Anike released her lastest new single “Holy Girls” today and it’s set to be the new anthem for Christian ladies all summer! Giving the typical high energy all of Anike’s music gives, this one is going to make new mark in the industry and in the hearts of fans everywhere!

After a three-city string of private listening events and insightful new interview with Sway In The Morning, Miami’s own Aklesso unveils his deeply personal album Still Lonely, released via Rodney Jerkins’ Alienz Alive. A follow-up to his praised 2024 album Lonely, the project solidifies him as one of Hip-Hop’s most honest storytellers.

Produced by Okay.Benny, William Soolua, and GLEECE, Still Lonely is a vulnerable, atmospheric exploration of fatherhood, faith, abandonment, and generational healing. The album expands the emotional universe introduced through his recent singles, including the Lecrae-collaborated single “Lonely” and the Darrel Jones–directed “Range!” featuring 1K Phew.

Listen to Still Lonely in its entirety below and watch his intimate conversation with Darkchild below:

The Florida-born entertainer officially signed with Alienz Alive back in September, marking a new chapter in his career. Rodney Jerkins, founder of Alienz Alive, adds:


“Aklesso’s story, his culture, and his sound all carry a weight that this generation needs to hear. From Miami to Haiti to the global stage, he’s not just making records, he’s making an impact. At Alienz Alive, we’re about building legacy, and Aklesso embodies that. I couldn’t be more excited to walk this journey with him.”

The Haitian lyricist, Aklesso, shares:

“This is the most honest project I’ve ever made. It’s not about perfect answers, it’s about presence. It’s about realizing God was with me even in the moments I felt the most alone.”

Be sure to stream and purchase this latest release – Now Available everywhere where music is sold.

In a moment that perfectly captures the pulse of today’s faith-driven hip-hop movement, 1K Phew has released the official video for his new single “Ain’t He,” featuring WHATUPRG and Ty Brasel — a collaboration that feels as much like a cultural checkpoint as it does a music drop. For years, Phew has been a champion for authenticity in Christian hip-hop, bridging church roots and street reality with the language, cadence, and confidence of the culture. With this release, he doubles down on that calling.

A Visual That Feels Like Right Now

The “Ain’t He” video brings together three of some of the most recognizable voices in faith-centered hip-hop, all stepping into a visual narrative that feels timely, stylish, and grounded. Shot with the clean, cinematic polish we see dominating new-media platforms (think YouTube drops that look ready for Hulu), the video balances trap-influenced swagger with moments that remind us how anchored these artists are in purpose.

The scenes move quickly — warehouse energy, street corners, stylized group shots — echoing TikTok-era pacing without sacrificing meaning. Even in fast cuts, the symbolism stays clear: this is what conviction looks like in 2025. It’s unpolished, relatable, and charged with the type of confidence that’s God-given -not self made.

Three Artists, Three Lanes — One Message

1K Phew sets the tone, blending his signature Atlanta bounce with a message that hits with both rhythm and revelation. The chemistry between him, WHATUPRG and Ty Brasel comes is undeniable. They understood the assignment and delivered the message we can always expect to see from these faith based artists while giving us quality that competes with the mainstream. Christian Hip Hop is continuing to show the next generation that authenticity and spirituality can share the same stage.

This isn’t Sunday-morning messaging wrapped in a music-video aesthetic. It’s Tuesday-afternoon reality — the kind of faith expression that meets people where they actually are: scrolling, streaming, sharing while looking for something real.

A Statement for the Genre

“Ain’t He” arrives at an important time for Christian hip-hop and Christian R&B — the two genres that are continuing to see renewed momentum as younger creators reshape what faith expression looks and sounds like. Their collaboration signals not only musical synergy, but alignment around purpose led by three young men in Hip Hop – diverse and intentional messaging. Continuing on top of a foundation taht has been built over the last 25+ years, this is one of the many signs that Faith and Hip Hop is not going anywhere. It’s for everyone. It’s fresh, it’s multi-cultural and it’s intentional. And it keeps getting better! And the acceptance of the message from a new generation is confirming it all with their streams and and featured choices with creating content on social media.

Why This Matters for the Culture

For the communities ArtSoul Radio serves — Millennials, Gen Z, and the growing Alpha Gen — this video is representative of a continued broader shift. Faith-driven music no longer sits on the fringe. It’s influencing playlists, live events, campus conversations, and social-media storytelling. Releases like “Ain’t He” help cement that movement.

And for emerging artists watching? It’s a blueprint:
Bring your faith, bring your story, bring your sound. All of it belongs.

Watch the Video

The official video for “Ain’t He” is now live on YouTube.