Mr Ray

by David , April 16 2008 in: audio, news

This week I had the great pleasure of recording an old friend, Ray Connell. His act is mind blowing: he plays acoustic guitar, he sings, and he beatboxes. All at the same time.

Ray laid down six tracks as casually as you or I make a cup of coffee, which you can listen to here.

This guy is seriously talented. His demo was recorded live, but I pulled him back in to lay down separates. In the coming weeks I’m going to be working on some produced-up versions of some of his songs, but it presents a real dilemma.

You see, Ray is smoking hot live - that’s where he lives. So I find myself reluctant to add anything that can’t be reproduced in a live situation. But on the other hand, Ray’s songs have integrity outside of his method of delivery.

Watch this space.

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2 Comments for “Mr Ray”

  1. Beebeegee says:
    16 April 2008 , 3:26 pm

    Hear Hear!!!

    Awesome job guys! Raymond is a genius and one in a billion! I totally understand your dilemma Dave, but I know you can do amazing thins to music!

    I’m eagerly awaiting the next tracks!

  2. Horse says:
    29 April 2008 , 9:08 am

    Ray my main man!
    It’s horse here… this demo is frikken sweet my boy!
    Remember the times at the pub with Mr Van Niekerk and you ripping it up… too sick!
    Keep it real brother man!
    AHOY!

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