By blending the fire of hip-hop, the soul of gospel, and the raw urgency of reggae and rock, Pastor Nate ‘N The Traveling Mercy have arrived with Another Moses—a debut EP that delivers both a spiritual awakening and a sonic revolution. Pastor Nate, a veteran of the Christian hip-hop scene and former leader of Los Angeles’s first hip-hop church, has spent years honing his craft, and this release proves he’s more than just a musician—he’s a movement.
Thematically, Another Moses is a modern-day Exodus narrative, using biblical metaphors to call for liberation—whether from systemic oppression, spiritual strongholds, or personal struggles. The EP kicks off with Let My People Go Prelude, where Nate sets the stage with a spoken-word-style introduction, laying out his mission. This leads into Let My People Go, a track that crackles with urgency as he takes on the voice of God confronting the forces of oppression. The song’s fusion of pounding beats, hypnotic rhythms, and Nate’s rapid-fire delivery make it a clear standout.
Exodus follows, borrowing its core lyrics from Bob Marley’s iconic anthem while injecting new energy with a fresh rap verse from Tavasti. It’s a bold choice—reinterpreting a classic—but it works, connecting past and present struggles through the power of music.
Then comes Ujima (It Takes a Village), a track that shifts the focus to the community, drawing from Bishop Stephen Tyler’s poem There’s A Killer Among Us. The song’s layered instrumentation and soulful backing vocals underscore its call to action, painting a stark contrast between ancient traditions of protection and modern-day neglect.
Call of the Marching Band is a high-energy anthem, built to rally crowds with its pulsing brass sections and rhythmic cadence. It feels like a halftime show with a purpose—more than just entertainment, it’s an invitation to join the fight for justice.
Closing out the project, the title track Another Moses serves as both a mission statement and a spiritual experience. There’s an improvisational feel to it, as if Nate is leading a live congregation rather than just recording in the studio. The lack of rigid form allows for moments of freestyle, preaching, and spontaneous worship, making it the most organic and transcendent track on the EP.
With Another Moses, Pastor Nate ‘N The Traveling Mercy don’t just make music—they deliver a call to arms. The EP is sonically adventurous, blending hip-hop, reggae, gospel, and rock into a sound that refuses to be boxed in. But beyond the beats and bars, it’s the message that resonates: a reminder that liberation—both physical and spiritual—is still a battle worth fighting.
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