I discovered this channel looking for slipknot content a year ago but stayed for your own personal playing style, positive attitude, and personality. As someone who has only been playing guitar for about 2 years, I came to the channel with little knowledge about gear at all and learned a lot. Even learned some tips for writing my own music, and how to use the gear I have effectively. Keep up the good work!
@ratt669
2 жыл бұрын
For that stupid fake smile as well.
@theshotgunscientists
2 жыл бұрын
I found your channel a good while before the Jim root video. I’m here because this channel is just awesome all around and your positivity is refreshing to see.
@xanderraymondcharles
2 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks so much Tyler
@Karlgolden
2 жыл бұрын
I felt exactly the same about myself with my GNR stuff and it’s 100% right decision even if it means less views to change direction. Do you bro 🔥🔥🤘🤘
@evenzeroescanbeheroes6875
2 жыл бұрын
There's always a catch to someone getting a big break. I'm sorry you had to go through that,man. I came for the guitar related content and I plan on staying for it. I'm happy to see where you're going. Keep up the great work,man.
@dexxfilm
2 жыл бұрын
Ray, I watched your videos before the Jim Root interview and you definitely have your own unique style man. Keep doing you, congrats on your success dude. You deserve it.
@jordansmith444
2 жыл бұрын
Because I wanna be different, I found you when you compared evh amps, because I was trying to decide whether I want the 6l6 or the el34 version. And ended loving that video so much, I bought them both. I didn’t know about the Jim root stuff until much better haha. Hope all is well!
@jconner3891
2 жыл бұрын
Have both too. Well the stealth and el34
@JNCGaming
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on being signed! 2022 is YOUR year!
@zacharymicah
2 жыл бұрын
Your enthusiasm is why I keep watching! Riffs and big grins on Ray's face are what it's all about!
@xanderraymondcharles
2 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks so much!
@zacharymicah
2 жыл бұрын
@@xanderraymondcharles You're welcome bro!
@jarrettpratt3289
2 жыл бұрын
I’m so happy your finally getting the recognition you deserve! I remember watching your videos when you only had 3k subs, I always knew your channel would grow fast.
@xanderraymondcharles
2 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for sticking with me the whole time. I really appreciate you!
@jeffleecust
2 жыл бұрын
I jumped on around 16k. Knew I picked a good wagon to get on.
@Ewright85
2 жыл бұрын
@@xanderraymondcharles hey brother. Giving a shout out to a fellow veteran. 11B in 2ID in Camp Casey and Camp Red Cloud South Korea. Love the content. Been following for quite a while now. Dealing with issues of my own you’ve been a huge inspiration and I also love your playing style. Even though I love Jim I’d definitely message you just to message you. We’re brothers in arms and in guitar. Stay positive and do you. You rock bro. Shout out from Texas
@Crescent_Audio
2 жыл бұрын
100% understand that sentiment, you love your idols and influences but you want to have your own identity. You don’t want to be forever known as “that dude who sounds like Jim Root”. You want to make a name for yourself while drawing inspiration from your heros. Props to you man, you’re definitely doing your own thing, I know I click when I see a video from you.
@dustynguilford7893
Жыл бұрын
Totally respectable man! Wanting to be and become an individual and be your own kind of artist and player is cool. There’s way too many people trying to be like someone else. The music world would be so much more rad if more people would try to find their own sound and their own style etc. I feel it bro! Keep on keeping on!
@RancidAmputation123
2 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to see what the future has in store for you Ray! You’re one of the best guitar youtubers and your endless positivity while making consistent, informative and interesting content is a breath of fresh air
@EJsGuitars
2 жыл бұрын
Clicked for the drama, stayed for the inspirational conversation! 😎👍🏼 Congratulations on the record deal!🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼
@PooNinja
2 жыл бұрын
Save the drama for ya llama
@EJsGuitars
2 жыл бұрын
@@PooNinja 😆
@bradhargis2261
Жыл бұрын
Makes total sense. As I moved up in life after highschool I found myself wanting signature guitar after signature guitar, the prs se paul allender, an se tremonti, an se mike mushok, schecter syn custom, the kieth merrow km7, they were so cool and unique, etc. Then I got in a small little cover band and started playing shows. I immediately lost taste in and sold all my signature guitars except my Mike mushok sig as that was a wedding gift from my wife. I got regular guitars and customized them to what I liked and regained a sense of self and a new love for the instrument.
