Richard Luis
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Richard Luis is an emerging R&B/Pop artist from Long Beach with it all: smooth vocals, introspective lyrics, authentic stage presence, and a dedicated fanbase. His unique genre take, production skills, and soulful voice are noteworthy.
Location:
Genre(s):
FFO (for fans of):
Long Beach, California
R&B/Soul, Hip-Hop, Pop
The Weeknd, Miguel, Drake, Justin Bieber
// BIOS
Richard Luis is an up-and-coming alternative R&B/Pop musician based out of Long Beach, California. As an emerging artist, he’s already begun creating a dedicated fanbase with his smooth vocals, introspective lyrics, and authentic stage presence. With his unique take on the genre, impeccable ear for production, and soulful voice, Richard Luis is the new act to watch for.
Luis has encountered a kaleidoscope of moments that share as much pain as they do love. Through his work, he is constantly searching for new ways to capture and express the beauty of these memories.
Able to speak to shared experiences and transform them into soundscapes that bring listeners on a journey through the moments that define our lives, Richard, like many of us, approaches music the same way he approaches life: in pursuit of happiness. His music is a reflection of that endeavor, exploring the complexities of love, desire, and human connection.
// BACKGROUND
Born in East Los Angeles and raised in towns outside of the city as a kid, Richard was exposed to a wide range of musical influences from a young age, including R&B, Hip-Hop, and Pop. These influences are reflected in his music, which blends elements of notable names as diverse as they are influential, with the likes of Usher, Michael Jackson, and The Weeknd all informing his musical acumen.
Richard began writing and recording music in 2018, honing his craft and developing his own style over the years. He released his first single, titled “Friends,” in 2020. That release, along with the slew of singles (including “Toxic” and “Summer Nights) that followed in 2021, helped Richard build a fervent following and marked him as a force to be reckoned with in the alternative R&B scene.
Looking to the future, Richard shows no signs of slowing down, with plans to release new music and perform extensively in the coming months. With his talent, work ethic, and dedication to his craft, there is no doubt that Richard Luis is poised to become one of the biggest names in alternative R&B and pop music in the years to come.
Ultimately, Richard Luis is an artist who is deeply committed to his craft. With his sultry voice and his rare perspective on life, he has the power to capture the hearts and minds of audiences around the world. If you’re looking for an artist who understands the complexities of the human experience and has the talent to express them in new and exciting ways, look no further than Richard Luis.
// CREDITS
Release Date: May 13, 2023
Released: Mar 29, 2023
Released: Nov 19, 2021
Released: Sep 17, 2021
Release Date: Aug 05, 2021
// QUOTES
“‘Live Life’ is the perfect phrase for all of my releases coming out. Something so vague, something so simple, but yet something that can relate to everyone. No matter what’s going on at the moment, live life.”
Richard Luis
“I want music to take me traveling and I want music to let me meet new people.”
Richard Luis
“Getting to a place where I am able to leave my mark on people in some way has always been a thing of mine. Music has been the most effective avenue for me so far, so I keep working at it.”
Richard Luis
// AUDIO
// VIDEO
Official Videos
‘The Noise’ by Creature Creature and featuring Billy Lunn (The Subways )
Worldwide digital release date: Monday 12th February 2024.
Video Credits:
Filmed at Brighton City Airport
Crew:
Tom Logan
Tom Young
Dave Harding
Tom Ware
Video edited by Tom Logan
Special thanks to Carl Read the Firefighter for helping the band to arrange the shoot.
Track Credits:
Recorded at Farm Factory Studios by Billy Lunn.
Mixed and Mastered by Tom Gleeson.
Lyrics and Vocals – Daniel Scully
Guitars – Steven ‘Zeus’ Cobley
Keyboard/Backing Vocals – Sebastian Cole
Bass – David Cobley
Drums – Matthew Hill
Guest Vocal – Billy Lunn
© 2024 CREATURE CREATURE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Sharing link: https://youtu.be/fZvwNiG8GcY?si=H_48B_G8xZirC-6y
//PRESS
PRESS & CREDITS
Press Clippings:
- Jun 18, 2022: Westside AllStarz Podcast (Podcast, Interview)
- Mar 18, 2020: http://voyagela.com/interview/meet-richard-ragudo-richard-luis-south-east-los-angeles
Recording & Studio Credits:
- Recording, Producing, Mastering, Directing, Writing, etc. credits:
- Studio/Label/Publishing House/Distributor:
- RedRoom Studios in Hawthorne, California
- Lil Boom Room Studios, Santa Ana, CA: Owned & operated by Lalo (sound engineer).
- Credits: Summer In Long Beach by Richard Luis
- Be Alone by Richard Luis
- All On Me (feat. JayR) by Richard Luis
- Sexy In September – an album by Richard Luis
Miscellaneous:
- Victoria Gutierrez (photos) – URL
- Ross Deater (photos) – URL
- Socially Drained Apparel (attire): Owned & operated by Eduardo Leon and Efrain Martinez
Discography:
- May 13, 2023 – Summer In Long Beach (feat. Moschino Jones) (Single)
- Mar 29, 2023 – Ride It (Single)
- Nov 19, 2021 – Chelas & Swap Meets (Ft. Vossy) (Single)
- Sep 17, 2021 – Summer Nights (feat. Vossy) (Single)
- Aug 05, 2021 – Toxic (feat. Benni Fronto) (Single)