The SCARY TRUTH About The CHRISTIAN Music Industry with Jon Keith

[@onehope9869]

I’m 70 years old. I know nothing about rap music but when I heard Die, I knew that God was going to use that song to minister to this generation that struggles with suicide and needs hope. Amazing work!❤

[@kristina812]

One of my favorite songs, if not my favorite, from Jon

[@JaamiWaali]

❤️❤️❤️

[@johnswiftmusic]

jon’s album was absolutely mind-bafflingly good.

[@GranCraft168]

S-Tier

[@zionsoles3912]

Fr

[@johnswiftmusic]

@@GranCraft168 highkey

[@ne1productions777]

So goood. I love “The Bridge” the most!!

[@ryeonmcclenton6513]

Bro what Chh do for Christian hip-hop?

[@JayBiggsGamingYT]

Jon and Andy is a killer combo…their voices complement each other. Need more from the 2 of them

[@richardparker2539]

Jon’s new album was great ,but I like what Caleb said on your pod a little while back.. something like .. “everybody talks about being depressed, but the people need to hear how to get out of it”

[@JFeb439]

I 100% disagree with you. Jon’s music is there for those who’s going through the most and always shows that his Faith is the foundation to him dealing with everything . Depression is not the only thing he speaks about although it is common theme in music but he always points us to Christ. And Caleb didn’t mean exactly what you said, cause his music touches a lot on his struggles etc. he was saying in the secular culture there is no resolution to the problem.

[@toribell7613]

As someone who struggles with depression, I LOVE that Jon is real about his experience! Too many Christians aren’t, and it only makes it worse to deal with. This album came at just the right time for me haha

[@BassReeves600]

Maybe because he's not fully out of it? And may not know how yet either. I sure as hell don't know how to get out of it.

[@sonickhable]

The last couple of songs on the album are about him going to Jesus looking for help. He is still in the process

[@jacksongordonmusic]

Before you judge the music or the man’s heart, listen to the whole thing. Yes…in the end we come out the other side but what I appreciate in this record is that Jon recognizes where his heart is and puts that into prayer. This is the album Christian music needed. Life isn’t perfect. It won’t be for this time around at least. And even after I was saved I had moments where I wanted to die. The road gets long and heavy and too much for us to bear. What Jon understood in this album and what we need to understand in our daily lives is that we have to submit to Christ. He is the only answer. We have to be vulnerable in our faith. Don’t be scared because this album makes you uncomfortable. Plenty of people have felt this way. Instead of being a critic for someone being authentic. Be an ear for them to speak to. Be a heart for the broken people. Jesus was there even when we weren’t for Him. Let’s do better family.

[@Dopey-h7k]

Thank you

[@SuperJimmy521]

Eremos was beautifully vulnerable on a path to the Savior. It's a breath of fresh air for art as a whole because it mixed exploring deep pain and finding true joy as the remedy so gracefully. I loved every minute of it.

[@Romans116Unashamed]

And REMEDY is beautiful too like it hit home

[@davidminor1483]

I literally stayed up till 12 just to listen to ermos and honestly it wasn’t anything I was expecting but I loved the message and the story. Jon was one of the first artist I started listening to when I started taking my Christianity seriously

[@NoemiFodorenau]

Yes! This album speaks to my heart! Jon’s transparency is such a blessing. ❤

[@ItsJaeLaw]

Bless you

[@DonAntwon222]

I had someone tell me counseling my emotions is the equivalent to counseling “my demons” The church is goin through a massive heart check. I always point people to Jesus in the garden when they come around speaking down from their Pharisee pedestal. I know it’s scary to turn the mirror on one’s self but gah leeeee.

[@rolandorolandorolando6554]

The beat on “let’s go get blessed” is fire…I can hear it playing in my whippy.

[@HashimWarren]

The weight and honesty and hope of this album is off the charts. Jon Keith is like a modern day Psalmist

[@cierrahp9702]

This was a great conversation. I've never heard of Jon Keith, but I will check out his music. Sidebar: I liked the sound effects 😂

[@myrlonortell6667]

Dang, got so much love for Jon Keith. And the music he has been releasing has been so awesome to me. Knowing I can relate and haven't been alone in those struggles. Thank you Jon for releasing this project! Bless you my guy

[@mariowalker9048]

It still blows my mind how many people didn't know that you rapped as someone who's been following your content since 2018.

[@njwhite6460]

I think it would be dope if this was. a series. Bringing different artists and discussing their new album while also not being afraid to talk about other things.

[@testingmyaudioaddiction3452]

One of my favorite examples in the Bible of someone struggling with mental health is Habakkuk. He literally said kill the Babylonians or let us all die to ease the pain. The God was like, “Nah. We gonna do it my way because I am who I say I am.” Habakkuk was like, “cool. I respect and love you.”

