In a progressive move, the Recording Academy (The Grammy’s) has announced a new music category for gospel. Titled "Best Rock or Best Rap Gospel" the category provides an opportunity for the Holy Hip Hop community and Christian Rock musicians to receive music's highest honor.
Members of the Academy will be able to submit their votes in the new category during this Summer/Fall 2006 submission window for the 49th Annual 2007 Grammy Awards.
With Christian Rock and Hip Hop accounting for 25% of Christian music (GMA Annual Report), the category is justifiably on the prestigious list.