A Watford musician has released a new EP dedicated to those who have experienced "profound challenges of displacement" and explores the existential struggles that arise from being uprooted.
Described as a "raw, soul-searching exploration of migration, identity, and self-reinvention," Johnny Murray's collection of tracks is titled Spoken Words Against Ionut Murariu.
Five spoken-word tracks are featured on the EP in total, blending human vocals with those generated by artificial intelligence.
Murray is a Watford-based artist, songwriter, and producer who bills himself as "blending digital production with soulful storytelling".
His music can be listened to via Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/artist/006PWnfB6zqbUrtk9jikhb
Among his production credits is Out of This World, which was produced for artist Lori and features a single that was mastered at Abbey Road Studios.
Murray's inspirations include Eminem, Peter Gabriel, Daft Punk, Mark Knopfler, and J Ivy.
A spokesperson for the artist added: "Fusing elements of spoken word, hip-hop, soul, rap, and R&B, Johnny creates a genre-spanning sound that’s both innovative and deeply emotive.
"His work combines live instruments with electronic textures, human vocals, and even AI text-to-speech, which results in a range of immersive soundscapes that explore themes of identity, resilience, and human connection."
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