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| Excelsius |
|  | | Country: | United States |
| Website: | http://www.myspace.com/excelsius |
| Releases: | [Liberation] [In Conjunction] [The Final Evolution] [The Prequel] [The Burn-Up!] [Introducing Excelsius] | | Info: | M. Xavier Marshall residing in Houston, Texas is Excelsius.
He is also a baptist Reverend in Houston and has close
contacts in the world of sports.
Rhymes
Excelsius started rhyming back in 1986. In 1994, the Lord
Jesus intervened by taking his enthusiasm for beats and
rhymes and putting it to use for the advancement of the
Kingdom.
Contract
As a sophomore in college, he gave his life to the Lord and
was moved to rhyme strictly for the Glory of God. In 1999,
God extended favor upon him by ushering in a record contract
with Renaissance Records, where he released his first single
“Holy Ghost Party”.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Excelsius also made the theme song "Rule #1" for 2004 for
the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). The FCA is
founded in 1954 and is the largest christian sports
organization in America. FCA focuses on serving local
communities by equipping, empowering and encouraging people
to make a difference for Christ.
Chaplain
As a former youth pastor, Reverend Marshall is also
well-versed in sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ in ways
other than music. He serves as a co-chaplain for the NBA’s
Houston Rockets and is certified to minister in any prison
in Texas.
Ministry
Similarly, Rev. Marshall volunteers as a Director for
M.E.A.T. Ministries, which trains Christians on how to
become effective leaders. Even with those efforts, he still
views hip hop as the ministry with the greatest opportunity
to reach our young people. "I believe that if we tell our
young people not to listen to this, or not to listen to
that, but do not provide viable alternatives, we do them a
disservice. For me, this is a way to bring Jesus to an
audience that in a lot of instances has not been open to
receiving the Truth. A lot of people seem to forget that
music was created for God, by God. I am simply using hip-hop
for its original intention."
First Baptist Church
Rev. Marshall currently serves in full-time ministry at
Houston’s First Baptist Church as the Pastor of New Members.
He’s responsible for discipling new Christians, conducting
baptisms and training individuals to become missionaries.
In addition, he regularly travels all over the country to
proclaim the Good News, often speaking on behalf of the
Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He also writes
devotionals for several former and current websites.
Stacey
Rev. Marshall is happily married to the bride of his youth,
Stacey. They are the proud parents of one son, Jaren, and
are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their daughter, Madison.
Together, they oversee Joined at the Hip Ministries where
the mission is to edify, encourage and enlighten the People
of God.
Concerts
Excelsius has shared the stage with the likes of The Cross
Movement, Corey Red, T-Bone, B.B. Jay, Red Cloud, Tre9,
Trintee 5:7, The Boombox Titans, James Fortune & FIYA, Lil J
Xavier, The Tunnel Rats and many others.
Compilations
The MC can be heard on the following albums and
compilations:
- The Glorified Hip Hop Muzik Faktori presents "Living in a
Troubled World" [Compilation] / Renaissance Records
(1999)
- FEV - Earn My Rite / Hustleface Records (2000)
- Heather Rodgers - One Colour (2002)
- Independents : Certified Hot [Compilation] / Fly Away
Records (2002)
- ThaPsalmist2 - Under the Cover of Light (2004)
- Game Ready [Compilation] / FCA Camps (2007)
Videos
The MC released his first video "Game Ready" on June 29th,
2007. It's the 2007 anthem track of Fellowship of Christian
Athletes Camps. And is based on the verse Ephesians 6:11:
"Put on the full armor of God so that you can stand against
the tactics of the Devil." FCA Camps explains: "Every time
you step on the field or on the court, you’ve got to be Game
Ready! [...] The time is now to play for God’s Team, put on
the jersey and get ready for the game! Get Up, Gear Up and
Step Up! Get Game Ready!"
Albums
Excelsius released his debut album in 2001 named
"Introducing Excelsius". His most recent project is his
album "Liberation" (2008). |
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| Release: | Liberation |
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| Media: | [Audio CD] | | Released: | 2008 |
| Recordlabel: | Joined @ the Hip Ministries |
| Info: | The album is released on June 24th, 2008.
1. I Had a Dream Last Night . . .
2. Be Set Free
3. Pick up the Phone
4. Get Focused
5. Change or Die
6. Grace That Reigns
7. Yes, You Are
8. FAQs
9. 3rd Coast Cypha: Liberation - featuring DJ D-Lite, Big
Nate, Gifted, Proof, Jacob Izrael, 1God & Cy
10. Addicted (Interlude)
11. The Sing-a-long Song
12. Out of the Closet
13. Lead Out - featuring Oppose
14. Shame on Me
15. The Word
16. See Ya Later (hopefully)
17. Draw Nigh - bonus track (A free download at www.
jathministries. com) |
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| Release: | In Conjunction |
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| Media: | [Audio CD] | | Released: | 2007 |
| Recordlabel: | Joined @ the Hip Ministries |
| Info: | The album is released on February 20th, 2007.
