Ron Ely
Ron Ely is a performing songwriter in Southern California.....not to be confused with the actor who uses the same name! That actor's real name is Ronald Pierce, who starred as Tarzan, Doc Savage, and hosted the Miss America pageant. The
"Real Ron Ely" is performing original and cover songs in the Americana genre at Southern California venues.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Recently returned to performing after a long time of being virtually out of music completely.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Yes....love it!
Your musical influences
Bob Dylan, John Prine, Leo Kottke, Paul Simon, Elvis, Donovan, Beatles, Steve Seskin, Stones, James Taylor, Van Morrison, Hank Williams, Waylon Jennings, Dierks Bentley, Garrison White, John Denver, Kenny Loggins, CSN&Y, Gordon Lightfoot, John Fogerty, Dan Fogelberg, Hal Ketchem, J.R. Robertson
What equipment do you use?
D-35 Martin
