J. Crum

has added singing and worship leading to his forte and has been combining those aspects to his ministry since 2008. The inspiration for his sound is very widespread, ranging from Florence + The Machine to Lupe Fiasco; from Kanye West to Fall Out Boy. Crum serves as Co-Worship Leader at G2:20 Youth Ministry, and although he's unrestricted as a musician and artist, his passion lies in creating powerful counterculture music for his generation. Crum is currently working on his debut full length album titled, "Exhale". The project features the hit single, "Not A Prisoner" and is comprised with production from Grammy nominated producer JR of SoHot Productions (Lecrae, Tedashii, Da T.R.U.T.H. and more), Grammy and Stellar nominated producer Marv Glaspie (Pro, Canton Jones, Tonic, K-Drama, Everyday Process and more), K-Drama of Cross Movement Records (Lecrae, Tedashii, Sho Baraka and more) Wit of IQwitMusic (Lecrae, Dre Murray, KJ-52 and more) Chrysbeats of Transformed Productions (Phanatik,Young Joshua and more). Joshua Crum is also working very closely with lead producer and mixologist Samuel Day, who helps ensure the original and eclectic sound showcased in the upcoming album. Experimenting with various genres such as, Rock, Pop, Reggae, Indie, Jazz, and Soul, Joshua Crum is stretching the boundaries of Hip-Hop and Contemporary Christian Music. His thought provoking lyrics and soulful melodies has captured audiences from all around the country. Since releasing his free album titled, "Kingdom Minded" in 2010 it has received over 5,000 downloads and counting. Joshua has landed spots on radio podcasts, has been featured in online magazines and has performed all over the country. His newest single, "Not A Prisoner" was selected for DaSouth.com's Under The Radar 4 Compilation hosted by the amazing DJ Wade-O. He has shared the stage with Christian music greats such as, Manafest, Worth Dying For, PlanetShakers, KJ-52, Altarmotive, Watersedge, and more. Having the understanding that there are no limits, Crum also has the understanding that he will never arrive. So he continues to work his craft, always seeking to get better at what he does. Continuing to try to discover new sounds and genres that he can change and adapt to his own style. His love and passion for God, people, and music is evident in his new project and while it may not change the world as we know it. It will touch it! Here stands a man openly flawed and encumbered with life’s immeasurable expectations, but he’s also a devoted man of God striving for grace. Joshua Crum – just call him J. Crum – speed-raps his feverish words alongside echoing beats and riffs usually coupled with harder rock styles, and counters the intensity with smooth, lingering hooks. Detroit-born and Omaha-based Crum’s inspirational tracks reflect a man bound to his faith, family and fans but with a grittiness churning through time and measures. Crum’s newest EP, Flawed, is a seven-track whirlwind of tightly wound introspective jams. Mixed and mastered by Grammy-nominated engineer Rick Carson (Terrace Martin’s Velvet Portraits) and produced by Tory Hooks, the rapper’s expansive palette dabs subtle, diverse influences: Florence + The Machine, Lupe Fiasco, Kanye West, even Fall Out Boy. Like in his debut release Black Sheep, Crum’s rapid delivery challenges the listener to not only keep pace, but also to be uplifted to a more profound, evocative message.
“I felt like I’ve grown a lot artistically between Black Sheep and Flawed,” Crum said. “I tried to find the beauty in one’s own vulnerability. I feel I went even deeper into that vulnerability and communicated in a relatable way.”
In the hyper-focused “Monster,” Crum’s crescendo is in the haunting lyrics juxtaposed by the universality of the sentiment “….or do I turn the other cheek….I guess we’re gonna see.” And, just like that, Crum keeps us guessing in sound, styles and his very foundation. Like. Share. Follow. OfficialJCrum.com | Facebook: jcrummusic | Twitter: @jcrummusic
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