thurane ‘: authentic worship :’
Born out of a time of struggles and hardships, : authentic worship : elevates life to inspire. Bleak soil bears the most resilient souls, but it seems that it might have been God’s imprint in the sultry and energetic soundscapes. Unlike any worship album you’ve heard before, : authentic worship : sees a vivid, heartfelt blend of Rock n Roll and worship music. Drawing inspirations from the 60s and 70s rock, God’s messages are embedded in the soaring guitars, mesmerizing hooks, and infectious vibes, bursting modern pop sensibilities. Like Imagine Dragon meets The Beach Boys meets The Beatles. Sonically, at the core, the songs in : authentic worship : are genuinely good.
Thurane gives you a different worship experience. Through the highly captivating hooks that move listeners to sing and chant along, they are brought closer to the presence of God and to each other. God is with you, no matter where you are. : authentic worship : is a genuine celebration no less, filled with love and passion and nurtured by the best of rock n roll. Meaningful messages and introspection offer something to everyone who listens.
“Worthy” centers on the mantra of “you are worthy.” The beautiful rock ballad is a love letter to its listeners—to whoever feels lost and needs to hear the message, “Worthy” offers a shoulder to cry on and a home to feel safe again.
Inspired by Romans 8:28, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to his purpose,” “It’s All Good (ATAGIY)” evolves around a timeless groove that draws back to the 60s and the late 70s. Being the first track on the EP, the song certainly surprises you with just how good the music really is. But what really touches you is the unity and love that this EP evokes.
Thurane is a contemporary worship music artist based in Youngtown, AZ. : authentic worship : is the debut EP from the artist. Released during the global pandemic, what initially seemed to be a setback turned out to be a blessing. Just like many obstacles that originally posed a threat to producing this EP, they eventually worked out the way it meant to. Read our interview with Thurane and learn the stories behind : authentic worship :.
Punk Head: I love the retro, classic sound of : authentic worship : and the message it seeks to deliver. Is there a real-life event that inspired you to write the EP?
Thurane: From 2016 to 2020, I had a multitude of struggles including my mother-in-law's health struggles (she's still hanging in there!). As a part of multiple, challenging issues; I was driven to my knees in prayer, praise, worship, and submission to God. This is where the heart of authentic worship lies: our willingness to worship in ever deeper, meaningful ways when struggling with life's complications, issues, and failures. While not one specific real-life event inspired the EP, it was a multitude of issues that prompted me to complete and release the record.
PH: How did everything come together?
Thurane: It took a spotty, patchy mix of multiple: producers, engineers, studios, musicians, photographers, art designers, mastering engineers, 3 distributors, 2 publishers & a CD manufacturer to get this project out! A multitude of mishaps along the way...it was a miracle, if small, to get it completed and released. Now to finish the Worship Servant album...
PH: Which song do you like the best and why?
Thurane: "It's All Good (ATAGIY)", the opening track, is my personal favorite because the central theme of the song is inspired by Romans 8:28 and turns the oft-used "its all good" blow-off phrase often used on its head. Even bad is ultimately turned into good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose, hence, all things are good in Him (and to us) despite our misfortunes and failures.
PH: What is your creative vision as an artist?
Thurane: I am particularly inspired to bring the melodic sensibilities of music from the 1930s to the early 2000s and bridge them to current production & music styles of today. With that, I'd like to explore more minimalist approaches from just a voice with one guitar or piano accompaniment; to full-blown symphonic, theatrical orchestrations enhanced by banks of guitars. Along with that, lyrics express more unique ways to glorify God and inspire believers to worship Him in Spirit and in Truth.
PH: What is the one thing that you’d like your fans to know about you?
Thurane: I want them to know that despite my own sins, faults, hypocrisy, and contradictions—I really am a true believer in Jesus—and that they would be blessed by likewise following Him despite their own sins as well.
