmash Saturday

Put On The New Man

Ephesians 4:22-24 says:

"Ye are to put off concerning the former behaviour the old man, that is corrupt according to the desires of the deceit, and to be renewed in the spirit of your mind,and to put on the new man, which, according to God, was created in righteousness and kindness of the truth"

As we walk through our daily lives lets focus on the newness of Christ, and continue to take off our old mindsets.

Jam to Flame's Put On feat. C-lite to keep you motivated! This song can be found on Flame's latest album Captured.

Flame ft. C-Lite - Put On

Mixtape Monday

Hey folks,

Check out this track from Flame ft. Da TRUTH. Crunk beat and I hope you enjoy.

Flame ft. Da TRUTH - When You Step

~1~
AB

Mixtape Monday

Check out this joint featuring Lecrae and Flame. Old School Hip-hop feel. Get into it!

DJ Official ft. Lecrae and Flame - Show Off

~1~
AB

Mixtape Monday

Hey folks,

Check out this track from Flame. It's old material, but it's still hot! Peep game.

Flame ft. Trip Lee - I Been Redeemed

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AB

Mixtape Monday

Whaddup folks,

Check out this track by Flame. His song makes you think... Why did God place you were where you are? Why does he have certain people in the hood? Why does he have others in the 'burbs. What impact does the Lord want you have in your community? Check it out.

Flame - Where God Placed You

~1~
AB

R&N - 02/08/09 - Gospel Sunday

Hey everyone,

We gonna mix it up with some Kirk Franklin and some Christian Hip Hop from Flame... enjoy...

Kirk Franklin - Revolution




Flame ft. Lecrae & John Reilly - Joyful Noise

~1~
AB