Since its inception nearly four decades ago, hip-hop has become the most influential type of music in the world. It has spread from the streets of New York City to every corner of the globe – influencing fashion, culture and even politics.
Unfortunately, far too much of the hip-hop music created today is not what you would call “family friendly.” A significant amount of it glorifies misogyny, violence and self-destructive behavior.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. There is a segment of hip hop music that aims to have a positive impact on people’s lives. It’s known as Christian Hip Hop music, and there is a radio station in Columbia that specializes in it -- Millennial FM 95.9.
Christian Rapper Big Redd hails from South Carolina, and has opened up for artists like Travis Greene and Kierra Sheard. He spoke with Erica Campbell and GRIFF about his song, “Running Back To You,” which he says he started writing two years ago. He recalled immediately wanting Fred Hammond to be on it, and talking to God about what to say in the song.
Listen to the interview here.
What do you get when you team up a considered and passionate rapper like Big Redd with a legendary giant in the Gospel music industry such as Fred Hammond? A smooth yet powerful track that both ministers and moves.
Kevin "Big Redd" Felder has started a new movement for independent artist in South Carolina. It's called the Indie Ground.
The Official music video for his track ‘Big Jesus’ dropped today and is packed with dopeness. Big Redd says his music is “inspired by the negative impact of mainstream rap on the world’s young adults.”
David Mann, Savannah native Akintunde, Mark Gregory, and Christian rapper Big Redd are bringing their “Rebirth of Comedy Tour” to Jonesville Baptist Church on Feb. 12.
He is also a Christian rap-recording artist, and his songs play in events and radio stations all across the world. Ladies and gentlemen, meet Kevin Felder, or shall we say, Big Redd?
Kevin Felder has to feel comfortable taking his kids to hip-hop events, where he performs as the Christian rapper Big Redd.
When you think about preaching the gospel you think church and the pulpit but one Midlands man is preaching the gospel message through a different platform by rapping. Good Day Anchor Fraendy Clervaud sits down with Kevin "Big Redd" Felder.
Columbia native, Kevin Felder, started writing songs as a middle schooler. Today, his music can be heard internationally. Through the ministry of Christian rap, Big Redd imparts positive lyrics for his audience.
Watch the full story here.