#237 - Steven Malcolm, Reach Records, Miles Minnick, & More...
NRT's CHH contributor Joshua Galla collects what's new in Christian Hip-Hop and Urban Soul for the week of Friday, July 11, 2025. (Banner Photo: Steven Malcolm)
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.
Steven Malcolm feat. For KING & COUNTRY and KB - "Yes" 4 Against 5's Steven Malcolm joined forces with Provident's Label Group's KB and Curb Record's for KING & COUNTRY for an A-lister trio of cinematic sound all in praises of our Lord and Savior. Regardless of our own pity parties, time spent in the valleys, and desperate days drowning in despair, God's love and ultimate answer remains the same - yes. Yes, God's love is everlasting. Yes, God's protection never wavers. Yes, God never fades from our side and hearts. God restores in His Own perfect timing and will always fight for His children.
Fans are also treated to a more melodic side of KB showcasing his diverse range and giftings which God has birthed. Malcolm seems to mesh well with Christian Contemporary Music's (CCM) elite as prior tracks with Natalie Grant, We Are Messengers, and others stand tall as artistic proof. Stream "Yes" on Spotify and Apple Music.
Summer Twenty-Five Playlist by Reach Records The annual summer playlist from iconic CHH label Reach Records has been a staple in the subgenre since 2018. The concept is an A&R’d vision linking some of the hottest young emcees, singers, producers, and artists with the current Reach roster boasting their exposure and fanbase. Out of the past seven years, 2024 was the only summer a playlist wasn’t released alias, fans were not happy about the decision. Therefore, the label ensured the Summer Twenty-Five edition would be one of its best promoting over 30 artists and 20 producers or contributors. Reach also partnered with Holy Culture Radio to decide which tracks made the final cut.
The Reach roster lent Lecrae, Anike, 1K Phew, Alexxander, Limoblaze and Trip Lee to the track list. Mainstay artists such as BigBreeze, Not Klyde, DKG KIE, Porsha Love, and Swaizy returned. Then, up-and-comers like MEEZO!, RUA YOUNG, DC3, Jayy Brown and others were welcomed with open arms. It comes off more like a mixtape for the people, than simply a playlist.
Targeted tracks include “Glory Fall” featuring MEEZO! and 1K Phew, “You Say” featuring Lee Vasi and Queen Lee, and “DIP” featuring BigBreeze, Swaizy, and MEEZO!.
The four-part Youtube series, titled The Making of the Summer Series can be found here. Also, you can stream the entire playlist on Spotify here.
Miles Minnick - "Lifetime" The GLO. Collective's Miles Minnick drops his second single of 2025. In retrospect, this is Minnick's first song released since "Christlike" in 2023 without any features. He exposes his heart, intentions and the imprints of God Himself on every track, however, the solo efforts are profusely outspoken. He pours a glass of the memorable road from start to finish as God transformed his heart, mindset, and artistry to profound levels of excellence. The track was produced by Eric 4CEN and Tre Wright. As usual, the production is upbeat, catchy and has the soundscape essence of west coast sound on lock. Stream "Lifetime" on Spotify and Apple Music.
Travis Greene feat. Andra Day - "Let Freedom Ring"
Terrian – “God is For Me”
Mike Teezy – “HIDE N SEEK”
Tommy Zuko – “WHAT HE SAY?”
Zauntee – “WORTHY”
Toyalove – “BE YOURSELF TOO”
Shepherd feat. Niko Eme Vianca “The Grace” and Borrero – “Hijos De Dios”
Fresh Prints (Nomis x DSTL) – “Smoke Signal”
Christcentric and the Apologist – “The Missing Link (Remix)”
Omega Sparx feat. Jeremiah Bligen – “Giver of Life”
JIMMY ROCK feat. K-Anthony – “Tell the World”
Aable – “empirical”
De’Aris and Gavin the Hotrod – “EVERYTHING I NEED”
NXTMIKE – “JESUS IS NOT YOUR GIRLFRIEND!”
Jude Barclay – “language”
Q-Flo feat. Duprae. – “Get Up and Go”
Jai and V.Rose – “Get Up”
Jay Sanon – “Elevation”
De La Cruz – “Understand”
Yung Drew feat. Jered Sanders and Freddy Faith – “What We Sayin?”
Mr. Del – “David Ruffin”
Drenae – “Poof Be Gone”
Austin White 711 – “No Tint”
Angela Moss Poole feat. The Jazz Bishops – “Every Little Thing (Radio Mix)”
Reece Lache’ – “Scars”
SACKI – “Ain’t It Funny”
J-Silas – “So Good”
Myles Maestro – “280ZX”
DedgeP – “Perfect”
JusJames feat. Joel Trujillo and Nino Salas – “Praise You (Celebration)”
KELO x Justice HSM x DreBeeze Da Godson – “Critique”
Ignatius – “Greatest Story”
Nak Daniels – “HEM”
Peair – “Weather Man”
King Cyz x Q-Flo x Rufus Johnson – “Open House”
Shane Kidd – “Muddy Waters”
Foreword Nation and Macho Perez – “Por Ahi”
Allen Thomas feat. Dillon Chase x Lexly Nirvana x Solid x SirTeza x Kukuy - “Stay (Remix)”
Luke Hopp – “My Baby”
Lazarus! – “GENUINE”
Survivor Q – “God is Good”
Vennisay – “POTHOLE”
brocky - "holy spirit ganja"
4TUNAT – “SUPERNATURAL”
G1NG – “Home to You”
tonyxtrotter – “Rest”
Caylea – “sharks”
Efue – “Wanna Know”
Joshua Galla is an audiophile hyped about all forms of art in music, but his passion rests behind CHH and soulful vibes. He's a devout husband, father, and child of God. Concerts are his happy place. He has been an NRT contributor since 2016.
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