Ron Gragg
Praise and worship of Jesus Christ in an Eclectic blend of acoustic and electric guitars. The words are from The Word and my Christian testimony of the struggle
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Hearts Right (The Light on the Horizon)
Progressive Rock instrumental with an old scool heavy Rock feel.
Thus Spoke The Jester (Progressive)
This is a progressive acoustic rock song using (at times) aggressive and passive, percussive acoustic guitar playing style with a non-standard tuning.
Rock WIP
Noodling around with a bum arm; I recorded this because I was itching to let loose after being confined because of successive shoulder surgeries earlier this year.
Acoustic Project# 1
An acoustic sketch using three Alvarez acoustic guitars. Six string, 12 string and acoustic Bass
Fools (Instrumental)
An acoustic rock instrumental with many influences. Ovation Acoustic/Electric Guitar: Ron Gragg Dean EVO Lead Guitar: Ron Gragg DeArmond M-70 Rhythm Guitars: Ron Gragg Dean EAB Bass: Ron Gragg Tama Drums: Ron Gragg
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Why do we do what we do, or believe what we believe? Some judge the materialistic as all there is. But, where does the beautiful painting of artistic expression in canvas, word, music and thought come from? From where do we derive altruistic love and feeling for one another? The materialistic explanations fall short of elucidation, let alone understanding of the incorporeal and/or supernatural aspects of our lives. So much so that the inadequate reasoning of the materialists become illogical and incomprehensible.
So, why the opposing worldviews? If you believe the material world is the only answer, I would ask that you open your mind to the possibility of your own self imposed limitations. Does the well rounded mind limit itself? Where then does growth come from?
In my personal life, I have found music can be a healing balm, a positive motivator and a conduit to profound worship. The music my Lord has given me to play and minister with, are in conjunction with my testimony, my lifes story, and the gifts He has given me.
Along with studies for a Masters Degree in Christian Apologetics and Polemics, I am also completing studies for a Masters degree in Theology as well. Again, I feel that you never quit learning, nor are we supposed to. You become stagnant if you remain static!
Thanks and God Bless
RonBand/artist history
Phonex II: 1974-75 West Coast
Cut Company: 1976-77 West Coast
Paradox: 1979-1982 Germany/Western Europe
Pentecost 1984-85
New Covenant: 1989-93
Various Praise and Worship Bands and other music ministries as they presented them selves: 1995 through Present.
Praise and Worship Leader Narrow Path Prison Ministries: 2007Have you performed in front of an audience?I have lead praise and worship in a prison setting, I play and testify at Church events, Revivals, Christian Coffee Shops, and with friends. Special moments would include any time I get to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and my testimony with anyone.
Your musical influences
Phil Keaggy, Petra, Keith Green, Paul Baloche, River, Matt Redman, Mark Farner, Mercy Me, and many more. I love (And love to play) Rock (all kinds) Jazz (My own style) Latin and western percussive styles. Overall I'm not tied down to any style of music, and would jam with anyone. I only limit the lyrical content with which I write. I'm a Born Again Christian, and Words are important to the Lord!What equipment do you use?
Fender, Ovation,and Alverez Guitars (with Elixir Strings.. These are the best!!) Boss and Korg effects, Roland Drums, Tama Drums (With Zildjan cymbals and Remo Heads) LP and Pearl percussion, Remo Roto-Toms, and home made percussive devices. Boss 486 multi track recorder, Audacity and Roxio softwareAnything else?
My faith in God through Jesus, my Rock and My Salvation.READ MORE
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Comments (111)
Unique production. There are some rough spots that could be cleaned up. Try reworking it for better production value. The guitar work is excellence.
Retro rock instrumental at its 70's best, love the theming and the drums are great.
Lovely tune, very nicely arranged.
Hayley
Ron, I'm diggin this tune! It has a cool, nastalgic vibe to it! It might sound funny to say this, but it kind of reminds me of an old Three Dog Night tune. Not one in particular just the way the back up band rocked. They had great back up band to the singers and did a couple great instrumentals. This song takes me back and reminds me of them! Keep up the good work!
Todd
Nice tune ,very good production.smooth with a lot of feeling...Tom King