Production by:
- Theory Hazit for Prosperous Productions: 1, 14
- Shawn for LostBeatz Productions: 2
- Fatherz Child for J. Reed Ministries: 3
- Roc for WatchUrBak Productions: 4, 13
- Decadez for Bay Area Entertainment: 5
- DJ Triumph: 6
- Statz for SnookieMellow Productions: 7
- "B" for 4Sight Sounds: 8
- Len for LENstrumentals: 9
- Octavia Harris for Music 4 the Soul Ministries: 10
- Jirah Adams for J-Soul Productions: 11
- J. Lynn James for Egghead Productions: 12, 17
- Omari for Spectacular Productions: 15
- Todd W. Rogers for RWT Productions: 16
Cuts by:
- DJ 1 God for Joined at the Hip Ministries : 1
Chopped by:
- DJ Primo: 3
1. Alpha
2. J@TH
3. Chop it Up - featuring Torch
4. Feels So Good
5. Kingdom Grindin' - featuring Tha G.I.M.
6. Call on You - featuring Damon O'
7. The Real CHRISTmas Story
8. Hold Up!! - featuring DJ 1 God
9. It's Sin
10. I Press - featuring Damon O'
11. Up in Here - featuring JB Real
12. V Club (That's Whassup!)
13. Language of Love - featuring Shekinah
14. Tha Headbanga
15. Snapshots (The Process of Progress)
16. The Red Sea Experience
17. Omega |
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| Release: | The Final Evolution |
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| Media: | [Audio CD] | | Released: | 2006 |
| Recordlabel: | Joined @ the Hip Ministries |
| Info: | 1. Introduction - featuring Davy
Produced by Q.B.
2. 1st Round Draft Pick
Produced by Lesun
3. All about the Most High - featuring Vic & C-Now
Produced by X7 Prod.
4. Hands Up!!
Produced by Decadez
5. Changes - featuring Focus
Produced by XV for Kingsman Prod.
6. Music: The Effect
Produced by Theory Hazit for Prosperous Prod.
7. Hit the Road
Produced by KaneBeatz
8. The Evil that Men Do
Produced by Smidi
9. In Your Presence - featuring Damon 'O
Produced by Quis tha Truth for MJR Prod.
10. Freaks of the Industry
Produced by Knine for Regardless Ent.
11. Holiness - featuring Dkun Frost
Produced by Platinum Tips
12. Music: The Origin
Produced by Clockwork
13. Calling Out Names, Part II
Produced by Peculiar Image Prod.
14. Diablo - featuring K-Drama
Produced by OneNineNineZero
15. Give up the Praise
Produced by FabdaEclectic
16. Forever - featuring Davy
Produced by DJ Gabeezy
17. Music: The New Birth
Produced by Tech Spirit
18. WWIII - featuring Satizfyed
Produced by Clockwork
19. Walkin' Round Mad
Produced by Theory Hazit for Prosperous Prod.
20. Hit the Road - Bonus Track
Chopped & Screwed by DJ Primo |
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| Release: | The Prequel |
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| Media: | [Audio CD] | | Released: | 2005 |
| Recordlabel: | Joined @ the Hip Ministries |
| Info: | The Prequel was a sampler, that was given out to fans prior
to "The Final Evolution" record to give a taste of how the
new album would be. |
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| Release: | The Burn-Up! |
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| Media: | [Audio CD] [Digital Download] | | Released: | 2004 |
| Recordlabel: | Joined @ the Hip Ministries |
| Info: | 1. The Burn-Up Intro
2. All of Y'all
3. 1st Round Draft Pick
4. He that Hath Ears
5. Hallelujah!
6. Let the Spirit Come Down
7. Jesus Freestyle
8. Every Brotha
9. In Jesus' Name . . .
10. Game Poppin' - featuring FEV
11. Who You Pickin'?
12. Calling Out Names, Part I
13. My Testimony
14. Freestyle Evangelism - featuring FEV
15. Anti-Anointing |
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| Release: | Introducing Excelsius |
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| Media: | [Audio CD] | | Released: | 2001 |
| Recordlabel: | Joined @ the Hip Ministries |
| Info: | 1. Introducing Excelsius
2. In Jesus' Name...
3. Hey!!
4. That Texas Funk
5. Let the Spirit Come Down (G.B.A.)
6. Christian Emcee Anthem
7. Tha Lord
8. Holy Ghost Party
9. Intercession
10. Throw it Up
11. Universoul
12. Everybody
13. Confrontation
14. Switcheroo
15. Tha Lord (Chopped & Screwed) |
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