@stuartmcshitz5758
2 жыл бұрын
You have got to be one of the nicest people I've seen on KZitem. I've got an acquaintance in the industry. We've emailed a handful of times over the past year. I don't talk about it because some people will ask you to get shit or do shit for them. Some people can be selfish. The times we've corresponded, it's always been about an artist or something guitar affiliated. I personally asked him for a favor, but it wasn't for me necessarily. It was about getting his product local. Long story.....lol I almost pulled a " Stay Metal Ray" and came close to saying too much....🤣 J/K Rock on brother!
@edwardsmith9801
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on all the success Ray !!! You deserve the hell out of it, love the show & can't wait too see what the future holds for you, glad I found your channel man!!! Your awesome , ignore any haters, Rock on!!!
@carpingdownsouth7082
2 жыл бұрын
I discovered you though your baritone playing and purchases. Not even a slip knot fan. But enjoy the content, you do you man !
@PuttinOnTheRiffs
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats bro!
@drakecampos4503
2 жыл бұрын
Dude I respect the hell out of your decision! You are damn good musician and you deserve to have you own legacy and brand! Keep it up!
@BigMurph45
Жыл бұрын
Xander you rock! Never thought you were a Jim Root clone or wantabe. Killer guitar channel. 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼
@xanderraymondcharles
Жыл бұрын
You’re the best
@JoeKyser
2 жыл бұрын
I feel like the sediment of being a signed artist is losing its grace these days. Especially with the way social media has carved out the space and made it the way it is.
@toddhahn3690
2 жыл бұрын
I wasn't a subscriber until long after any Jim Root interview that you've done. I discovered your channel by force of the algorithms lol. You just seem genuinely happy to be putting out content on KZitem, which is what basically drew me in. Congrats on your recent accomplishments and good luck man!
@alexradsby
2 жыл бұрын
I totally respect this dude. Do your thing and congratulations!
@thetrendkiller8444
2 жыл бұрын
I came around the start sometime, think you had less than 1k subscribers. Found ya looking at people play Revolution Is My Name. I wouldn't say you were/are a Jim Root guy man, but there definitely ain't no denying that you are a Wes Borland guy. Everything I've seen screams Wes. Whatever is fun for ya though man, keep enjoying yourself is the main thing and don't overthink sh#t. If you have to try or work to be a certain entity or image that you want to show, it's not real. Anyways, cheers bro!! Here's to 5 more years and a hell of a 2022!!
@DheadslayinG
2 жыл бұрын
BRO!! Congrats on the record deal Ray! Been seeing big things happen for you lately but this is the crème de le crème!
@xanderraymondcharles
2 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks so much. I’m doing my best!
@1thess523
2 жыл бұрын
I've never listened to Slipknot a d I don't even listen to the same type of music you play, I just found you as a gear channel and enjoyed your personality and content. I play skate and pop punk 👍
@sargetparrot
2 жыл бұрын
im one of them who found you through the jim root rig rundown. i mean yeah i loved that becuase im a giant gear nerd, but i appreciate your perspective on gear and your an inspiration on the guitar. big things ahead for you, looking foward to where you go from here.
@bryanb2852
2 жыл бұрын
I did not know you even did a Jim Root interview lol I subbed because I just like the channel
@manhattanmike6959
2 жыл бұрын
Do you Ray. You don't owe me an explanation. Love the channel
@MikeYeary
2 жыл бұрын
I personally never saw that interview, probably because I'm not a big Slipknot fan, but I can totally understand not wanting to stand in someone else's shadow. I'm just here for your great attitude, and playing!
@someoneyoudontknow3257
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the record deal man!
@dartthewarrior
2 жыл бұрын
I found you from “the” video, but stayed for that true, full Ray experience! Stay safe dude!!
@heatherbari1766
2 жыл бұрын
Stay being you, that is what I like about your videos, and you have taught me a lot.
@Blep42O
Жыл бұрын
This was all news to me but I haven’t seen your old videos so you keep doing you.
@JaFoste_Studio
2 жыл бұрын
I'm here because of your positive attitude...like you've ALWAYS got a smile on your face. Congrats on the label signing!
@Vvaughensahnoun
2 жыл бұрын
Good luck Mr Ray I love your content here on youtube
@JahmezFox
2 жыл бұрын
I found this channel when you did the tone comparison between the Squier and Fender Jim Root telecaster but I stayed for all the awesome content, so fuckin shit that people just tried to use you to get to Jim
@Merjia
2 жыл бұрын
Ray, gotta tell you, my headphones fall off every time I watch one of your videos because the inro makes me bang my head that hard. Felt this was the right time to tell you, keep on kicking ass bro! \m/
@thelos76
2 жыл бұрын
Love the channel, been watching for a few years. Congratulations on your success!!! “Lata!”
