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Von Graves Uncovers Powerful Single “CHURCH HURT”
US songwriter, producer and Christian hip-hop artist Von Graves, hailing from Columbus and based in Atlanta, has just dropped his latest single, “CHURCH HURT”. The track is a captivating blend of aggressive beats, poignant lyrics and a new-age Christian hip-hop vibe that marks a powerful departure from conventional music in this genre. “CHURCH HURT” is lifted from Von’s new album, For Heaven’s Sake, which is currently available in a limited release format, with the full deluxe edition set to arrive in early 2024.
Von Graves, a standout talent who gained popularity during his time at Ohio University with songs like “Dorm Muzik” that caught the internet’s attention in 2012, has consistently pushed the boundaries of his craft. With an impressive catalogue of projects such as A Fearless Story and @Ego2: Eat. Love. Pray, he embarked on a journey from Ohio to Los Angeles in pursuit of musical success. During his stay in the heart of the entertainment industry, he started work on his third album, Heaven in Earthly Places, a deeply introspective piece inspired by his experiences living in Hollywood.
Von Graves’ artistic journey has been nothing short of remarkable. After opening and closing his multimedia production studio, he found love and married renowned social media influencer and YouTuber Maya Graves. Together, they’ve embarked on a life-sharing adventure via their YouTube channel, The Graves House.
“CHURCH HURT” represents a pivotal moment in Von Graves’ life, serving as a timely and necessary public address. Speaking about the creative process behind the single, Von says, “I made the beat and originally wanted to send it out to Big Sean and a few other artists I felt would completely kill the track. After about a month, the concept for the song and lyrics started coming to me, and I realised I couldn’t let it go. I wanted to touch on a subject I felt was really taboo when it comes to rap music. It wasn’t intended to be a diss track or anything like that, but I did want to address some problems I see in the Christian community, or rather the religious community at large. There are a lot of people out there that are affected by it and no one seems to be doing anything about it. They’re just stewing in it, and I believe the first step to healing is starting the conversation rather than ignoring the facts altogether.”
“CHURCH HURT” is more than just a song; it’s a thought-provoking and honest commentary on some of the challenges faced within the religious community, delivered with a fresh musical perspective. Von Graves’ unique blend of unfiltered expression and catchy production ensures that the track will resonate with audiences far and wide. “CHURCH HURT” is available to buy/stream now on all platforms.
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Following the release of his track “Mamalé”, we caught up with the talented artist known for his blend of funk, soul, and gospel sounds.
– What inspired you to write “Mamalé”, and what message do you hope listeners take away from the song?
I was inspired by my own story, growing with my mom, after my dad past away , I wanted to celebrate all the moms , because they are the back bone of each families . Being a dad today, I wanted show in this song particularily in the clip video , how important it is for a kid to a father figure in his life. The message shared is positivity, love and that , We should cherish life and the people around us .
– Your music seamlessly blends different influences. Can you tell us a bit about your musical background and how different genres have shaped your sound?
I was influenced by Afrobeat growing up in Africa, my dad love s Fella Kuti , when we moved to Canada I discovered soul , Rn’b , gospel with folk music , growing up listening to artist like Steve wonder , Boyz to men , Éric Clapton and singing in a gospel choir had a big influence in my music and shaped it definitely!
– How does it feel to see your music resonate with listeners around the world, and what do you think sets this track apart from your previous work?
I’m humble and amazed, let’s say that English is not my daily language meaning that I’m surrended by French speaking language, I decided to write in English and that gave me more possibilities and allow my music to travel to more places that I could have never imagine
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