The end is the beginning, and a torchbearer's light marks the space between. For over a decade, twenty one pilots has woven this "Dema" narrative - this fictional world they've created - through their music. In Breach, their eighth album, the music, lyrics, and the "conclusion" of "City Walls" fold back on themselves - a rhythm with nowhere to go but through, on repeat. Over ten years of fan theories have reached a seeming conclusion to the imaginary world. I, for one, have enjoyed the ride.

Breach, both the album and the duo, refuses neat resolutions, instead tracing a drag path of relentless loops of thought and emotion that mirror anxiety and depression. In "City Walls," Tyler...

For almost two decades, Lecrae has pioneered the Christian hip-hop space, setting the standard for generations to come. Even though the genre has evolved since the Atlanta-based artist first stepped on the scene, his impact and legacy are unmatched. Ten albums in, Lecrae is reclaiming his faith with Reconstruction -- a 19-track album that shows him at his best, carrying the momentum from Church Clothes 4. With a wide range of features, Lecrae continues to deliver, making this project worth the wait.

The opening track, "Restruction," is one for the books. It's edgy, bold, and full of raw energy; it's Lecrae unfiltered and unafraid to speak his mind. The line "This looks weird, what are you...

Josiah Queen, a rising star in Christian music, is poised to cement his place as a defining voice of the genre with his highly anticipated album, Mt. Zion. Hailing from Florida, this fresh-faced singer-songwriter has swiftly captured hearts with a string of hits like "The Prodigal," "Garden in Manhattan," and "Dusty Bibles," all in a remarkably short time. They all showcase his knack for crafting passionate and singable anthems.

With his sophomore effort, Mt. Zion, Queen takes that momentum up a notch. This is a rafter-raising, arena-ready folk project brimming with joy, resilience, and faith declarations. Think...