Ray Boyland

Loose Chain Band

Small Talk

Ray Boyland & The BoylandPoint Band

This CD will capture the listener's ear who appreciates that old school, funk, jazz groove that encompasses the spirit of the "night beat" on the streets of Memphis.

Great music don’t just happen . . . it’s created.

Captivating audiences with the sound of great music is Ray Boyland’s calling card. Whether playing to a sold out, standing room only

This CD will capture the listener's ear who appreciates that old school, funk, jazz groove that encompasses the spirit of the "night beat" on the streets of Memphis.

Great music don’t just happen . . . it’s created.

Captivating audiences with the sound of great music is Ray Boyland’s calling card. Whether playing to a sold out, standing room only crowd or beautiful guests at a private event, Ray displays an awesome passion for music. Saxophonist, Singer, Songwriter; Ray a native of Memphis, TN follows in the footsteps of his late father who as a guitarist and harmonica player had a serious passion for the blues.

Having been called one of Atlanta’s best kept secrets, Ray is an artist seeking to redefine the term, “Inspirational Jazz”.

The well-touted Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. – known for producing great musical talents as Quincy Jones, Diana Krall, Branford Marsalis, and Mindy Abair – helped to shape Ray’s musical career.

Ray has recorded with some of Gospel music’s most accomplished recording artist. He has opened for Al Green, Jerry Butler, Karen Clark-Sheard and many others. Ray has also shared his talents on several great musical plays as “Mama Don’t” by playwright Michael Matthews and “Woman Thou Art Loosed” written by Bishop TD Jakes and produced by Tyler Perry.

November 2000, “Because of You,” Ray’s debut CD hit Store shelves and soon became the best distributed jazz CD in it’s category for Red Eye Distribution in a 12 month period. The CD features soulful renditions of gospel classics “Oh Happy Day” and “Amazing Grace.” The CD’s title track,“Because of You” features Ray’s sultry vocals and a soul touching saxophone solo on this beautiful ballad. It catapulted to the number 6 spot on Dr. Bobby Jones’ Top 20 Count Down list on his weekly syndicated radio show, “The Light.”

In 2004, after great success with his debut CD, Ray released”Reflections” his sophomore recording. The CD, which features mostly originals, shows a more contemporary side of Ray’s style and feel for Inspirational Jazz and has captured an international audience.

Ray’s band, The BoylandPoint just completed its first CD. “Small Talk.” Ray along with five of the most talented musicians in the ATL, takes us back to the days of Funk and Fusion with a twist of old school jazz. Spice, Diversity and an intense pull to be different defines this body of works. This is a keeper!

Be sure to check out this talented Saxophonist along with the hottest band in HotLanta, The BoylandPoint. Website: www.myspace.com/boylandpoint and www.BoylandPoint.com.

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