Watch as we chop it up with four ministries that are ministering at Rap Fest for the very first time; DAY, Angie Rose, Infinite Automatik and Th3 Saga. Be sure to pay close attention to the "bars" each one spits during the interviews as well. Follow on Twitter: @rapfestradio @iamangierose @psalmofdavid @mcautomatik @th3saga Our Sponsors: @gratefulapparel @purestreamtv @holyculture @bxrecords Media in this video: - Music Video - "Bring 'Em Out" by: DAY (@psalmofdavid) - Promo Video - Nyack Colleg...
Jul 15, 2014•1 hr 7 min
Bert speaks outreach strategies with Pastors Jose Cruz and Omar Lilly of New Birth NY Church, one of the host churches for Rap Fest 2014. Watch and be blessed by the passion they have for reaching lives in urban communities. Follow us on twitter: @rapfestradio Sponsors: @gratefulapparel @holyculture @bxrecords @sohhpr Nyack College AdorandoConFlow.com Listen to Holy Culture Radio via iTunes Playlist: Media in this episode: Video: "Verses & Flow" by: 412 Brothers (@412brothers) Music Video: "...
Jul 10, 2014•1 hr 17 min
In this episode we interview two Djs that will be ministering at Rap Fest, DJ Serv45 and Edski. They will both be participating in Rap Fest 2014 this summer along with DJ NuMan, DJ Tranzformed and special guest, DJ BreakBeat Lou. Follow us o Twitter" @rapfestradio @djserv45 @edski2010 @gratefiulapparel @holyculture @purestreamtv @bxrecords Listen to Holy Culture Radio via iTunes Playlist: Music Video: "Hard FIght" by Righteouz Knight ( @righteouzknight ) Promo Video: "Grateful" by Raymond Rivera...
Jul 03, 2014•1 hr 10 min
In this episode Bert Bocachica interview Christian hip hop artist Whuteva (@whoiswhuteva). Back in the days he rolled with 50Cent and the G Unit as well as other well known artists. He was signed to his first record deal at the age of 18. Now, his music and his life is all dedicated to God. Follow us on twitter: @rapfestradio @gratefulapparel @holyculture @purestreamtv @bxrecords Special Shout out to our Rap Fest 2014 sponsors: Nyack College, Sphere of Hip Hop, Jam the Hype, Adorando Con Flow. P...
Jun 18, 2014•59 min
In this episode, Bert Bocachica interviews Th3 Saga Fresh off the publicity of his recent Battle Rap, watch as he gives details of his upcoming battle set for June 8th. Be sure to follow him on twitter.com/th3saga Follow us on twitter: @rapfestradio @gratefulapparel @holyculture @purestreamtv @bxrecords Listen to Holy Culture Radio via iTunes Playlist: Song: "I Ain't Gon Back" by: Th3 Saga (@Th3 Saga) Music Video: "Soon to Give" by: Th3 Saga (@Th3 Saga) Song: "Brand New" by: Th3 Saga (@Th3 Saga)...
Jun 04, 2014•55 min
After spending the last four years back in Puerto Rico, Abdi'L is back in New Jersey and promoting his new CD, DUNAMIS, which is available on iTunes and digital outlets everywhere. Watch this interview as we discuss the current plans that Abdi'L has for his ministry. Also, the confirmed Rap Fest 2014 artists are announced in this episode. Follow On Twitter: @abdielministry @rapfestradio Our Sponsors: @gratefulapparel @holyculture @bxrecords @purestreamtv Media in this episode: Song: Su Nombre Es...
May 21, 2014•58 min
In this episode Bert interviews Kevin Becker and his brother, Michael, regarding a new group they have formed called Good Wolf Bad Wolf. Find out what Kevin has been up to since his days of Yosh Mysko as heard on Rap Fest Presents Volume 3. Follow on Twitter: @gwolfbwolf @rapfestradio Our Sponsors: @gratefulapparel @holyculture @purestreamtv @bxrecords Playlist: - Music Video - Step In by: Papa San feat: Da Truth @iampapasan @truthonduty - Song - Silence - by: Kevin Becker @gwolfbwolf - Music Vi...