@xanderraymondcharles
2 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks so much!
@captpootis8495
2 жыл бұрын
Whatchu do is whatchu do, I stay here because I’m here to see what you do. If it makes you happy man then do it. No one deserves to feel trapped in a cage. Be blessed man 👌
@telecasteroil
2 жыл бұрын
Glad Yur Signed , best of luck .... You do you and all others should be Themselves!!!! Great Video Ray can't wait for the Solar stuff too !
@sublyme2157
2 жыл бұрын
That's funny, I actually found your channel a couple weeks ago, it was your "Do I regret buying a Les Paul" video. Sorry to hear about all that Jim Root drama! Slipknot was cool twenty years ago when I was young (Duality and Vermilion Pt2 were my jams!), but things change as you get older :) Congrats on the record deal, and best of luck man!
@Reaper13137
2 жыл бұрын
Well done 👍 my rule of thumb is that if I don't touch a peice of gear for a year I will sell it. F the haters! Never sell your soul for some extra veiws!
@impossivel2006
2 жыл бұрын
You did an interview with Jim Root? That's cool man.
@brandynosborn3374
2 жыл бұрын
Damn man, I guess I didn't really even notice. like, I didn't come here for just purely Slipknot content. I found a best bud, someone who shares his passion and his drive to create and evolve into the artist we all know you can be! To me, just being a part of your story by witnessing all you've created that's special man! You are like a KZitem Brother to me and I'm sure many others! Always refreshing to see someone giving it their all and staying humble an honest through it all. I keep coming back for the same reason, to see what the bro Ray is throwing down! Keep grinding man! 5 years has felt like just the start! :)
@ElJuanSolo
2 жыл бұрын
I dig it. It was becoming to some a Jim Root fanboy kinda thing. It’s cool to enjoy his playing but in the end it’s always best to be yourself. Good luck on your music…
@jonathanwapner6262
2 жыл бұрын
I regret selling my white JR Strat. I needed the money. That guitar was so great though. I just assumed I'd be able to get another one, but they stopped making them, and white ones are impossible to find.
@thorpenator9148
2 жыл бұрын
Love the big block inlays on that guitar.
@darielsshadow4264
2 жыл бұрын
Respect bro frfr u killin it.
@circlesofficialmusic
2 жыл бұрын
I don’t put you in a bucket with anyone from Slipknot or any other band. You are who you are & I respect you for that.
@chrisreed3593
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on your record deal bro! Been a fan for years and not just for the slipknot stuff! Your gear reviews helped me in a ton of ways and I look forward to all the new stuff your doing and can’t wait for new content! From one veteran to another hoah!
@roosterj2599
2 жыл бұрын
Ray. I respect where your coming from. I never saw you as a Jim Root clone or fan boy. Just good ol Ray. I'm very proud of you and happy for your success. I knew you would make it. You have what it takes and some to spare. God speed Ray and Stay Metal🤘🤘🤘
@jayrific
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats Ray
@slipvayneknot
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations brother! That’s awesome!
@alexskibicki2262
2 жыл бұрын
I understand what you’re going through. I at one point went through a phase where I wanted to buy and try out different basses and and guitars. And after years of trying different Models of instruments, I’ve decided to stick with models I truly like. As for wanting to your thing, I’m all for that, I’m all for that. I’ve played for a number of different bands over the years and while serving as a member of these bands, I’ve formed side-projects to create my own music. And now I play in my own band. Anywho, when it comes to owning instruments, as long as it has a sentimental value to you, that’s all it matters.
@noeramirez7575
2 жыл бұрын
I’ll be interested to see what guitars you mostly play now! Also, I started to use that philosophy for myself and started getting rid of guitars that I don’t play anymore. I had an acoustic that was just collecting dust and I thought it was dumb to keep it just in case I wanted to play it but I rarely ever did since getting it. So I’m currently selling it and using some of the money to fund guitars that I actually will play.
@rangerc310
2 жыл бұрын
Love that you are becoming you as a artist.
@grimmfm6239
2 жыл бұрын
You are like my spirit animal. I have written my whole life, and playing music for a living is a dream. And I am happy to see you get to do it, enjoy every minute bro. I first found you through a thumbnail or something saying military vet guitar player or something like that. Followed right away before hearing a lick. You are very good bro, the album riffs sound just so good so clean. You got me going…hmm I might go check out a baritone guitar. And as far as Slipknot I never really dug them myself and never even saw that video yet. I never was a cover guy myself I like writing.
