Louder Than The Music

Urban rapper Lyrical Soldier has released his new single 'Rise Up' ahead of his debut album 'The Transition', due for release later this year.

As winner of GMA Ireland's Best Gospel Rapper 2011, Lyrical Soldier also made a strong impact on the Urban music scene in the UK with his music video, 'Unconditional (How Great Is His Love)' featuring Jake Isaac, being played on mainstream music channels including KISS TV who have played the video approximately 200 times and has remained on their playlist since November 2011.

'Rise Up' features Debbie Okeowo who offers her sleek, rich tone to the song, produced by Luke 'GKiD' Grant (Brian Temba, Guvna B, Jahaziel, Ekklesia) whose productions and arrangements have become famous and well-loved around the globe. "'Rise Up' is a powerful song of encouragement to all", states Lyrical Soldier.

"It's a reminder that no matter what your circumstances may be; not to let them defeat you by keeping you down. I pray that this song inspires a lot of people to be hopeful about their future."

Discussing his forthcoming album, the rapper adds, "'The Transition' is all about moving from religion to relationship. I'm drawing on the concept of Christianity not being an adjective (describing word) but a verb (action/doing word) and building a relationship with God. After all; it's not what you know but who you know."