May 09, 2014•1 hr 6 min
In this episode, Bert and Alice sit down with Elem Polanco aka Latino America to speak about the recent changes in his ministry. Started out with a group called SIKC then a ministry change to a group called Grace Nation and now on to being a solo artist. Find out what transpired and also what the future plans are for his ministry. Follow on twitter: @LatinoAmericaUS @rapfestradio Media Twitters @righteouzknight @truthonduty @getthecanon Follow Our sponsors: @gratefulapparel @purestreamtv @holycu...
Apr 22, 2014•1 hr 7 min
In this episode Bert speaks to long time friend and fellow Rap Fest staff member, DJ NuMan. Aside from being the lead DJ at The Elements, DJ NuMan has been the DJ Coordinator for Rap Fest. He is about to launch a series of Christian Hip Hop Classics' Mixes which will be made available on line for all to hear. Follow Us On Twitter: @rapfestradio @djnuman @gratefulapparel @holyculture @purestreamtv @bxrecords PLAYLIST: Song: "Tomorrow's Not Promised" by: T-Bone (@boneysoprano) Song: "Let's Do It" ...
Apr 14, 2014•1 hr 9 min
Bert Bocachica sits with Christian DJ Eddie Quiros aka DJ 180. Find out more about this DJ and his ministry. Follow him on twitter @djay180 Follow Us: @rapfestradio @djay180 @holyculture @gratefulapparel @purestreamtv @dmaub @jamesgardin [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfestradio/Rapfestradio_03312014.mp4] Listen to Holy Culture Radio via iTunes Playlist: Song: Moleskines & Pocketsquares by: James Gardin (@jamesgardin) Song: "8 Minute Mix" by: DJ 180 (@djay180) Song: "Move On" by: D-...
Apr 01, 2014•1 hr 6 min
In this episode Bert Bocachica interviews new artist, Siby Soul of The ROCK Brooklyn where Louis Straker, Jr. is pastor. She is a poet, dancer and writer with a degree in dance. We then sit with YP and speak about his life in Christ after being affiliated with gangs for so many years. Watch as we talk about his new mixtape, DA PROCLAMATION which is hosted by DJ Wade O. Da Proclamation Mixtape is available at rapzilla.com Follow us on twitter @rapfestradio @sibysoul @ypmusiclive @gratefulapparel ...
Mar 19, 2014•1 hr 17 min
In this episode Bert Bocachica interviews Brandon "B-Luv" Johnson and "Angie Rose". Both artists were just featured on the Heesun Lee Stereotypes Release Tour but are indie artists in their own rights with music that will definitely minister to many lives. Follow us on twitter: @rapfestradio @imbluv @iamangierose @swinndaexample Our Sponsors: @gratefulapparel @purestreamtv @holyculture [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfestradio/Rapfestradio_03102014.mp4] Listen to Holy Culture Radio via ...
Mar 12, 2014•1 hr 3 min
In this episode Bert Bocachica speaks with Pastor Louis Straker, Jr. (@louisStrakerJr) of The R.O.C.K., Brooklyn. Louis was the music director of a ministry called BI-Faith that was well known in the 90s for the cutting edge R&B and Soulful sound. Find out how he transitioned to pastoring. Follow us on twitter: @rapfestradio Our Sponsors: @gratefulapparel @holyculture @purestreamtv Show Name: Rap Fest Radio Episode: Episode #168 - Louis Straker, Jr. [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapf...
Mar 04, 2014•1 hr 11 min
In this episode Bert Bocachica interviews Take Over Records artists Lady JTO and Infinite Automatik. Watch how fast the interviews turn in to some POWERFUL TESTIMONIES. If you struggle with homosexuality or drug addiction, this show is one you definitely want to see. Follow us on twitter: @rapfestradio @ladyjto @mcautomatik http://www.Takeover-Records.Com 🙂 [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfestradio/Rapfestradio_02242014.mp4] Listen to Holy Culture Radio via iTunes Playlist: Song: "My M...
Feb 26, 2014•1 hr 10 min
After a few months off air, Rap Fest Radio is back. In this one broadcast there are two episodes. First up is J Skywalker for episode #165. J Sky Walker has a new project out called Pray X Grind which is available now at http://www.jskywalker.com. Take a moment to visit his site and download this new project. Also, listen as Bert and J Sky Walker take some time out to discuss a few recent "hip hop" topics. Next up is Christian Hip Hop artist from Bethlehem, PA, Gsep. Gsep shares a very powerful ...