@jasons.3921
2 жыл бұрын
It was just a matter of time for you to figure this out. I for one am very happy for you Ray. I wish you nothing but success and happiness in your future endeavors. Also, looking forward to hearing what ya got cooking. Cheers my young brother!
@martink.9466
2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see a passionate man chasing his dreams and living it! You are great! Keep going!
@Emoboijeffrey
2 жыл бұрын
I found your channel via your mark v 25 unboxing. It’s been a fun ride watching you grow 👏
@toastynotez
2 жыл бұрын
Just because he's your influence doesn't mean you live under his shadow bro. You are doing you, and a great job at it. Smart move setting the expectation. Mad respect. I stayed because you enjoy and love playing the guitar. Everything else was circumstantial!
@ScreaminT81
2 жыл бұрын
RAY, but I need you to message Jim for me!!! NOW. Ha no I’m kidding. I found you with the whole Dean/Gibson debacle a couple years ago. Following you on here and on IG since then. I love the content and your growth in the YT realm has been extremely inspiring to myself as a vocalist. Seeing you being picked up as an artist with some amazing companies is proof that if you work hard you can get to where you wanna be. You’re an infectious human being and I’m glad you’re kicking ass my friend. Cheers, and hey… STAY METAL RAY 🤣🤣🤘🏻🤘🏻
@ABoyd1852
2 жыл бұрын
You do you Ray. Good for you.
@charlesholland6851
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the signing! And I feel ya on everything you said in this video.
@IndependenceGuitar
2 жыл бұрын
Nope, found this channel from the “Bleed” cover back in like 2018 when you looked like you were 15 with your clean shaven mug 😆. Congrats on the success, you earned it.
@rodreyes8436
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats dude. Looking forward to seeing how the year unfolds. I think it’s good to grow as a musician and a person, I’m wishing you well on this all!!
@Mofokkachris
2 жыл бұрын
I was directed to your channel by Ola. Can't remember why, but I've always kinda just classified you in the realm of gear junky metalheads. Never once thought of you as a Knock off JR.
@PooNinja
2 жыл бұрын
I got no Roots -Alice Merton I got one Root - Stay Metal Ray
@phillippitts6294
2 жыл бұрын
That’s basically hilarious
@billyhollister6060
2 жыл бұрын
So Ray you made the grade your a recording artist signed kudos my virtual buddy well bloody done
@ledthrax
2 жыл бұрын
I was introduced to your channel because of the Jim Root interview, but I quickly went down the rabbit hole of the rest of your channel. I could tell that you were your own artist from videos way before the interview. You definitely have your own signature sound and things you are known for so I completely understand moving away from other artist’s signature gear. Will i still chat with you about Slipknot, JR, and other cool stuff like we have done when I got to hang at shows with you? Hell yes, but that’s because we are both big fans of those things, not because you are link to som other artist. That’s complete crap that people were pulling that. You keep doing you Ray and a lot of us will be along for the ride!,
@maxcady5287
2 жыл бұрын
That's all right. I remember when i was crazy about Mark Tremonti guitars and so, i used to have 3 of his usa signatures... with time and hours of guitar like you, evolving i realised i needed something different. Flatter radious, higher frets, floyd and though i keep the lp scale. I sold them all, but thanks to those now i know what suits me better. Great video!!
@naruto199797
2 жыл бұрын
I understand you wanting to divert away from being the slipknot guitar guy and being more of a individual I'm looking forward to seeing where you go next as far as content and your band stuff
@themog4911
2 жыл бұрын
Good for you Ray and good luck 🤘🏻
@metalfreak4791
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on getting signed!!!! Can't wait to hear your band jam and when you start touring, please come to San Antonio , Texas!! \m/
@nacktheslayer9882
2 жыл бұрын
keep doing your thing man. i found you like a year before that jim root interview with those metallica gear videos you did
Actually, I found you because of the EVH amp comparisons lol. Ended up getting a 6l6 2x12 combo. It’s rad you’re looking to be your own person, have fun man!
@Leo_Safko
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats Ray!!🤟
@jeffalfred5785
2 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to see what greatness the future brings for you. Enjoy the ride and ...STAY HUMBLE!
