So in my last post I told you I was going to check out a new artist, Ray Rush. Ray was performing at the Hominy Lounge on U street. So on the way down to the District I was checking out his music and he definitely has an R & B flavor. So I’m thinking that this is definitely worth a trip to DC for a free show.
The show started a little late but it was worth the wait. While we were waiting for Ray Rush the band was killin’ it! The name of the band was “Cut the Check” and they were ALL THAT! They kept us entertained until Ray was ready. We learned that the band had never met Ray nor rehearsed with him but you sure couldn’t tell. In order to learn the song, they would play the track 1st and within minutes the band would kick it and I tell you it was interesting, awesome, and amazing! Not ideal for a concert, but it was an interesting experiment. That band was BAD – left me bobbing my head!
Now back to Ray. His sound was familiar and soulful – reminded me of that dude in church that could sang his butt off. He was singing with all of his heart and soul and was comfortable with both his music and the band. There is something about someone who sings so well that they don’t need music and that was Ray. He could have stood there all night and sang without the band and I would have been fine. In my opinion Ray sounded better live than on the recording but I think that is given when you witness the music live (which is why I love live music).
Overall, I thought Ray was the real deal. You can get his CD free for a limited time. My favorite songs were “I Wish” and “Just Wanna Know You”. I guess you could say all the slow jams are my favorites. As my kids say . . . “sleepy music”. It is definitely worth a listen.
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