[@dalitsomubeleki]

This new Jon Keith album is crazy man. Very relatable man. Thank you Jon❤

[@SterlingQDavis]

“James Dean” and “Dramatic” are super dope to me. I love the vulnerability on this album Jon 🙏🏾

[@madimakes]

Always a good day when jon is in the building with Ruslan…🔥

[@vaultallowne]

😂😂 13:19 “holup….You struggle? …demons🤷‍♂️” its so sad but funny

[@danzo8372]

Listening party vibes. This album goes haaard definately streaming this!!! Thanks for the hook up🔥🔥🔥

[@mon77ster]

This is such a beautifully executed album piece. The meaning behind it just made me respect it even more. Glory to God

[@joimalloyd8962]

32:53 to that point, I think music artists are held to a different standard than everyone else. I’m a nurse, I work with other nurses and take care of people who ARE NOT CHRISTIANS. Artists are artists and THIS IS THEIR JOB! Your job is a ministry and very well can’t be a ministry if it’s only done around people who know Jesus. It’s not another Christian person’s job to protect you, the Holy Spirit is doing that. 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@carsonrorie6399]

The church needs to start understanding that not everything negative is a demon or spiritual attack. It could just mean they need therapy but are to afraid or prideful to admit their brokenness

[@kellyadams79]

They need to listen to NF a rapper who is a Christian that raps about what he went through for years. He has a new song Hope coming out.

[@klwheeler1590]

One of my absolute fave discussions. So informative. I love JK and there is good rich dialogue in contrast to the rest of the “noise” out in the Christian sector.

[@NewswithNick]

As someone who is struggles with mental health, even when I was too young to remember. Being a deep person I thank God for people like Jon. Saw him on the pray tour! He killed it.

[@Wilshaffner]

On the christian rock side, Reliant K, Five Iron Frenzy, just a few bands that didn't necessarily sing about God with every song, but still ministered to a lot of people.

[@dylansmith8660]

Great conversation 🙌 Jon Keith keep it coming!

[@GigioCicconi]

I dont know if get it right, my english may not be perfect hahah but guys, saying that we should not protect the saved, may not protect in the strict sense, but man... we MUST be around the faith family, supporting each other, discipleship, there are countless verses that are teaching, or better, commanding those things to us as christian. I more concerned to go through this just to get it clear, because it could sound loveless to those that may say that you dont protect the saved, I guess it is way missunderstood. Nonetheless, FIRE ALBUM! Man got that deep and relatable... got me harrrrd

[@wildcountryboynation2455]

So far this has been my favorite episode of your show, I am a musician too, and I have more respect for you as a person and a brother in Christ your mad cool

[@JonAdamsMinistries]

I opened for Shane and Shane one time at a secular venue and made about $100 there was 3k people there. Then played at a youth group for like 200 kids and made $1200. Wild reality to the music industry.

[@flurin8614]

Amazing album by Jon. Hope it'll reach a lot of people.

[@JustinChavez91]

I appreciate Jon’s transparency in his music, it’s relatable

[@Tanyam2341]

Beautiful album!! Love every song!! True heart worship on display❤

[@timothyndongndeh884]

Love how you held back on telling on Andy’s turnaround when it comes to collabs🤣

[@madimakes]

32:05 shout out to Joey the Jerk! This is a factor in him coming to faith … cats in his sphere not pushing him away

[@archangelxp2708]

Jon Keith is one of my favorite humans too.

[@JustJC02]

Me too

[@michaelwesley-roberts2238]

Blessings to both Ruslan&Jon Keith

[@all4god116]

Love it! always a fun, dope enlightening experience when Keith visits!!

[@msreality8120]

Christian deal with depression all of the time. It’s a struggle and u have to press into God. That music sounds great 🎶. His voice is so smooth.

[@CrazyLegsGaming]

I am currently on the mission to read the whole bible God bless you brothers

[@JovaniaGeorge]

I been listening to eremos all day and i missed the live with the man himself 🙃

[@stevenlwnf]

LITERALLY ME TOO LML

[@Romans116Unashamed]

Listen Ruslan ….REMEDY had me in a chokehold like the entire time….it’s on repeat!!!!!!

[@76mishima]

Reach the lost but ALSO don't make others stumble. It's not one or the other - it's both. I'm not perfect at it by any means but that's the gospel.

[@feliciajohnston4877]

didn't see this comment , but yes that's what I thought when Jon seemed to be defensive about not protecting the saved. He worded it so it sounded good that it " wasn't in the bible " this was a teachable moment that I think Ruslan missed.

