Roy Rutto | “Afro Johnny Bravo”, An EP That Doesn’t Miss

If you’ve been searching for a unique, one-of-a-kind sound to break through the monotony of daily life, do yourself a favor and introduce yourself to Roy Rutto and his debut EP, “Afro Johnny Bravo“. From the title to the actual songs included in the project, this EP is sure to stop you in your tracks.

Roy Rutto describes himself as an alternative hip-hop artist. But in reality, his music stretches beyond the limitations of alternative hip-hop alone. That said, the various sounds and styles incorporated throughout “Afro Johnny Bravo” speak to the immense creativity Roy Rutto holds.

Inspired by the cartoon character Johnny Bravo, Roy Rutto’s latest EP touches on subjects such as struggles with self-identity, the emotions attached to being a hopeless romantic, and the desire to continuously become a better person and artist.

So this character of Afro Johnny Bravo in my release is about a charismatic guy with contagious confidence and very well hidden insecurities who’s slowly but surely figuring out how to love himself – Roy Rutto, regarding the inspiration behind his EP.

Born in Kenya and raised in California, Roy Rutto has been around music and entertainment his entire life, speaking to the array of musical elements featured on “Afro Johnny Bravo”.

For instance, on “lil suzy“, Roy Rutto blends genres effortlessly, bringing you into the soulful track and ensuring you embrace every element of the song. The steady beat instantly fills your soul with a sense of relaxation. And by the time the song is wrapping up, you’ll find yourself singing along to Roy Ruttos’ catchy chorus.

In comparison, Roy Rutto proves he can add a few indie-inspired elements to his music on songs like “a while“. The two-minute song feels like a blend of groovy 70s elements with modern-day indie sounds. The rhythm alone is enough to intrigue you. But it’s Roy Rutto’s presence on the mic that really hooks you.

My stage name is my given name. Nothing crazy. I’ve been blessed with a name that feels like it has a ring to it – Roy Rutto, regarding the origin of his stage name.

“Afro Johnny Bravo” is a compilation of five songs that were created to perfection by Roy Rutto and his team of producers. The flow from one song to the next is seamless. And Roy Rutto both impresses and hypnotizes you with the array of styles and musical elements he fuses into this EP.

After experiencing “Afro Johnny Bravo” for the first time, you’re already going to be looking forward to more music from Roy Rutto. That said, it’s crucial to give the gifted artist a follow on Instagram so you’re up to date with his latest projects.

During our interview, Roy Rutto assured us releasing more singles and collaborative projects are two things he’s looking forward to. Besides that, the Cali-based singer is focused on steadily improving with each and every piece of music he drops. If there’s one thing Roy Rutto refuses to compromise on, it’s the quality of his music.

Go give “Afro Johnny Bravo” a listen; now available on all your favorite music streaming platforms.

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