Who founded Rapzilla and when was it started?
Rapzilla was founded by Philip Rood in 2003 as a site dedicated to reporting on and promoting Christian hip hop music.
Questions about Rapzilla
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What is Rapzilla and what type of music does it cover?
Rapzilla is an online magazine covering news, interviews, reviews, and other media related to Christian hip hop music and culture.
Who owns Rapzilla and how did the ownership change?
Rapzilla is owned by Chad Horton. In 2010, Rapzilla merged with a Christian hip hop site Horton was running, making him co-owner. He later took over full ownership of the site.
What award did Rapzilla founder Philip Rood receive?
Philip Rood received an Honoree Award at the Holy Hip Hop Awards in 2008, five years after founding Rapzilla.
What is Rapzilla's connection to the Dove Awards?
In 2013, the Gospel Music Association announced a partnership with Rapzilla as part of its Dove Awards programming.
How has Rapzilla supported emerging Christian hip hop artists?
Rapzilla supports emerging talent through curated lists, annual features, and editorial coverage including news, album reviews, and interviews. Independent news outlets have cited the site in discussions of Christian hip hop's growth and artist exposure.