[@richardgrooms2818]

In the team of “Christian” rock & metal, I have seen both bands that are bands with Christians in them & bands that identify as “metal missionaries.” I’ve heard many bands not want the label “Christian” due to not wanting to be limited or pigeon holed.

[@nathanborder8311]

bro listening to remedy gave me instant CHILLS

[@JonKeith]

🙏🏽🥹🙏🏽

[@215Lui_V]

This is a dope channel 🔥 good conversations on reality

[@laurendamasoruiz]

This wouldn’t be a problem if churches stopped chasing new music/fashions and just stuck with the classics. This isn’t a criticism of the artists… I hope they succeed in a music career, but churches shouldn’t be putting on concerts as a substitute for worship. Just my opinion, I know others have different traditions.

[@journeywithshemaiahmills6717]

So true love this profile this was so good thank you so much Jon for your honesty

[@ne1productions777]

GOD Bless you Jon Keith!!!

[@cartersheldon9966]

Great insider input.

[@Oreo_the_CattleDog]

Great video

[@SKT_HERE]

I think Jon's take on the ministry and art thing is dope. I personally think Ruslan is a youtuber who happens to be a Christian 😅

[@RaeiFlames]

Brooooo this loooks sooooo cleeeaaaannnn 💥💥💥💥

[@teresalipot3585]

Maranatha Music is 65 years old. My guess is the artists finally lawyered up.

[@leago_waModimo]

Hip hop isn't my flavour of music but this is making me want to listen to the entire album lol.

[@JovaniaGeorge]

It's definitely worth a listen

[@danzo8372]

That song 'Die' went hard!!🔥🔥👌🏽

[@thatbeardedguy436]

Had to stop the video and go listen to the album. Straight 🔥🔥🔥

[@msreality8120]

I can see doing collaboration with people on neutral music and subject matter, but the people that that publicly are satanic or mock Christ or who is in a new age movement. The subject matter is important too and what the music is promoting like killing, drug use or promoting sin.

[@msreality8120]

For example that song 😊” You are so beautiful” is trending to tell girls with eating disorders that they are beautiful. It reminded me to tell my family too. God is love. But we have to be aware of setting healthy boundaries even as Christians.

[@randyherrera1116]

this is so powerful thanks iam pastor and promotor and I paid a lot and it is very expensive have to hustle the tickets and merch.

[@naalynmusic]

People are goodt!!! Nice songs

[@jae_lgcy]

Nice. I wish I was a part of this convo. 😆

[@sethtbaguley]

Ruslan, bro, please hit up "Ren - Hi Ren" and if you feel it, would love to hear your thoughts on it. I don't think the guy is a believer, but my bro, I was touched.

[@feliciajohnston4877]

im usually not a stickler but when he said not protect the saved not being in the bible no but it does talk about not making your brother stumble not saying Ruslan or Jon do that intentionally but i feel this was a missed opportunity to explore that part. If anyone has the exact verse i don't know it by heart but i felt like they were too casual talking about saved vs lost. Yes be fishers of men but encourage one another in Christ equally as important imo.

[@gee_ruiz]

I remember Ruslan since theBreax 👀😂🔥🔥

[@josephibokette7856]

We wont stop sinning until we get our new bodies in the rapture. And by the blood of Jesus we are counted as saved, free from sin and righteous.❤🎉In Father's eyes.

[@ElijaihTiggs]

Love Jon’s album. Amazing all around.

[@glorialovesChrist]

Worship superstars make bank at mega churches venues too. People can get high on worship music. It's so important that the hip hop culture saved and unsaved can access Kingdom of God Rap.

[@lakeneedham]

love the music talk

[@Bornagain7202]

You know who is is good and a favorite song of mine is God and country " love me as I am"

[@johnbourget4160]

None of the Saved will fall away. If they fall to the world, they were never Christians. It says in the Bible that Jesus will not lose any of his followers, not one.

[@adebrown3357]

Ruslan just letting you know that in Jamaica it's the opposite. Artists get paid less in the church than mainstream . I can see how it could cause me to assume that it's the same in America

[@eligweres5822]

🤯 Ruslan..”They are getting their theology from their favorite pastor on the internet and not from the ACTUAL BIBLE” - FACTS

[@derrickvernon5985]

If you're a Christian Rapper then you're ministering who you are in your music to draw in unbelievers to get saved and to connect them with Jesus. Christians don't perform they ministers.

[@U_neekliss]

So what do you think about the question they posed... is a Christian 9to5er also "ministering who they are" in their work?

