Montgomery, Alabama — The city is wrapped in quiet sorrow after the news that Rayburn “Big Bruh” Anderson, a beloved local artist and one of the founding members of the hip-hop group Deuce Komradz, has died. Friends, family, and fans are remembering him not just for his music, but for the warmth, generosity, and energy he brought into every room.
Anderson was a familiar name in Montgomery’s music scene. From the streets of his hometown to the stages where he performed, his voice and presence were part of the soundtrack of a community that held him close. He helped form Deuce Komradz with childhood friends, including Corey Le’Andre Belser, building a group that carried their stories and spirit into every beat and lyric.
Born and raised in Montgomery, Big Bruh found his rhythm early. At Sidney Lanier High School he wasn’t just a student — he was a friend, a creative presence, and someone people naturally gravitated toward. It was here that the bonds which would lead to Deuce Komradz first took shape, in hallways, rehearsals, and shared dreams of music that felt honest and real.
His rise with Deuce Komradz wasn’t meteoric, but it was genuine. Local shows, late nights crafting verses, and that feeling of seeing something you built grow its own wings — that’s what those closest to him talk about. For many in Montgomery, watching the group perform was watching friends from the neighborhood take flight, carrying the pride and stories of the people who knew them first.
Beyond the music, those who loved Big Bruh talk about the man behind the mic. He was a dedicated mentor to younger artists, always ready to offer advice or a listening ear. Friends say his laugh was loud, his generosity effortless, and his presence a comfort — the kind of person whose absence leaves a real space in the day-to-day lives of others.
One friend shared memories that spanned decades — from playing in a Y-league basketball team in Cleveland Court back in 1988 to supporting one another through the ups and downs of life. That kind of bond, they said, was the true testament to who Big Bruh was: loyal, caring, and deeply invested in the people around him.
Montgomery is remembering Rayburn Anderson not for how he left, but for how he lived — with passion, openness, and a genuine love for his craft and his community. His music, his stories, and the echoes of his laughter will linger in the streets and stages of the city he called home.
