Nathan Jarrelle: Of course, Nathan Jarrelle Ministries is a label that helps creatives right where they are, which means they can do what they love and what they're passionate about while still working their day jobs or pursuing their career. This industry is tough and I never want people having to sell themselves short in order to attain their goals. It's already hard enough being an independent artist with little to no budget and without industry connections. My label has signed five artist including myself and my job is to equip creatives with the resources they need to realize the vision that God has given them, whether they sign to me or not.

Nathan: I first started writing short stories, I was greatly influenced by R. L. Stine's Goosebumps and Fear Street Series at the age of twelve. When I was 16, I started to branch out into poetry and journaling and that's where I truly started to practice songwriting.

Nathan: Thank you, that means a lot to me. I don't want to make generic music that is "one size fits all." I think it works quite a bit for radio but not so much for people. I want to relate to someone right where they are by telling them what my struggles are, letting them know they are not alone and that regardless of their struggle Jesus is never too far away to help them. I relate to superhero's often because of their character flaws. I've found the best way to write lyrics is to be honest with God and with myself. It's important to me because we are called to be a voice for the voiceless and through music I can be that voice that helps someone put into prayer what they might not know how to word correctly.

Nathan: "Like Jesus" was one of the first songs created for Beyond Your Reach. I prayed to God and asked that He would help me to not make 'just another song.' I prayed He would help me make something original that said what He wanted people to hear. The spoken word at the end of the song was ad-libbed, I didn't write it down and rehearse it. I just remember finishing my verses and letting the song play while recording, The Spirit of God told me to speak and that's what came out. Like Jesus is really about comparing ourselves to others. I thought the like Mike Gatorade commercial fit perfectly with the idea of the song. I struggled a lot with comparing myself to others around this time, and this song help me set the record straight not only for others, but also for myself. The goal isn't to be like those we idolize, they are only human and though they may be capable of greatness, that greatness doesn't equal perfection. Jesus is the only one who is truly worthy of us imitating and I hope that when people turn this song on they lean more into that concept.

Nathan: The Epistle of John is one of my favorite books. John 1:4-5, the song itself is about wrestling with doubt, fear, and disbelief. What I found cool about this scripture is that it doesn't say that darkness had to leave in order for the light to shine… No. it says despite the darkness, the light still shined and the darkness did not overcome it. Sometimes feelings of doubt, fear, disbelief, and even disappointment linger but that doesn't mean that the Light of Christ has diminished or has stopped shining. Acts 17:27, speaks more about the darkness we face and how God hopes that we will turn to Him through His Son, Jesus. The scriptural titles are placed purposely because I think a lot of times scripture gets the point across in a clearer way. I also hope the listener will look up the song titles to learn what the Bible says and like it so much that they dive into the context. I wonder how many google searches I've inspired!

Nathan: Unfortunately, I don't have any dates to give at the moment. I have 12 phenomenal albums that I hope I will be able to perform for people whose lives my producer and friend, Damian Alston, and I have changed for the better. I have collaborated with 1K Phew on a song I have called "Desires" from my Low Resolution 2 album. It was a really great experience and the reception has been great too. I hope in the future I can collaborate with other prominent artist, I am always open to do features and I'm fairly easy to reach by email and social media so we will see what happens!

Nathan: I would like to wholeheartedly thank you for listening to me. I can't tell you how much it truly means to me for you to listen to music I've created in hopes that you wouldn't feel alone or burdened. As much as I want to talk about me, I want you to know that I couldn't do this without Jesus and a network of people who love and pray for me. I hope you understand the lyrics that I write and that you know the same Jesus who died for me is the same Jesus that died for you, no matter what you've done, and He did rise and He is coming back again! Thank you, Jesus Freak Hideout!