Each week, dozens of singles and a handful of projects are released in the Christian Hip-Hop (CHH) and Urban Soul spaces. Below, we have listed a few highlights and included the rest for your review. As always, follow our New Christian Rap and Hip-Hop playlist on Spotify and Apple Music to listen to all the latest.

THE ONE by Marty (of Social Club Misfits)
APOLLO Records’ Marty drops THE ONE, his third project representing that independent label life. Marty explains the premises behind the album is a story of God’s pursuit of the lost, inspired by the parable of Jesus leaving the 99 to find the one. It’s personal, it’s powerful, and it’s packed with purpose. Every track is rooted in raw testimony yet produced to hit with mainstream appeal—this is gospel truth with commercial potential. Sonically, it bridges the gap between conviction and culture. Spiritually, it meets people where they are and reminds them, they’re never too far gone. This isn’t just an album—it’s hope in high fidelity. It’s easily noticeable Marty has a gift with words and it's even more evident throughout the eight included tracks.
 
Favorites include “2PAC IS STILL ALIVE IN CUBA” featuring Propaganda, “PLANET HOLLYWOOD” featuring Wordsplayed, and “BROOKLYN JAZZ MAN” featuring Don Ready. I admire how Marty’s art is playful yet refined. It’s impactful, yet fun. A pristine mixture of humor, reality, culture, faith, and transparency explodes between the listeners’ ears settling at a certain peak of understanding.
 
Sonically, it’s a kaleidoscope of creativity and experimentation. Overall featured artists include the three mentioned above as well as Spencer Kane on “WHY???” Production-wise, Marty sat at the helm with a few assists from others. Marty established a second wind within his iconic lifeline as an artist and producer for more than 10 years with the creation of APOLLO Records. The current roster includes Gavin the Hotrod, Tre’Gadd, and recently added De’Aris. The future is bright and the outlook is promising. Stream THE ONE on Spotify here.