@Matt_Nor
2 жыл бұрын
To be fair, if i ever get my hands on a JR Squier Tele my dream would come true. My goal is to own a 24.75 for old school standard E stuff (because it is fun) A 25.5 for versatility (and fun) 26.5 because it sounds cool and fun, and Mark from Suicide Silence got it in 2012 and i just thought it sounded way fucking to have a semi baritone guitar. I guess Semi baritone is the middle ground where you get the best of both worlds 27 because Architects & Doomsday's here I just personally think JR's guitars are aesthetically pleasing, and i love the traditional / old school shapes like the ones he has. The only shape i have yet to fall in love with is the Les Paul / Eclipse.
@chugmarks
2 жыл бұрын
That whole "If it doesn't play, it doesn't stay" is good. I have a brand new Solar AB1.7 that I LOVE...but it's just doing mixing with me. I don't know what it is and I'm sad to think I have to let it go hahah
@mg8224
2 жыл бұрын
Hey man, can you ask Jim what kind of hair products he use?
@broncoxy
2 жыл бұрын
I don't know when or how I found you, but since I did I follow this channel and watch the videos that I'm interested in, because I just think that you're a genuine and cool dude and its honestly so nice to see you achieving your dreams and goals with all thats happening. Always had the feeling that you were the kind of person that really wants to do stuff his way and who doesn't give too much about what other people think about it; if you like it, you'll do it and I like that and can absolutely understand what you're talking about. You're not 'the guy with Jim Root', you're Ray and its good to see that you know that aswell. Am excited for what is about to come, the way you're sounding telling that ' this'll be your year' really makes one curious for what kind of treats you got for us in your pockets ^^
@SalviArtzSalvadorM
2 жыл бұрын
hell yea bro congrats
@elus1ve0ne64
2 жыл бұрын
Hey man, Congrats on the record deal brotha !! It’s awesome to see that the dream is still possible. You’re an inspiration 👊 😎
@viking7937
2 жыл бұрын
Very happy you are pursuing your own path. Congrats on the record deal!
@TheHouseOfMasks
2 жыл бұрын
NO SLIPKNOT?! UNSUB 😡
@TheHouseOfMasks
2 жыл бұрын
Jk, love you buddy. Proud of you.
@xanderraymondcharles
2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately that is the logic of many people
@gytrplr
2 жыл бұрын
The interview with Jim was great because you both turned into huge guitar nerds but only hang around to hear how you grow. Can’t wait for the Tunes peace
@tatocta
2 жыл бұрын
Since you metioned it, what happened to that Slipknot Tribute Metal Band you were in?
@sillyness3456
2 жыл бұрын
That interview was cool, but I honestly enjoy your show VLOGs the most, because they remind me of how I used to play shows... My last show is closing in on being four years ago...
@lbonvillain-wm4ds
Жыл бұрын
Mick Thomson is definitely slept on
@Sean_Plays_Guitar
2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on all the success man!
@schneibgamer1
2 жыл бұрын
Man that white Jim root is my favorite, I love the rugged look of it
@joeformayor
2 жыл бұрын
Ray I’ve said it again. You my friend are your own artist and creator. I’ve never once saw you as a Jim Root copy. Personally I have only liked two of Slipknot’s songs. It’s nothing against them it’s just not my cup of tea. I found you when I was researching Schecter C1 guitars and you did a video comparing your Evil Twin vs a buddy’s C1 Apocalypse. From that moment on I respected your content and have been hooked. I personally haven’t seen the interview with you or Jim. Anyway congratulations on the signing!!! I can’t wait to see what new ideas you come up with. I look forward to see you here in my hometown Memphis in April. Again congrats on everything!!!! Well deserved.
@SteveHatzman
2 жыл бұрын
Only problem with getting rid of guitars Ray is one day you might be like me and wish you had them back. A lot of guitarists I know wish they had all of the gear that they’ve sold over the years. Just my 2 cents. Cool man.
@MrJingles021
2 жыл бұрын
I found you through the Jim Root video, and the time you were featured on SWOLA. But I quickly saw you as a fellow single cut fan who plays metal.
@Terry3Gs
2 жыл бұрын
Totally understand your points & yeah being the end all for mr. root would be a big PITA when probly most of the stuff is a google search away. And on the record deal ... congrats ray !! Well earned/deserved. :)
@Swiftnl
2 жыл бұрын
Ray I have always enjoyed your content and to be honest the interview was off topic for what you do. I personally enjoy getting geeky and drewl on gear as a hobby gitarist and your content fits the gitarist life. Stay strong and chugg on ✌️
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