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Chance the Rapper joins Darkchild protegee Jon Keith on "YOU CAN ALWAYS COME BACK HOME," off his forthcoming album AND FLY. Once again produced by in-house producer Enzo Gran, the song is a triumphant anthem for every prodigal child who has ever wondered if they've wandered too far from grace. Rooted in the promise of… Continue reading Jon Keith Drops Chance The Rapper-Featured Single “You Can Always Come Back Home”
Craig Watson, Pastor Charles A.R., and Baruch deliver a powerful fusion of faith-filled Hip-Hop that speaks directly to anyone navigating pain, confusion, or uncertainty for Holy Culture Records latest This Is Worship leak “Only For A Night.” Produced by Marv4MoBeats, the late-night anthem of survival and surrender, transforming moments of near collapse into a bold… Continue reading Craig Watson Nabs Pastor Charles A.R. & Baruch For New Collab “Only For A Night”
Nashville-born artist and producer IDEGO is officially stepping into the spotlight with his self-titled debut EP, arriving July 17, 2026. Pronounced “id-ego,” the rising rapper has already gained momentum through singles such as “PRAY SOME” and “SHOCKING!,” while also earning a spot in Rapzilla’s 2026 Freshman Class. The five-track project introduces listeners to IDEGO’s experimental… Continue reading IDEGO Makes His Arrival With Self-Titled Debut EP
Capitalizing on the new set of fans acquired from his 2026 BET Awards' performance, Chocolate City crooner Kenny Iko shares Leather Jackettt-produced R&B single "Pretty Words." Accompanied with a matching visualizer, the song was produced by Leather Jackettt (known for work with Ciara, Mario, and Normani) and blends traditional as well as contemporary elements of… Continue reading Kenny Iko Delivers New Song “Pretty Words”
Parlay P is raising the stakes on reality dating with a new competition series that blends romance, strategy and big-money gambling into one high-pressure experience. Titled Love Or Luck With Parlay P, the unscripted series follows seven women as they move into the celebrity's lavish Las Vegas mansion, where each contestant receives a $25,000 bankroll… Continue reading Casting Call For Cash-Prized Reality Dating Show, “Love or Luck With Parlay P”
After assuring "It'll Be Ok," with help from Rufus Johnson, Daytona Beach lyricist Pastor Charles A.R. returns for "Depend On You" featuring Joshua Penn & Ron Smith. Crafted by Holy Culture Records in-house producer Marv4MoBeats, the faith-filled Hip Hop release urges listeners to trust God beyond human limits. Born from the friction of life’s most… Continue reading Pastor Charles A.R. Shares “Depend On You”
After 25 years in the music industry as a producer, audio engineer, DJ, artist, and record label owner (Crown Digital Records), New York City entrepreneur turned Detroiter, Kyle Jekielek has launched direct to consumer platform Lutley alongside former Google Director of Product Management Jonathan "JR" Rochelle. JR is best known for inventing popular spreadsheet program… Continue reading New York Entrepreneurs Launch Artists Friendly Company, Lutely
Following their Omega Sparx & Joshua Penn assited release “Change Gonna Come,” Holy Culture Records' closes out Black Music Month by dropping the second single off forthcoming This Is Worship compilation project. Titled “Always With Me,” the Marv4MoBeats-produced Hip-Hop cut features raps from Baruch and Craig Watson as well as the soulful vocals of Don… Continue reading Baruch & Craig Watson Unveils “Always With Me” Featuring Don Ready
Songwriters Hall of Famer and pioneer of the modern producer tag, Rodney Jerkins' drops off his Darkchild Sessions project. Initially distributed as an Apple Music exclusive, the 4-pack EP was crafted in Nashville for his Alienz Alive label. Known for shaping the sound of modern R&B and Pop for over two decades, Jerkins brings together… Continue reading Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins Links With Apple Music For ‘Darkchild Sessions’ EP
Following his well received DaniLeigh collaboration “NEW ME,” which was accompanied by a Jakob Owens-directed music video, Jon Keith releases the 2nd single off his upcoming album AND FLY. Titled “DANCING ON YOUR OWN,” the Enzo Gran-produced track delivers a feel-good, high-energy sound with infectious melodies, strong replay value, and is dedicated to the Alienz… Continue reading Jon Keith Drops “Dancing On Your Own”
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