Kicking wisdom isn’t always on the mind of the young man as he too battles through relationships (“Woodcrest Manor II” continued part one’s story from Indigo Child, “Love Is Not A Four Letter Word” and “Her”), emotions (“CPU” featuring RZA) and temptations (“Devil’s Whisper). This will likely be a favorite for many in the long-run. The third track of the album is a gem for hip-hop and if you close your eyes and listen close enough you’ll hear the spirit of Outkast. Raury placed his few features strategically and one of the most notable of the crew included Big K.R.I.T. It actually serves as a balance that will be present throughout the album. “Revolution” picks up the pace and intensity quickly, but does not negate the message of the first song. We get the singing side of Raury first in his folk-influenced manner but don’t stress hip-hop heads, there’s something for you too. “All We Need” is Beattle-esque ballad that opens the album to the message that Raury has stood on since he exploded on the internet. So, let’s get in to the review.Īll We Need sums itself as the brilliant continuation of its predecessor, Indigo Child. The album begins in a way that leads you to think it’s going one direction and then suddenly changes in to something refreshing. The bottom floor of the album held paintings dedicated to each track of the album (crafted by Sage Guillory) as the upper level featured photos from the last year with Raury (captured by Van Nguyen). But with his debut album hitting the shelves last week, fans and new listeners get a solid one-on-one view of who he is and what he stands for. I had the opportunity to experience the album during the week of A3C when LoveRenaissance hosted a silent listening at a local art exhibit. We know him for Andre 3000 comparisons, sun hats and energetic live performances. All of these things and more encompass the message that one of Atlanta’s brightest rising stars, Raury, is putting out with every audible he produces.Īt this point, we know the “Indigo Child” for his youthful, revolutionary war-cry, “God’s Whisper”. He has stated that he is influenced by André 3000, Kid Cudi, Kanye West, Bon Iver, Queen, Fleet Foxes, Marvin Gaye, and Father John Misty.War. Raury is known for his eclectic sound mixing soul, hip hop and folk. In 2016 Raury went on tour as a support act for the rapper Macklemore where they performed in many of the worlds capital cities. “Devils Whisper” (which also was taken from his album All We Need) was used for the trailer of the popular Coronation Street storyline.
His song, called “Crystal Express” (which was taken from his album All We Need) appeared on the video game FIFA 16. On October 16, 2015, Raury released his debut studio album, titled All We Need. In 2015, Raury was featured on the cover of XXL magazine for the 2015 Freshman Class. In January 2015, he was placed at number 4 on the list for the BBC’s Sound of 2015. In 2014, New Zealand singer Lorde invited Raury to contribute his vocals on the song “Lost Souls”, which was included on the soundtrack for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1. In 2014, he was shortlisted for the BBC’s Sound of 2015. On the same year, he announced that he signed a deal with Columbia Records. On August 25, 2014, Raury released his first mixtape, titled Indigo Child. He was also a member to the C5 Georgia Youth Foundation Career 2014–present: Indigo Child and All We Need He was born and raised in Stone Mountain, Georgia. Raury graduated from Tucker High School in Tucker, Georgia. He is known for his eclectic sound mixing soul, hip hop and folk. Raury Deshawn Tullis (born June 10, 1996), professionally known by the mononym Raury, is an American singer and songwriter from Atlanta, Georgia.
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