Reviewed by Paul Woodward

Marc Auguste aka Disciple is quoted on his website as saying, "My music is for one purpose only. To bring praise to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and to minister to the people who are not fortunate to know him." On the evidence of this album he is a man of his word. The title 'Day 3' was inspired by the fact that on the third day when Christ rose again he commanded his apostles to "Go and make disciples of all nations" (Matt 28 v19). There can be few rap albums which carry such a prominent and clear gospel message. Aided by a clear (but competent) flow which makes it is easy for even a listener not well endowed with hip-hop to make out the words Disciple does not stray from his mission. Making it clear to the listener that Jesus is the only way, truth and light. Even rarer is the fact his rhymes are backed up by great thumping bass lines guaranteed to get your head nodding and comparable to much of what mainstream producers have to offer. Perhaps the album's only weakness is it could have been two or three tracks shorter. Towards the end of 'Day 3' the beats and concepts start to get a little repetitive, but that said ultimate track "Champ" is a marvellous finale with its more melodic tune and Disciple reminding listeners for one last time that "J-J-J-J-Jesus" is the only way.

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