The Rays

Malboro lights, dance floor fights, and every member with a different story. Intermarriage of it’s own uncle, sister, brother and son has allowed the city of Lincoln to let slip …theRAYS. A story of five guys united by a common vision- a vision so common it wears burbury scarves and drives lowered fluorescently lit Corsa’s. A musical journey where nobody packed any travel sweets. Just JD. It is a saga of triumphs, tantrums and tamabourines. More than just a cheesy musical cliché: the influences, the mix of the mutual and the personal, the concentration of these factors that goes into the creation of every well crafted tune and lyric that they produce. Something with which they knock all in front of them out of the way and leave in their wake the feeling that you really have just been hit by something significant.
The buzz built up at countless gigs created slavish demand to take their music out of the venues and keep it. The result was two recordings in 2005 and 2006. An album and EP. Newly noticed by the local radio and national radio, and with a vibe that grabs your attention in a way that even professional broadcasters can’t ignore, the band were big enough to draw the attention of promoters who felt they had the repertoire, scope and drive to support dirty pretty things and showcase Gibson to which they did to huge acclaim.
This they have done but more is to offer. With personal musical tastes ranging from Zeppelin to Kraftwerk, Beatles to Gershwin, theRAYS continue to write, record, practice, drink, and argue as much as they’ve ever done.
LATEST NEWSbr
14/12/07 THANKYOU AND GOODNIGHT
Tis true. We've decided to call it a day. We've had some quality times over the last two years. Most of them have been down to the people who have supported us through thick and thin. Special thanks go out to those who have followed us everywhere. You know who you are! A big thanks for the comments we've received in person and over the net. Much appreciated.
I'm sure you will see us in various guises during the next year so keep a look out.
We'll be playing 1 more gig. The Mezz Bar on the 22nd. Get down there! should be a good night with some other quality bands!
Thanks again. Love your work.
theRAYS x
30/08/07 THERAYS ON MOBILE ACT FOR CHANNEL 4. GET YOURSELF ON THE TELLY
theRAYS will be playing at the leadmill. The band will be performing 1 song from the Blue EP to be shown at a later date on T4. It's an evening show (doors open at 17:45). Tickets for the event are FREE! And are available through this link HERE .Tickets are in short supply so bag yourself a free ticket now and get on the telly!!!
28/08/07 THERAYS ON MOBILE ACT FOR CHANNEL 4
We're through to the next round! A massive thank you to all who voted for us. We'll be appearing at The Leadmill this Sunday to perform a single track from our EP which will be recorded and shown at a later date on T4. Come back soon for more updates.
06/08/07 THERAYS ON MOBILE ACT FOR CHANNEL 4
Once again, we need your time and a bit of effort. Click HERE to support us and help further the cause! You will need to sign in (don't worry, it only takes about 30 seconds) and then find us. You will need to go to "BANDS HUB PAGE" in the menu, SEARCH BANDS A - Z. Search under T then go to page 12. If you have trouble finding us as it's not the most user friendly of sites, then click HERE . There are a few exclusive videos up there too! On the 13/08/07 , voting begins to find the winner. Do your little bit and you'll be helping us out loads!
thanks again x
13/07/07 THE RAYS LIVE IN SESSION ON THE FRIDAY NIGHT MIX
theRAYS talk to Peter Duff at radio Lincolnshire. Hear some of the live acoustic tracks performed by clicking HERE
20/05/07 ECONOMICS VIDEO
The video for Economics has been shot and is currently in the editing process with Tim Andrews. Big thanks to both Tim and Neil for all their hard work and patience. Keep checking back as this is where it's going to be aired!!
14/05/07 GLASTONBURY
Big thanks to everyone who voted for us to go to Glastonbury this year. We got a great response from people all over the country. Our music will now represent the region with 3 other bands. 24 bands will be selected out of 100 nationwide, to play on the BBC's unsigned "one's to watch" stage at Glastonbury. Watch this space....
22/03/07 XLTRAX.COM
theRAYS have recently been played on the internet radio station xltrax.com with DJ Spice. check HERE to find out more info.
22/02/07 POPWORLD
As if putting up with having your ears bashed with loud, live music and your money stolen in exchange for another stripey CD wasn't enough, we now want you to acknowledge our existance on the popworld website! What can we say? We're never satisfied!Go HERE and seek us out . Do your thing for the future of music-kind.
19/02/07 PLAY MAGAZINE
The "Up and Coming" section of the December issue of 'Play' magazine had this to say:
'Hanging out with "The Killers" and supporting the "Dirty Pretty Things", it seems like Lincoln-based band, "theRAYS" are the biggest unsigned band around. It won't be long. It can't be!
Three months after entering the studio in Late 2004 to record a three track solo EP, front man Andy McEwan left with an eleven track album and a full band. Since then, "theRAYS" have done a string a very impressive gigs. Among their latest conquests, not only have they showcased for Gibson at the Hard Rock Cafe in London but have played at the most prestigious unsigned event in the world: Manchester's 'In The City'.
With a new EP out before the end of 2006 and a full frontal gig schedule, things are looking bright for theRAYS'
22/01/07 RECORDING
Recording of the new EP is nearly complete. After listening to the first mix the band are looking to head back into dB studios to make a few alterations before sending it to print. As soon as it's ready, there'll be a track uploaded so keep checking back!
13/01/07 COLUMBIA RECORDS
Short notice but hey thats how it goes. Columbia Records visit Lincoln on Tuesday at Christophers and theRAYS are playing for them. This gig is the result of a lot of work by local promoters to get probably the top 4 bands in Lincoln together in the same place on the same night. Our personal friends Lipstick Entourage will be showcasing too. Please make it down there if you can and see all the bands.