Cross Movement Records has announced the March 4th release of rapper FLAME’s fourth album, Our World: Redeemed, the second instalment in his two-part audio novel and the sequel to his album Our World: Fallen, which released April 17th, 2007, to rave reviews. The two-part album series captures the story of FLAME befriending a non-believer and pointing him to the cross of Christ, while examining the fallen condition of the world.

Beginning from the Our World: Fallen cliff-hanger ending, Our World: Redeemed digs deeper into the plot concerning FLAME’s fictional non-believer friend, whose life is now surrendered to Jesus Christ in this second chapter. FLAME paints a vivid picture of his many efforts to disciple and to exhort his friend in all areas of the Christian life, from ethical values to Biblical principles. Based on FLAME’s example, his friend then begins to disciple others, leading many to Christ. The plot thickens as tragedy turns to triumph, when FLAME’s untimely passing becomes the inspiration to carry on the legacy of the Gospel.

With production by Tony Stone, DJ Official and J.R., Our World: Redeemed is comprised of 16 tracks and features collaborations with Trip Lee, Json, Iz-Real (Everyday Process), Future and shai inne, plus the work of beat masters Chike, k-Drama, Speedy and Alex Medina. The album runs the gamut from aggressive to lighter fare. Its most aggressive tracks include “Who Can Pluck Us”, an extreme head banger laced with arranged strings and strong snares, and the crunk-styled “Hold On”. On the lighter side, there’s the soul-stirring “It’s You”, the prayerful worship medley “See More Him” and the anthemic hip-hop worship ballad “Power In Your Name”, featuring Dawn Dia from the duo Cho’zyn.

Born in the inner city streets of St. Louis, FLAME accepted Christ at the age of 16 and was heavily influenced by the hip-hop culture. He was particularly drawn to the work of The Cross Movement, who later signed the young rapper to their own label. One of the youngest members of the Cross Movement Records artist roster, FLAME is currently studying Biblical counselling at Boyce College in Louisville, Ky. The Dove Award nominee and 2008 Holy Hip Hop Award honouree has been ministering for over 10 years in music and speaking engagements. His latest album, Our World: Fallen peaked at #7 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart.

For more information on FLAME and preview his new album Our World: Redeemed, visit his YMZ artist page.