NRT's CHH contributor Joshua Galla collects what's new in Christian Hip-Hop and Urban Soul for the week of Friday, March 13, 2026. (Banner Photo: Jay-Way)
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.
Jay-Way feat. KB - "Bank On It" 4 Against 5 recording artist and Amsterdam’s own Jay-Way enters 2026 along the side of Provident Music Group’s KB – a hip-hop icon in his own right. Jay-Way presents a broad, boundary-breaking perspective to the genre, filling his songs not only with the rhythmic bounce of rap, but also the modern melodies of pop, the laidback cool of old-school soul music, and the optimistic outlook of gospel. It's a sound that hasn't just set him apart from his contemporaries; it's made him a genuine star at home and abroad, too.
“Bank On It” possesses a refreshing, innovative soundscape as the background for some of Jay-Way’s best bars to date. He’s leaning more on lyricism and storytelling this time around as opposed to something a tad more pop toned. The premise being believes can trust and even “bank” on God’s promises, everlasting love, and solid foundation. Regardless of what the world presents, God always has our back. KB slid into action cementing the truths of who God is and what God is capable of. Also, he proved regardless of the thematic approach (boom-bap, trap, drill), he straight-up cooks on any style of beat. Stream “Bank On It” on Spotify and Apple Music.
Bizzle - "Hit'em Up" God Over Money’s frontman and founder, Bizzle, returns with a vengeance for 2026. An unfiltered surge of raw energy and spiritual defiance, “Hit'em Up” finds Bizzle turning up the heat with fiery lyricism and bold conviction. With hard-hitting bars over an aggressive beat, he challenges hypocrisy, confronts spiritual opposition, and stakes his claim as a voice for truth in a world that tries to silence conviction. This is more than a rap song — it’s a declaration of purpose, a spiritual battle cry, and a reminder that the power of faith hits harder than any criticism.
Bizzle extends his mic skill set with a more melodic and harmony-driven approach as opposed to straight killer bars one after the other. In all honesty, I love it and such adds an inspired new listening experience for one of the most unashamed CHH artists in the space period. Stream “Hit'em Up” on Spotify and Apple Music.
Kvng Flvcko - "Break!!" Grammy-nominated multi-hyphen, Kvng Flvcko marks his recent signing to Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins' Alienz Alive label with "Break!!." Showcasing the Sunshine State native's unique brand of Alternative-focused hip-hop, the self-produced track aims to remind listeners you can break free from life's struggles. The BMI Trailblazer Award recipient reveals, “I was in a dark space, undergoing intense changes that revealed the mental chains and generational curses that were holding me back. In time, my eyes were opened, and I reclaimed my authority.”
Driven by echoing, deep 808s, Flvcko engages his unique storytelling capabilities reminding listens how good and faithful God is and only He can break chains, break demons, and allow us to be free in Him. Stream “Break!!” on Spotify and Apple Music.
Not Klyde feat. Aha Gazelle - “BAGGITARIUS (Remix)”
Miles Minnick and Lul DreDay – “WHERE HE AT”
B. Cooper – “FLY”
Dee-1 – “SHUT EM DOWN” (Bandcamp Exclusive)
Alex Jean – “Return of the Jedi”
Gerry Skrillz feat. Marvs - "Water to Wine"
GRAHAM and Gravagerz – “not my problem (remix)”
Abe Parker – “JESUS GLOW”
HeeSun Lee and Staten Island Rise Academy feat. Ron Smith – “R.I.S.E.”
Scootie Wop – “RIGHT HERE”
Childlike CiCi – “MR SEND HIS SON”
Caleb Gordon - "Yahweh"
tentonELEPHANT. Feat. Malik Elijah and Gavin the Hotrod – “Desperado”
Melodicb – “Thirty1”
George.Rose -"Amp'd Up"
De La Cruz – “Tony Stark”
Swaizy – “CHROME TINT”
RRELL, THE EP x 2PROPER – “CHECK YA TEMPER”
Lj the Messenger – “POWER”
Kevi Morse – “After All”
Jonny Henninger feat. Nadèga Nightingale - "Light of the World (John 8)"
Petrina DeLacey - "JESUS PROTECTS"
Cooper Hill – “1D”
Era James – “Like That”
Josh P – “Elevator Tacoma”
LAMB CULTURE and Monaze - "Give Myself Away"
Raecii - "ACTIVATED"
CALLEDOUT MUSIC - "Shine Jesus Shine"
Joshua Kriese feat. Das the Nomad and Shiwan – “Ain’t No Stopping Me”
Nameless Servant – “My Time (Gospel Bass Mix)”
Man of Faith and Anomilli – “Big Faith Big God”
Shanta Fuentes – “Long Overdue”
DaniLeigh – “G.O.D.”
Vennisay – “finito”
OGK Joshua feat. MrBigFaith - "Crisis"
Moses Uvere - "Lexus Dreaming"
Servant - "Wrangler"
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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