#261 - Gavin the Hotrod, George.Rose, Megan Tossi, & More...
NRT's CHH contributor Joshua Galla collects what's new in Christian Hip-Hop and Urban Soul for the week of Friday, January 30, 2026. (Banner Photo: Gavin the Hotrod)
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.
Gavin the Hotrod - "BETTER OFF DEAD" Apollo Records’ powerhouse Gavin the Hotrod returns with his first new music of 2026. This record is pure adrenaline — a high-energy, hard-hitting anthem that fuses raw street intensity with unshakable Christian faith. The beat knocks with aggressive drums and driving bass, setting the tone for lyrics that are bold, unapologetic, and spiritually grounded. Every bar hit with conviction, blending real-world grit and testimony with scripture-rooted confidence. It’s worship in battle mode — faith-forward, fearless, and built to move crowds while delivering a message of redemption, purpose, and strength. Shoutout to Doc Watson, Derek Minor and the team at Reflection Music Group (RMG) for the press release. Stream “BETTER OFF DEAD” on Spotify and Apple Music.
George.Rose - "Clean" The review of this single will be posted shortly.
Megan Tossi - "JESUS IS KING" RMG Amplify and Let’s Go Global artist Megan Tossi drops a beautiful fusion of hip-hop and worship, praising our Lord Most High. A fun, chill and vibey hip-hop worship track centered on praising God without fear of what others think and boldly declaring that “Jesus is King”. The verse opens an emotional outpour about real struggles, suffering, and surrender. The song acknowledges pain while finding comfort, restoration, and strength in God’s presence. This song moves from honest reflection into joyful praise, celebrating God’s goodness in every season and turning testimony into freedom, gratitude, and worship. Stream “Jesus is King” on Spotify and Apple Music.
Trip Lee x BRAG WORSHIP - "For Your Glory” | “Draw My Eyes"
Mission feat. FrankRilla – “WHO BIGGER”
Marty feat. Bodie – “RAP SUPERSTAR”
Datin feat. Ashley Robin – “YOU GOT THAT!”
B. Cooper feat. Asia Moore – “COMFORT”
Selah the Corner, Da Commissioner and R.kitect – “KITE SENDER”
Swaizy – “DOM”
Madison Ryann Ward – “Get Up Again”
Jude Barclay and Jon Keith – “luv in motion”
Saints in Exile – “Our Love is Dead” | “Our Luv is Dead?”
Cory Ard and Konata Small – “Live for the Culture”
Yung Drew and KINS – “Greatness”
International Show – “Second Wind”
Nu Tone feat. GB and Nino Salas – “MAN DOWN”
Petrina DeLacey feat. Atreyu Cardwell – “HIDDEN WITH CHRIST”
Joshua Kriese feat. HIS Hypeman Stract, Chrys Jones, and Knaladeus – “That’s The Way”
Lexly Nirvana feat. Shanta Fuentes – “Alegria”
iNTELLECT and Procyse feat. DJ Elder – “Fool’s Gold”
Reece Lache’ – “Psalm Something”
Joshua Penn – “Can’t Stop Me”
BigGucciDame – “Jesus”
DANMAR – “HVN”
adamariz – “WASTED YOUTH”
P.I.D. feat. Chille’ Baby – All The Glory
Milliyon feat. Mykel – “He’s Been Good”
SNT. VINCENT – “SOCIAL YEAR”
Luke Hopp – “BREAK OFF EVERY CHAIN”
GZeal – “I Might!”
Nameless Servant – “OUT THE GRAVE”
Elan Brio x DJ Proof – “Two Hearts”
Austin Joyce – “Finito”
Matt Mogg – “Secret Recipe”
Ayomilly and Veshone – “Who Could Be Against”
TRU-SERVA feat. Presence Music – “Battleground”
Efue – “Have That Love”
Philip Anthony – “No Parts”
I.A.N. feat. 1K Phew – “PRAISE THE LORD”
Moses Uvere – “Don’t Look Down”
Boy Gospel – “Miss You”
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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