A Voice for Those Struggling: Logirhythm Shares About His Vision in this Exclusive Interview

Born Dante Turner in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Logirhythm was raised as a foster child by one loving family. He started singing at a very young age, often singing popular hits from the likes of Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson. He started writing songs in middle school; and after singing his first written song for his Physical Education teacher, she was moved to tears and suggested that he continue writing music. In high school, he could be found frequently participating in school concerts singing his heart out.

He picked up piano and music production while attending Arcadia University, where he studied Computer Science with a minor in Music. Knowing that he wanted to one day take a serious look into music as a career, he also studied voice and directed the gospel choir at his college. He married his wife Cherelle on September 9, 2012.

It's obvious that he has a passion for music that he likes to express in different forms, and though his taste in music is as broad as the oceans, his songwriting is often reflective of his Christian faith.  With guidance from God and the support of family and friends, Logirhythm hopes to take his musical career to a new level; his aim is not to be famous, but to touch hearts and move souls.

Logirhythm has just released his new single "The Apple" with a new album "26 Miles" coming out soon.  We are so honored to chat with him for this exclusive Hallels' interview.

Hallels:  Thank you for your time in doing this interview with us.  Let's start with the most obvious, what's the significance of your name "Logirhythm"?  

Thank you for having me! For a small period of time, I was a DJ, and I needed a good DJ name. So my co-workers at the time were helping me figure something out, and also a good friend of mine was throwing ideas out there. I wanted it to be clever, so eventually my friend suggested a mix between math and music.There are elements of math in music, so I figured it would be cool. Logirhythm was born from that - a play on logarithm and rhythm. After some time, I decided to use it as my entire musical persona.

Hallels:  For our readers who are not familiar with you yet, how would describe your sound?  Which artists do you think help influence your music?

I was raised on R&B, especially the old school music, so that's definitely the root of my production. But then I got into Pop music in middle school. Then Hip Hop and Gospel in high school. Then Rock, Classical, and EDM in college. So my sound has evolved over time to incorporate those things as well. However, when I write and arrange songs, I'm generally compared to R&B/Pop artist Ne-Yo, and I think the reason for that is because we both have been inspired by Michael Jackson. I love MJ's songwriting and stage presence, so I try to emulate that to a certain degree.

Hallels:  You started with a degree in computer science, how did the Lord lead you to sing for Him?

Growing up, my dream was always music. I wanted to become a big star, but my mom always told me that I have to have a career to fall back on. So I got very good with computers. But I was always curious about God. There were times I would pray just because I wanted to, and times when I would read the Bible here and there just because it was there. I even had a random lady see me in the street and ask me if I was a Christian because she saw something in me. But it wasn't until college that I fully accepted Christ. Two groups - the Arcadia Christian Fellowship and Exalted Movements - were major influences on my Christian walk. The night I gave my life to Christ I was with my wife (girlfriend at the time) and her family. We prayed together and the Lord spoke to me about music. So now when I write, I write for Him. 

Hallels:  Tell us more about your new single "The Apple," what was the inspiration behind the song?

"The Apple" started off as a hip hop beat. I wasn't even sure I wanted to use it for myself, but then the hook came to me. "Beware of the apple / you don't wanna get caught up in its trap". So before I wrote to it, I let some family members hear it. They lost it, told me it was fantastic. So I wrote the song, aiming to have two opposing points of views. The hook is a warning from the Lord and refers to the Genesis story about the forbidden tree. The verses are from the point of view of someone struggling with sin. I've had my own battles, like most people, so I reflected on things I've personally struggled with to write the song. The bridge became a turning point, a place to say "you know what, I'm putting down my sword and letting you have your way". I did it, so I hope the listener can find strength in that.

Hallels:  You have a new album "26 Miles" coming out-- when do you anticipate its release?  Why did you entitle the record "26 Miles"?

April is the month I'm looking at for the album release. The title is conceptual. The Christian life is often referred to as a race, so as you listen to the album, it will progress like a race. There will be excitement and newness in the beginning, fatigue and doubt in the middle, and relief in the end. Also, I'm currently 26 years old, so referring to my own race, I've run 26 miles so far. I could have used kilometers, or meters, or something like that; but I chose miles. It's what people here in the USA are most familiar with.

Hallels:  What lessons do you want your listeners to grasp after listening to your new album?

Two things, actually. Firstly, there are many people who struggle with who they are or what they've done that holds them back from giving their lives fully to God. I want this album to be a voice for them. Many artists only talk about the good things God can bring, and others talk about the victory we have and that life will have its troubles but God will make a way. All of that is great. I want to lift people up in a different way though. I want to make music they can really connect with on a more personal level.

Secondly, I want this album to be a message to the more seasoned Christians that sometimes tend to judge people who are still young in their walk. We all make mistakes to get to where we are, and sometimes they can forget that. We should be reaching out to people with open arms and ears, and accepting no matter the background. Don't forget where you came from.

Hallels:  If our readers would like to purchase your new album or song, where can they go?

When they go on sale, the first place to go would be my website: www.logirhythm.com. They can join my mailing list to stay up-to-date, and there are even cool perks for joining.

 

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