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Podcast: The John-Henry Westen Show
Episode: Move over 50 Cent & Run-D.M.C., Álvaro Vega can top your rhyme
Description: New and old hip-hop celebrities 50 Cent, Run-D.M.C. and others may have sensational talents and catchy rhymes, but emerging rap star Álvaro Vega enjoys a distinct advantage in the formation of his music: inspiration from his deeply-held Catholic faith. A former seminarian, Álvaro Vega — under the pseudonym 'Communion' — has dedicated his life to spreading the Gospel through music while conveying unapologetically pro-life and Catholic messages. Incorporating Bible verses and catechetical themes into his lyrics, Vega aims to create a sound that appeals to a much broader audience than traditional hip-hop alone. Join John-Henry Westen now as he discusses with Á...