Album Notes

NOVA4JEHOVAH
Welcome to the world of Nova, that talented, anointed Christian rapper whose pulsating, inspirational rap beats lift gospel into the new millennium. Nova is definitely hyped for Christ, & his dynamic holy hip-hop is helping turn a generation to the Kingdom of God. With tracks such as I'm A Soldier, and Its G.O.D 'Til I D.I.E, Nova challenges people of all ages and nationalities to commit to a Christ-centered lifestyle. "My aim," says the handsome, 20-yr old Atlanta native, "is to entertain and enlighten." And entertain he does, with head bobbing, foot stomping beats and memorable lyrics that continue to inspire and transform the spirit of listeners long after the music has stopped. Nova chose his name to signify that the goal of his ministry is to bring light to the darkness, to shine bright for God.

Nova is a member of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Lithonia, GA, where Bishop Eddie L. Long is Senior Pastor. At New Birth Nova serves with the Fisher of Men Evangelism Ministry and the Levites Prayer Ministry. He has captivated audiences of thousands at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church performing with the G.A.N.G. (God's Anointed New Generation) Choir and as an opening act for world-renowned gospel artist John P. Kee. He was also chosen to perform at the Teen Summit held at the Phillips Arena where thousands of youth leaders converged to tackle the pressing problems facing our youth today: education, drugs, sex and violence. He shared the stage with top R&B and Hip-Hop acts, such as Jagged Edge and Usher. Nova has performed at events such as the Heritage Festival with award winning contemporary gospel artists Mary-Mary. He was also selected as a featured artist in the recent National Holy Hip-Hop Awards Talent Showcase held at Earth Link Live and the 2004 Atlantis Music Conference, featuring the hottest up and coming holy hip-hop artists across the country. Additionally, Nova was a featured artist at T.D. Jakes Megafest 2004. Nova is a favorite for ministry at youth conferences across the nation, across denominations, across the racial divide. He was recently chosen to introduce holy hip-hop to the Lutheran Church, ministering to 35,000 Lutheran youth from across the country and the world at their National Youth Gathering held summer 2004 in Orlando, Florida. Nova's ministry has transformative power, touching hearts and changing lives.

Nova's talent and commitment has not gone unnoticed by music industry professionals. Nova was the recipient of the highly coveted 2004 Atlanta Gospel Choice Award for Best Holy Hip-Hop Artist!! He was also selected as the first place winner of the 2003 National Gospel Showcase, competing with artists from across the country. Nova was also chosen as the first place winner in a recent 95.5 The Beat New Talent Competition, and ATL's hottest hip-hop station, V-103 Porsche Foxx Talent Explosion, receiving a perfect 10 score from Universal A&R who judged the competition!! Additionally, Nova was also selected as 2003 Showstopper of the Year by the Georgia Literacy Leadership Project and was the recipient of the Atlanta Talent Network "2003 Best of the Best Entertainers Award" for Best Holy Hip-Hop. Nova was also honored with the Praise Discovery 2004 Gospel Icon New Artist of the Year Award for Best Holy Hip-Hop. Nova has been a featured artist on a host of television programs, including the BET program Cynthia & Friends. Nova's music can be heard on holy hip-hop and contemporary gospel radio programs across the country, including ATL's Hot 107.9 "Crunk for Christ." Additionally, Nova was recently selected as a featured artist on John P. Key's upcoming holy hip-hop compilation.

Born Richard Neal, Nova is a natural leader with a powerful message. Dynamic on stage, his six-foot, two-inch frame is in constant motion as he challenges audiences to enrich themselves in the fruits of the spirit and the blessings of a loving father. This multi-talented rising star writes and produces his own music, and his ambitions toward acting were recently realized through his debut role in the soon to be released motion picture "Rejectors of the Blood." Nova's music was selected for the movie soundtrack and he is writing, producing and performing the title track for the movie. Nova's music leads audiences to the source; as stated in the title of one of his hottest tracks, Christ Is His Name!



Be On the Lookout for Nova's Full Debut CD Dropping Spring 2005!!

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