All I can say is Excelsius' new album “Liberation" is STRAIGHT MINISTRY HEAT!! This CD is very POWERFUL!! Be sure to get this CD for your Friends, Family and anyone who needs to be set FREE....The Title says it ALL--LIBERATION!!!! This is one of the HOTTEST CD's out--There's only 3 words for this project, STRAIGHT- MINISTRY- HEAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TRUST ME!!!!!!!

I was very pleased with this project. Since receiving my copy, it has remained in heavy rotation as I've just let the message marinate to the depths of my soul. I love it when I see growth in an artist and Excelsius has shown just that. Check out my full review of the album by visiting Trailblazinministries.com

Just to set the stage I love music that inspires me and feeds me. I always listen to music for several key elements: 1. The beat which helps to set the stage for the flow; 2. The flow – How clear and entertaining it is; 3. The message – How well does it encourage, challenge, solidify what I believe in. In general, Ex's flow is clear and filled with transparency and the Word *I had a dream last Night – I like the intro prayer skit – the transition into the song I was not feeling, however the message was clear *Be Set Free – The way the song comes on, the tempo and how he wraps the flow around the beat is well done. And I can’t seem to get the hook out of my mental! The word content is in your face and it gives a clear reason for what's being said. Like Mickey D’s says “I’m love'n it! *Pick up the Phone – The Sound of the Horns are arranged in such a way that it screams "don’t you hear me!" If so, pick it up! The message is clear. The only thing I would have like to hear is a light phone ringing throughout the song. *Get Focused – A lot is going on in this song. I like the use of what I can only describe as a transformer sound. I like how Ex rides the beat. This one was done well. *Change or Die – The hook is straight and to the point! I like that! *Grace that Reigns – Honestly I was not feeling the beat the first time I heard it but after focusing in on the “grace flow” the beat is in your face and right for the message which I am happy to say is unmistakable. The whole track drives the message home. I like it now! *Yes You Are – Smooth grove that works with the calm, soothing, comforting word filled flow! *FAQ’s – I like the whole concept - Just wanted it to be a little longer so I could take this track memorize it and use it to give compacted answers to common questions about the faith. The word at the end solidified the reason for the track. *Third Coast Cypha - I loved the beat, all the flows (Which I wanted more of). Only thing I did not care for all of “Kirk Franklinesque” talking by Dj D-lite. But I do hear his heart. *Addicted (interlude) This is interesting. It was a worthy attempt to make a skit that attempted to address liberation from what is now days probably a common addiction, however it did not seem to be up to the level of the music put together on this album. *The Sing-a-long Song – This track makes the album more well rounded as far as whom may listen to it! I was not feeling the “Children’s Choir”, but again the message is clear and to the point. *Out of the Closet – This track also helps to makes= the album more well rounded as far as whom may listen to it! I was not feeling the ladies singing because even though the words were supporting the message the vibe was not, but I again the message is clear and to the point. *Lead Out - The beat is just right for the message. I will say that this track, inspired, checked & encouraged me all at the same time. It inspired me to establish a written list of who my Timothy’s are and who my Paul’s are – so that I can be sure to strengthen those relationships and make sure per scriptural example I am doing the same for others. *Shame on Me – The message was very personal to me and it is very relatable. *The Word – Got it loud and Clear! *See ya Later (hopefully) - Sums up extremely well the purpose of this entire “audio word”. This is a great outro! Overall, I liked the C.D. I could give it a few people I can think of right now!

With his new release “Liberation”, Excelsius continues to demonstrate biblical truth over slammin' beats. It proves he is not just emcee but a bonafide minister proclaiming the gospel of the Kingdom, BOLDLY!