Feb 12, 2014•1 hr 11 min
This was Rap Fest Radio's last show for 2013. Check it out as they interview Christian hip hop artist Paradigm (Speek Lyfe) form Queens, NY. This artist, minister, preacher and worship team member breaks down the different aspects of ministry when it comes to music and preaching. Check out two exclusive tracks by Paradigm on this broadcast as well. @Pradigm_SL @rapfestradio @gratefulapparel @holyculture @mylightandfaith [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfestradio/Rapfestradio_11182013.mp4...
Nov 19, 2013•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, Bert Bocachica interviews Christian hip hop artist Seb Young. Check out this video as he describes how his life changed from Street Life to Christ life. Aside from doing music he is also a video editor. Also in this video is new music by Lecrae from the free mixtape Church Clothes 2 available at datpiff.com, a music video by Vaughaligan (Von Won) and a new video by Seb Young; "Your Purpose". @sebyoungnyc @lecrae @vaughaligan @rapfestradio @holyculture @gratefulapparel Live video...
Nov 12, 2013•1 hr 3 min
Team bELieve will be participating in the next World's Toughest Mudder challenge coming up in a couple of weeks in effort to help raise funds for the Eric Legrand Foundation. Eric Legrand is the football player from Rutgers University that was paralyzed while playing football. Follow Team bELieve on twitter @teambelieve Follow Rap Fest Radio on twitter @rapfestradio [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfestradio/Rapfestradio_11042013.mp4] Playlist: Song: "Exile Dial Tone" by: Beautiful Eulog...
Nov 06, 2013•1 hr 3 min
In this episode Bert Bocachica interviews rapper, painter, actor; Isaiah J Tate. This young artist has been making a buzz with his music and artwork although he currently doesn't have a project out in the market yet. Watch as he describes the different facets of his ministry and how he manages such an intense array of ministry roles. Follow Isaiah J Tate on Twitter via @isaiahjtate Follow Rap Fest Radio on Twitter via @rapfestradio @gratefulapparel @holyculture www.purestream.tv [audio:http://hc...
Oct 29, 2013•1 hr 2 min
In this episode we interview Christian hip hop artist, CHATTY. His new CD, "AMAZING" drops on Thursday, October 31, 2013 in digital outlets everywhere. Watch as he shares his testimony and also speaks about what to expect on this upcoming project. Follow Rap Fest Radio on twitter via @rapfestradio Connect with CHATTY on facebook via facebook.com/OmarGarcia516 [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfestradio/Rapfestradio_10212013.mp4] Playlist: Music Video: "They Don't Know" by: Jahaziel feat: ...
Oct 24, 2013•1 hr 7 min
In this episode Bert Bocachica interviews inspirational painter Robert Corso. Watch as he describes how he gets inspired painting after painting and also watch as he paints something LIVE in the studio. Follow Robert on Twitter @robertcorso Follow us on Twitter @rapfestradio [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfestradio/Rapfestradio_10142013.mp4] Playlist: Song: "Your Love" by: Chatty Video: "Drop CD Promo" by: Holy Culture Song: "He Loves Us" by: Kim Walker (playing in background while Rob...
Oct 15, 2013•58 min
This is a Rap Fest Radio first. We gathered four photographers that shot at Rap Fest 2013 - Twentieth Anniversary and had a full episode talking Photography. FInd out what these Nikon and Canon users have to say about ministry and photography and how they work hand in hand. Also, if you are a photographer or aspiring photographer, get your pen and paper ready to take some notes as we get in to some tech talk in the second half of this show. Follow us on twitter @rapfestradio [audio:http://hcrpod...
Oct 01, 2013•1 hr 20 min
Get your paper and pen ready to take some notes as we dig in to the ROOTS of HIP HOP with DJ Break Beat Lou of the Ultimate Break Beats and Artist / Designer Eric Orr. We are super excited to announce that DJ Break Beat Lou will be ministering with us at Rap Fest 2014 and Eric Orr will be providing artwork for the event as well. Follow on Twitter: Rap Fest Radio - @rapfestradio DJ Break Beat Lou - @BreakBeatLou Artist / Designer Eric Orr - @Orrsomeart [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfes...
