Rapzilla

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Rapzilla
Rapzilla-logo.png
Type of site
Online magazine
Available in English
OwnerPhilip Rood (2003–2017), Chad Horton (Sole owner)
Created byPhilip Rood
URL rapzilla.com
LaunchedSeptember 1, 2003
Current statusActive

Rapzilla is an online magazine covering news, interviews, reviews, and other media related to Christian hip hop music and culture. [1] It has been cited in independent media for its role in covering Christian hip hop artists and releases. [1]

Contents

History

Rapzilla was founded in 2003 by Philip Rood as a site dedicated to reporting on and promoting Christian hip hop music. [2]

In 2010, Rapzilla merged with another Christian hip hop site run by Chad Horton, who later became co-owner and took over ownership of the site. [2]

In 2013, the Gospel Music Association announced a partnership with Rapzilla as part of its Dove Awards programming, reflecting the site's engagement with the broader Christian music community. [3]

Activities

Rapzilla provides news, album reviews, interviews, and coverage of Christian hip hop artists and releases. The site's content has been referenced by independent news outlets in discussions of Christian hip hop's growth and artist exposure. [1] In addition to online editorial content, Rapzilla has curated lists and annual features that highlight emerging talent in the genre. [4]

Awards

In 2008, Rapzilla's founder, Philip Rood, received an Honoree Award at the Holy Hip Hop Awards. [5]

References

  1. 1 2 3 Funaro, Vincent (January 5, 2012). "Christian Hip-Hop: The Future of Christian Music?". The Christian Post. Retrieved December 29, 2025.
  2. 1 2 "Digital Download: Rapzilla's Cutting Edge Mission". CBN News . Retrieved December 29, 2025.
  3. ↑ "Dove Awards Announces Partnership with Rapzilla.com". Gospel Music Association. Retrieved December 29, 2025.
  4. ↑ "Rapzilla Releasing Freshmen 2015 On November 13th". CCM Magazine. November 2, 2015. Retrieved December 29, 2025.
  5. ↑ "Holy Hip Hop Awards" . Retrieved February 6, 2008.
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