#257 - B. Cooper, outr.cty, The Ambassador, & More...
NRT's CHH contributor Joshua Galla collects what's new in Christian Hip-Hop and Urban Soul for the week of Friday, December 19, 2025. (Banner Photo: B. Cooper)
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.
B. Cooper feat. 350 - "Back" RMG Amplify’s B. Cooper returns with his second single released during the fall season before closing out 2025. Previously, he hasn’t released a project since 2016 and a single since 2023. However, this new music excites me to say the least! Cooper teamed up with one of the hottest artists from the entire year being 350 for the melodic, crazy catchy hook. Cooper speaks about his absence and return equipped with the same classic flow and iconic voice that memorized audiences throughout the past two decades. His wordplay received a fresh coat of verbal paint as it doesn’t sound dated, but in line with today’s best emcees (listen for the nobigdyl. reference). If 40-plus-year-old quarterbacks and players can return to the NFL, then the music industry remains an open field too. Personally, I welcome Cooper back with open arms and attentive ears. 2026 is going to be special for him and CHH as a whole. Stream “Back” on Spotify and Apple Music.
outr.cty feat. 350 and JusRzd - "Antidote" UNTD CULTR Collective’s outr.cty teams up with 350 and JusRzd for a certified frozen heater. 350 starts things off proper after a creative instrumental introduction filled with vibes. Next up, outr.cty while JusRzd shows off his harmonizing skills throughout completing the trio of lyrical destruction. One bar which caught my attention the most was, “Scrolling on the ‘gram I was feenin’ for a mention / I need the antidote, only Christ can write the prescription.” Also, another nobigdyl. reference, as indie tribe’s influence continues to run deep! The talent seems endless throughout all corners of the CHH space, I’m beyond excited and encouraged for the new year. Stream “Antidote” on Spotify and Apple Music.
The Cross Tapes by The Ambassador x Phathom The review of this project will be posted shortly.
Yung Drew feat. EJ Swavv x Wayne Klassik – “Shots Fired”
Ayo Shamir feat. LLC Flame x G.E.S x TUVÍ x tonyxtrotter – “Drill in Eden"
Nameless Servant – “Deliver Us”
Ace Clark feat. Lecrae - "Sunday"
Isaac Mansfield - "Mountain Faith"
Nat Lauren and BigGucciDame – “Peace of Mind”
Reyne and Reyne L. - "Don't Mind"
Drenae – “He Missed Again”
Jai lynn - "Silent night"
Allen Thomas - “Life Unlimited”
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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