On the Hip Hop Gospel Page...
50 CENT LINKED TO
CHRISTIAN RAP MUSIC?
Houston, TX - Rap music producer Sean Blaze, who helped
arm rapper 50 Cent with musical ammunition that influenced over 11 million
people to "Get Rich or Die Tryin", aids Christian Rap group's
fight to reverse the collateral damage. Despite the darker themes often
associated with hip-hop music today, a higher purpose of restoration
and a vision to rebuild serves as the catalyst behind this unlikely
alliance.
To those that oppose hip-hop music, it is nothing more
than a fascination for pimped out rides, high maintenance video vixens,
gangster profiles and the over indulgent lifestyle. Those paying closer
attention may have noticed many rappers are taking stock in their spiritual
lives and expressing themselves through heart felt lyrics that suggest
a battle cry for change. Rap artists signed to SGR Music Group, commonly
referred to as Gladiators, are the torchbearers in this emerging new
genre of rap music. Not long ago however, many of these same Titans
of Truth were on the front lines leading the charge of corrupt communication
on CDs.
A Closer Look at the SGR Gladiators
"Rap music is our Trojan Horse," explains D.
Smith, the steward of Houston Based SGR Music Group. "We were called
out from some of the same circles as Master P, 8 Ball & MJG, Criminal
Elament, Triple 6 Mafia and Cash Money Records," he adds. Ironically,
as Smith and his band of Gladiators leverage hip hop music as the new
underground railroad leading this generation to spiritual emancipation,
several of their former industry associates have resurfaced to help
further the cause.
The distinction between SGR's brand of Gladiator Music
and the rap music monopolizing mainstream airwaves today is not easily
identifiable at first listen. It's after the onslaught of heavy bass-laden
grooves and un-compromised dirty south beats that you discover the jewel
beneath the surface. The priceless and timeless message of hope, inspiration
and faith in Christ reveals what sets SGR and it's Gladiators apart.
For many bangers, drug dealers, single parents as well as many considered
to be living the dream but void of peace, Gladiator Music is a breath
of fresh air for those wanting to turn over a new leaf without turning
in rap music. Members and staff of SGR Music group all share the common
purpose to use music as a platform to penetrate the hearts of this generation.
Since 1998, they have witnessed the message in the music wake up sleeping
giants in communities abroad and renew many lives in the process.
Hear more from the SGR Gladiators on their 8th independent
offering Gladiator Music Vol. I to be released this spring. They will
also be performing live in April, during GMA week in Nashville.
For more information on SGR Music Group, log onto www.sgrmusicgroup.com
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