Sep 24, 2013•1 hr 7 min
In this first episode of the new season Bert Bocachica interviews L.A.R.O., Franky Bells and Meek Ness of Takeover Records. Hailing from Allentown, PA, they have been establishing their presence as a label for a couple of years now. On top of that, L.A.R.O., artist and label director, is the coordinator of the Takeover events in Allentown, PA. For more information regarding Takeover Records, please visit http://www.takeover-records.com. Follow them all on twitter at @itsreallymeek @laro55 @frank...
Sep 19, 2013•1 hr 19 min
In this episode we interview Rap Fest 2013 - Twentieth Anniversary participants; DJ Tony Tone and The Freestyle Fam. We also speak to Promise and Red Dott via telephone interviews. Follow us on twitter: @rapfestradio @iamunyc @thefreestylefam @dt2bks @ipromisemusic @reddottmusic [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfestradio/Rapfestradio_08052013.mp4] Listen to Holy Culture Radio via iTunes Playlist: "Live Freestyle at the end of the show" The post Rap Fest Radio: #153 - DJ Tony Tone and The...
Aug 06, 2013•1 hr 20 min
In this episode Bert and Eli interview two ministries that will be participating in Rap Fest 2013. Antorcha was live in studio while B. F.R.E.E. was interviewed on the phone. Rap Fest is only two weeks away and the excitement is definitely in the air. Check out Yaves' music video, "Butterflies" in this episode as well. Be sure to follow on twitter. @An7orcha @rapfestradio @iamunyc @yavesellis [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfestradio/Rapfestradio_07292013.mp4] Listen to Holy Culture Rad...
Jul 30, 2013•1 hr 1 min
In this episode Bert and Eli interview confirmed Rap Fest 2013 minites Richard Dauphin live in studio as well as Atonement TV artists Bridge B and Ali Rozet (on phone). Rap Fest 2013 - Twentieth Anniversary - August 10th from 12-7 PM at Vidalia Park, Bronx, NY. Visit rapfestinc.com for more details. @rapfestradio @iamunyc @richarddauphin @bridgebiscuit @aliikulani @dremurray22 [audio:http://hcrpodcast.com/podcasts/rapfestradio/Rapfestradio_07152013.mp4] Listen to Holy Culture Radio via iTunes Pl...
Jul 16, 2013•1 hr 14 min
In this episode Bert and Eli interviewed confirmed Rap Fest 2013 artist; "Swinn Da Example" of Holy Core Records. Listen as we discuss dome details regarding his upcoming CD due to be released on July 20th. Also, we have an exclusive debut of the new music video "BODY BAGZ" by Swinn Da Example featuring Righteouz Knight. We also featured a quick few bars by Holy Core artist Young Paul who was in the building. Be sure to follow us all on twitter at the following: @rapfestradio @iamunyc @swinndaex...
Jul 10, 2013•1 hr 5 min
In this episode Bert and Eli interview Latin Christian Hip Hop artist and Rap Fest alumni, Eric E. Eric is one of the confirmed ministries for Rap Fest 2013 - Twentieth Anniversary. His latest ministry venture is adorandoconflow.com which he describes as a portal for all things related to Spanish Urban Worship. Before the interview with Eric we get Dre Murray of Collision Records on the phone. Dre Murray is one of the confirmed Special Guests for this year's Rap Fest. Follow on twitter: @dremurr...
Jun 26, 2013•1 hr 7 min
In this episode Bert and Eli interview J Sky Walker of Right Side Up Ent. regarding his new single, "ENOCH" and also his upcoming mixtape due out in September. We also have some very good h=conversation regarding Grace and other important / relevant topics. Follow J Sky Walker on twitter.com/jskywalkermusic Check out his website at http://www.jskywalker.com Follow Rap Fest Radio on twitter.com/rapfestradio Follow I Am Unyc on twitter.com/iamunyc Shout Out to Our Sponsors www.gratefulapparel.com ...
Jun 12, 2013•1 hr 11 min
