Memphis, TN; Colorado Springs, CO - “Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him, because we know that Christ, having been raised from the dead, will not die again. Death no longer rules over him. For the death he died, he died to sin once for all time; but the life he lives, he lives to God. So, you too consider yourselves dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus.” [Romans 6:8-11]

What are we imitating? Are we reflecting the world's brokenness or are we living a life displaying the change Christ has brought to our lives? Do we realize the opportunity to be an example of a better way of life? Praising through all challenges is about intentionality and an expectation charged to us all.

Representatives of Shadow of the Locust (Illustrate) and G-Life (Mi Gente Crew) collaborate on Make Me Feel Alive, an anthem track packed with the truth of dying to self and living fully in the love of Christ.

Make Me Feel Alive hits digital streaming platforms on November 8, 2024.

Veteran emcee Illustrate (Memphis, TN), along with fellow SOTL member CalmPlex (production), teamed up with Mi Gente Crew (Colorado Springs, CO) to create an energetic record that inspires all who identify as followers of Christ to count it all joy because of Jesus's sacrifice.

CalmPlex crafted an instrumental that drives the overall pulse of Make Me Feel Alive. Mi Gente Crew and Illustrate attack their respective verses with a simple approach, delivering an unapologetic and transparent message of truth for anyone who may doubt what God has done for all of mankind.

Make Me Feel Alive is a perfect addition to any inspirational, motivational, and hype playlist. Add it on your favorite music streaming platform.

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Song Details

• Title: Make Me Feel Alive

• Artists: Illustrate, Mi Gente Crew

• Release Date: November 8, 2024

• Production: CalmPlex (Shadow of the Locust)
  
  

About Illustrate

Illustrate stepped on the Hip Hop music scene in 1995. Over 25 years later, Illustrate still creates new music. With the release of several independent solo efforts and a compilation release with former label mate Minority, he still chases his passion for sharing his faith through the music. In 2016, Illustrate became a member of two amazing supercrews. G-Life Outreach/Street Certified Crew and Shadow of the Locust. With G-Life, he helps organize compilation albums and manages 4 Life Radio. With Shadow of the Locust, he contributes his time and talents to Crew compilations. Illustrate works with both teams on his solo projects while supporting crew members with theirs.

About Mi Gente Crew

This is where faith meets rhythm and soul. Mi Gente Crew is a local group based in the scenic landscapes of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The ensemble merges the power of gospel music with the heart-pounding beats of rap to inspire hope and love while creating spiritual unity. The dedicated collective consists of Antoine “Twiz” Lambert, Arlene “Arlizzy” Lambert, and John “JBiz” Montaño VI. With over 12 years of experience, Mi Gente Crew combines rap and ministry to reach a broad audience.

 

 

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