The Tillman EP is the beginning of the upcoming project from Christian Hip Hop sensation Tony Tillman.
Tillman grew up in a single parent household in the projects of Arkansas that was populated with gangs, drugs, and crime. He grew up with his mother and he quickly fell into the wrong crowd as he spent time on the streets. When he was 12-years-old Tillman started follow in his 16-year-old uncles lifestyle by joining a gang.
He started making a name for himself and respect for fighting, robbery, and breaking into homes. Tillman’s uncle was killed and it caused his life to spiral down and spent time is several juvenile detentions in the South. Ultimately Tillman had followed in his uncle’s footsteps and was on house arrest for attempt of murder.
He had a life changing revelation when he had an encounter with God in the back of a police car. On his way to the courthouse the voice on the radio started talking about the book Revelation. He started reading Revelation while on house arrest and separated from the gang life. Tillman promised a pastor that he would start going to church and from the day forward he gave his heart and soul to God.
Tillman toldHaulix, "I’m amazed at the fact that God has loved me despite the person I used to be, and I hope He uses me to show others that same love. So that through my life they can believe that God is willing to do the same for them. I feel that's my mission, to show the world that hope exists for their situation."
His life experiences have shaped his life and music. The Tillman EP brings a positive and powerful message with touching on the reality of the issues that consume the streets. The album starts with the single “Tailored” that has a catchy and soulful beat. The song is centered on the issue of self worth and value. It is a relatable song as Tillman raps about insecurities men and women have.
“Psycho” has a fast sinister upbeat tempo that pieces his old and new lifestyle. Tillman raps about how he is going to tell unbelievers about how God rescued him even if they think, “he has lost his mind.”
The album shifts to a softer and mellow sound with “Heaven (Acoustic Version).” The song features Out of the Dust and her vocals is perfect with the songs message. Tillman raps about the struggles that people face everyday and how they will find peace and happiness in Heaven. Overall The Tillman EP is spiritual and uplifting album with Tillman’s vivid lyrics.