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Ray Johnson
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To see Ray Johnson and Blue Collar live, check the "Live Events" tab on my music page, or the Times of Acadiana for a date and venue
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Welcome to my plot of cyberspace. I've been recording in my home studio for the last few years and here is some of what I've come up with. Mostly a lot of Blues-influenced music that's been simmering in me for the last few decades. Beginning in mid 2004, I've also began playing live again. A solo gig here and there and with "The Ray Johnson Band" a 4-pc band playing a lot of heavier blues. Check us out when you're in the area. Band website is http://www.rayjohnsonband.com/index.cfm FOR BOOKINGS CALL (337) 962-8737 (Ray)
Why this name?
Boxcar and Blind Dog were taken
Do you play live?
Yes. Ray Johnson and Blue Collar has been playing in the Lafayette area for the last few months. We're now a 4-piece band doing Heavy Blues, a little jazz, and some rock music. Check us out when you're in the area. Click the "Live Events" tab at the upper right of this page for venues and dates. FOR BOOKINGS call (337) 962-8737 (Ray)
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
As someone who is unsigned and not actively seeking a recording contract, it gives people a chance to hear my music that otherwise would have never been able to before the internet(or mp3). You see, everyone's a winner!
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
I'm trying to wait until I'm deep into my 50's before I make such a committment. I'm fighting off the record companies every day.
Band History:
Played in a series of bands spanning many genres when I was younger. Everything from rock to zydeco and almost everything in between. Have always liked blues and all of my music is heavily influenced by blues regardless of which genre they technically fall into. I've been recording solo for 4 years now. I play all instuments and do all vocals unless otherwise indicated.
Your influences?
Carlos Santana (the early years), Gregg Allman, SRV, Hendrix, John Lee Hooker, The Beatles, Dr John, STP (the early years), Everlast
Equipment used:
Yamaha MD8 8 track recorder, 2 Alesis nanoverbs, RNC compressor, POD, Art tube mic pre, American Deluxe Strat,Squire Strat, Peavey Foundation Bass, Yamaha PSR 225GM keyboard, Alesis SR-16 (drums), Hohner 3-row Accordion, 2 egg shakers, Rode NT1 condensor mic, and a cheap accoustic guitar.
Anything else...?
Thanks for listening