Such topicality on record came after a bit of online drama. There's even a meditation on the afterlife with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. The politically focused project features Logic's signature rapid-fire flow on topics ranging from mental illness to mass shootings, mixed in with thoughtful personal interludes. While his last album, 2015's "The Incredible True Story," payed homage to his love of science fiction and unfolded as a space odyssey, his latest, "Everybody," marks a sharp turn for the rapper. Still, despite the trappings of mainstream success, he describes himself as a nerdy rapper whose mantra is "peace, love and positivity." If one wants evidence of his geekiness, it should be noted that he can rap while solving a Rubik's Cube, which he has done onstage.Īdditionally, lining the walls of his guest home are dozens of custom pop-art paintings from some of his favorite shows, including "The Simpsons," "Futurama" and "Bob's Burgers." Now he's touring behind the topical and socially conscious "Everybody." As a teen, he discovered he had a gift for performance.Īfter releasing his first mixtape, "Young, Broke & Infamous," in 2010, Logic honed his craft and slowly built up a cult following. As the son of parents who struggled with addiction, he grew up poor in Gaithersburg, Maryland. 9 at Blue Hills Bank Pavilion in Boston.īorn Sir Robert Bryson Hall II, Logic embodies the classic rags-to-riches tale. 3 at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, and Aug. "The fact that this is my guest house is weird to me," he says, relaxing on a plush couch that nearly envelops his wiry frame. Recently, he marveled at the acquisition, all while sitting in its adjacent guest house. The home, complete with a pool, a basketball court, a recording studio and a skate ramp, is the young artist's biggest purchase to date. His Tarzana house reflects the spoils that come with such success. His album "Everybody," released in early May, debuted at No. LOS ANGELES - The 27-year-old rapper Logic knows he's made it.
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