GOSPEL MUSIC IRELAND

 Mr Del

Rapper/song-writer/producer Mr. Del is changing the face of Hip Hop, Gospel, and music, as we know it today.  His untraditional approach to Gospel meets society's need for a REAL Hip Hop artist BOLD enough to proclaim the pure, uncut, unadulterated word of God in his music.  With the purpose of taking his message "to the streets," God's anointed Hip Hop Apostle, Mr. Del, is committed to sharing the Gospel in a way unknown to most secular and non-secular audiences.  Formerly a member of the Oscar winning, platinum selling secular rap group Three-Six-Mafia, Mr. Del has rededicated his life to Christ and changed his message to one that promotes righteousness rather than sin. 

Mr. Del's music, most widely recognized as Holy Hip Hop, is laced with beats that range from southern street to east coast bounce.  Its undeniable, energetic flow can be compared to that of many legendary Hip Hop greats, but his message is strong enough to penetrate the soul and edgy enough to catch the attention of youth everywhere.

Mr. Del began writing, drumming and spinning as a child.  He has released three albums on his independent label, Holy South (of which he is President and CEO).  He was nominated for a 2005 Grammy in the "Best Rock Gospel Album" category for his fiery feature "Shake 'em Off" on EMI Gospel's Holy Hip Hop: Taking the Gospel to the Streets, Vol. I.  In 2005, Mr. Del fulfilled his dream of being on a major label and inked a deal with EMI Gospel.  In August 2005 this joint venture yielded its first album entitled, The Future.

His lyrical style has been featured on music with legendary Hip Hop artist Cheryl “Salt” James of Salt-N-Pepa and Gospel artists Out of Eden, Debra Killings and label mate Canton Jones. He has also opened for Gospel greats Kirk Franklin and Tonex.