[@derrickvernon5985]

@@U_neekliss yeah your 100% right. Your ministering your life even in your 9-5jobs. When a person accepts Christ they immediately become a walking book and every eye will be in you especially if you proclaim the name of Jesus. That's why a Godly Character is everything in church and outside of church. Great Question

[@josephibokette7856]

Got it. Fire album bro. Why has music gone down to 2 verses instead of 3 anymore?

[@TheMastersCrumbs]

Jon Keith's best project for sure

[@requirementsrequired4384]

Tuning into the album after this!

[@elainewagnon6690]

Jon Keith and a lot of these rappers be singin singin and they sound good!

[@kenndavid7172]

Great album bro

[@kadmielvalcin]

Remedy!!!! Sheeeeeeeeeshhhhhhh!!!!!!! Jon, the album is so dope. That song though! 😭😭😭😭🔥🔥🔥🔥 Glory to God! That was beautiful! God's grace be with you and your family, my friend. Keep putting that pen-to-paper in creating such wonderful work. Great production. Wow!!!Thank you for bearing your heart. Looking forward to the videos. Please, do one for Remedy.👆🏿 #keeppraying #keepgoingfwd

[@TheBiggestAlEver]

My man!✊🏾🦉💯

[@3postle]

This podcast just helped me contextualize my view on CHH, turned away but I giving it a go again

[@rodneyaustin3999]

Is there gonna be a cd or vinyl release? I still like that tangible media.

[@yepthat4182]

I think this is a fair assessment for Christian Artists who attempt to participate in secular spaces only because the Christian market is a niche group and it would be challenging to appeal to the masses in a similar fashion. HOWEVER, the same can be said if the roles were reversed. If a secular Artist becomes a Christian Artist, their wages severly plummet because theyre no longer appealing to the larger audience, i.e. Hector “El Father” Delgado. He was like the JayZ of Reggaeton but converted to Christianity, became an Evagelist, and is now a Pastor/President of Hector Delgado Ministries. He testifies that even after his conversion, he received a $5M check to his house to perform at a show. He says he keeps it in his Bible to show people that he’s not in it for the money because no one will come close to offering him what he was used to getting paid when he was a secular artist. This being said, I think your points are valid but you should include that the same applies for most artists in general. Most artists wont make more money by switching their audiences if they already have a large following from what made them known to begin with.

[@msreality8120]

I think we thought that didn’t get paid because they don’t get that many awards and the Christian act like the awards get them more money like the academy awards do for the actors and actresses. They always complain that the saints need to buy more and do more.

[@BobbyWonders]

That remedy was so fire

[@alannahquiniones3695]

I don't usually listen to rap but I'm digging this!

[@ArmandoBN497]

They miss pronounce the word twice lol at 22:14

[@ArmandoBN497]

Er - ay - mahs

[@ArmandoBN497]

Def: desolate, wilderness, desert

[@carmenmeyers3912]

Aye, he was singing 2AM. Does he have pipes? I only hear him on autotune on songs, but he sounded like he has pipes!

[@jaytakefe9763]

They should do a MV for James dean

[@jessicacastro7824]

Hey everyone

[@B100Show]

The whole Album slaps! Die remedy and trying hit home 🥹 IGWT bumps!! 🔥🔥🔥💯🔥💯💪🏾

[@humblejada]

MTM Isaiah makes ministry music and he hard!!!

[@jaytakefe9763]

*singing along 🥺

[@therealal1713]

They didn't "expose" anything. Save yourself the 55min.

[@donaldneal3086]

Love this dope show shout out to jon keith

[@imsotumelo]

Brooo this pj ⚡️⚡️⚡️

[@javierrodriguez3977]

That’s surprising he got payed that much. I work at a mega church youth ministry and we have never payed a Christian hip hop artist that much. Reason being we pay our speakers that much. Real talk these youth kids don’t know Christian hip hop artists unless they are TikTok famous like Caleb Gordon.

[@rodneyaustin3999]

Ministry and individual salvation are separate. Each one of us is a minister and to work out our own salvation with fear and trembling. However, our ministry is our own decision by which we are to be guided by the Holy Spirit, to speak the Gospel of Christ to the glory of the Father. I do not have a say on who Jon allows to rap on his albums. That's between him and God. However, the moment these relationships affect Jon's walk or theology and stain the ministry, then I can say something.

[@ascend.devotional]

jon keith n caleb gordon carrying christian hip hop

[@prodi_215]

Bunch of other artist makin dope music. Jon n Caleb def doin they thing but plenty others still goin hard for the kingdom. Tap in 💯💯

[@stephen1503]

Hard agree

[@michaelcallison1157]

J Monty

[@PenfromGod]

Kieran the light 🔥🔥

[@MurphGOE]

J Monty, Ty Brasel, Hulvey, Zauntee just to name a few