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Reformed Rap and Hip-Hop

Christian genre pioneers are taking their cues from Calvinist leaders.

Reformed Rap and Hip-Hop
Reformed Rap and Hip-Hop

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Previous Christianity Today articles covering reformed rap include:

The Rapper in Rehab | Rising star Lecrae says he was addicted to self; now Jesus is his "drug of choice." (March 15, 2011)

Eminem's 'Recovery' vs. LeCrae's 'Rehab' | Potty-mouthed hip-hopper vs. righteous rapper at Grammys. Sorta. And other Christian norms. December 2, 2010)

Rehab | A review by CT entertainment editor Mark Moring. (October 2010)

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