Ray West was the lead singer in the NYC band Spread Eagle who were signed to MCA/Universal. Their self-titled debut album included hard rock classics "Switchblade Serenade," "Scratch Like A Cat," and "Broken City" which quickly gained the band worldwide acclaim propelling them to the forefront of the genre. They released and toured with their second album Open To The Public which included "Revolution Maker," "Devil’s Road," and the beautiful ballad "Faith." Due to changes in the music climate and lack of record company promotion for Open To The Public, the band dissolved.
Ray eventually moved back to Florida and reassessed his life. While personally regrouping and always singing, he subsequently formed a musical partnership with producer Miguel Gonzalez and has completed his debut solo album with Gonzalez producing, which is due to be released Fall, 2009.
For most of his career Ray has shared his gift by teaching voice, which he had started doing during his Spread Eagle days. He has created two rock courses "Grit to Aggression" and "Melody to Madness" helping students learn his unique vocal style.
Ray has finished recording his new album with his band APW aka All Points West with producer Miguel “Nino” Gonzalez. The album will be released Fall, 2009. The track 'Novacaine' was heard on USA’s new TV series “Burn Notice” and will be heard on FX's "Sons of Anarchy" this coming Nov 10, 2009, The track will also be in a new indie movie "Paper Man" and "Hypothermia" is featured in the new BRAAP film, "Narly 9." Additionally, "Crash," "Got my Gun," and "No State of Grace" are going to be featured in the new "Crusty Demons" film.
For news and updated information please visit the Official Ray West website: www.myspace.com/RayWestOfficial
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Just dropping you love on your page! Hey My boys band got signed!! Whoo Hooo Playing in NYC Sept 26th @ Club 41, Hope you can make it! The Saints of Pain!!
Hey Ray have a great show tonight, wish I could make it down but I have my daughter. Still cranking up the new cd in my car, I love it! Hope to see you soon!
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