Raye

Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, home to what many entertainment circles admit is a rich, untapped musical goldmine, comes the latest in a long line of entertainers. Raye! North Carolina has produced a long and rich roster of top tier musicians such as: Fantasia Barrino American Idol winner, George Clinton funk musician. Born in Kannapolis, John Coltrane jazz musician, Sammy Davis Sr., Roberta Flack Grammy-winning singer who wrote "Killing Me Softly with His Song", Luther Vandross R&B singer, Anthony Hamilton - R&B singer. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, and Jodeci R&B group among others. Born Rachaun Reid in Charoltte's west end of town, he began to work on his musical talent at his childhood church. His love of music branched out and became more expressive as he joined the marching band at one of Charlotte's most famous and historically black high schools. He realized at the age of 14 that he also had a vocal talent that he wanted to share with the world. So he spent the next 7 years developing his vocal and writing abilities. At 21 he began to professionally record and write in and for various artists and groups. But now has come the time for Raye to stand on his own and present HIS gift to the world. He is ready to carry the torch in the long line of successful R&B artists hailing from North Carolina! Get ready!