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Joey Ferris
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Melbourne, FL -
Singing Guitarist
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2 Verified Bookings
Doug R. said “Great Job! He made our special day 10x better!”
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Overview
I perform classic favorites from the 60's - 80's plus a few current songs. Eagles, Beatles, Elton John, Jimmy Buffet, etc. 40+ years experience. I provide a professional sound system, tailored to each venue.
10 Reviews
Tasha M. •
March 22, 2021
We really enjoyed have Ricky play for us! He was on time, played amazing music and was just a lot of fun!
We will definitely book again with him in the future!
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ricky T:
Thank you for having me perform at your event. Your family and friends were fun-loving folks. It was a blast! Happy birthday wishes to Jeff.
Photos from this event
Amy L. R. •
October 12, 2020
I may be biased since he’s my dad, but people of all ages enjoy his music. I wish he had passed his musical talent down to me, but at least he can share it with people on the Space Coast!
Hired as:
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Guitarist, Singing Guitarist
Response from Ricky T:
Thanks Amy. You've done well in life. Raising a beautiful family and enjoying life for what it is.
Barbara S. •
October 8, 2020
Rick does a great variety of music, and his great personality is infectious! I’m an Event Planner and have hired Rick at all my outdoor events!
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ricky T:
Thank you, Barbara. It's always a pleasure performing at your events.
Carmine V. •
October 3, 2020
I enjoy listening to Rick play his guitar, singing a wide range of songs. When I hear him singing the classics from my younger days, it brings me back to a special time in my life that I wish I can get back to.
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ricky T:
Thank you Carmine for the kind words. I thoroughly enjoy performing the classic songs that we all love.
Heather T. •
October 2, 2020
We have had Ricky T at Billies on the Beach several times , everyone looks forward to the man under the tree singing.He sings a great variety off songs for all ages and is great at getting the crowd going .would recommend Ricky T 🎤 🎸 👌
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ricky T:
Thank you, Heather. I look forward to my next engagement at Billie's. It's always fun!
Susan H. •
October 2, 2020
Rick is a talented and entertaining gentleman. He has a wide range of songs and gets the crowd excited with his oldies! I was thrilled to have him sing and play for our annual party and our guests greatly enjoyed him! You won't be disappointed!!
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ricky T:
Thank you Susan. It was a pleasure performing at your party and hanging out with your awesome guests.
Donna H. •
October 1, 2020
Rick is extremely talented, I've been enjoying his music for many years. Love singing along and rockin to my favorite tunes. I always have a blast!! 🎶🎤 🙌👏
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ricky T:
Thank you Donna. I've enjoyed singing all these years. I hope to continue on a bunch more.
Moonbeam M. F. •
October 1, 2020
We have been going to hear Rick T ‘s gigs many times . Absolutely love him , puts on a great show . He adds old classic songs & current ! He is definitely a must see act !
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist, Guitarist
Singing Guitarist, Guitarist
Response from Ricky T:
Thank you for the kind words. It's always great to see you and Billy at my events.
Craig H. •
October 1, 2020
Rick is home grown fun to listen to an accomplished guitarist and vocalist with a wide repertoire of classic covers.
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ricky T:
Thanks Craig for the kind words. I enjoy playing for the local crowd in Palm Bay. Everyone seems to enjoy.
Joanne O. •
October 1, 2020
Rick is the Pied Piper of Brevard County...but with a guitar! 🎸
We’ve booked Rick a few times for private events and ceremonies. He possesses a broad variety of music, with ability to appropriately engage his audience, which is the equation for an eventful good time! 🏝😎
Rick’s performance is also VERY Ideal for *smaller venues* where space is limited.
I highly recommend booking him and following him on social media for his upcoming public events to see for yourself.
YOU ROCK RICK! 🎸 🎶👍🏼
Hired as:
Singing Guitarist
Singing Guitarist
Response from Ricky T:
Thank you Joanne for the kind words. It is always my pleasure to perform for our veterans. I look forward to a return engagement in the near future.
Booking Info
Price Range: $80 - $300
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
I consider myself a professional at all times. My sound will always be clear without distortion and I always adjust the volume according to the venue and audience. If folks need to talk to each other while I'm performing, I know to keep the volume low. When folks are ready to dance and have a fun time, I can provide the correct volume for them to party.
For indoor venues, I like to wear bright, beach-style shirts. I do my best to interact with the audience and tell little stories about some of the songs I sing. For outdoor venues, I can provide my own 10x10 shelter if necessary. I even have a sound system that can operate completely on battery if absolutely necessary. I do require a standard electrical outlet when using my two speaker sound system.
Being prompt is extremely important to me. I typically arrive one hour early for all gigs, to allow adequate time to set up. If you hire me for 3 hours, you will get very close to 3 hours of music. At most, I may take a 5 or 10 minute break. Sometimes, I will play straight through.
I take my commitments very seriously. I have never cancelled or missed a gig in my entire career.
About
Hello and thank you for reading my bio. I have been performing solo and in bands for over 40 years. I currently have a solo act that includes my favorite songs from the 60's, 70's and 80's with a few select current songs thrown in. I play an amplified acoustic guitar and I sing. I use a harmony pedal that listens to my singing voice and adds harmonies when appropriate. I do not use backing tracks or pre-recorded music. Everything you hear in my performance is 100% live.
I have been performing along the Space Coast and Treasure coast for Beachside Restaurants, Craft Fairs, Brevard Zoo, Outdoor Markets, Downtown Melbourne events, American Legions, Moose and Elk Lodges, etc. My target audience is the 40 to 70 year old crowd. My song list is extensive and includes music by the Eagles, Beatles, Jimmy Buffet, Willie Nelson, Elton John, Simon & Garfunkel and many more.
I own two different professional sound systems. I use a compact Bose system for small, indoor venues. I use a more powerful two speaker system for larger outdoor venues.
If you need someone to provide professional music that sounds close to the original performers, please consider me for your event.
Additional Booking Notes
I require a minimum of a 6ft x 6ft area to set up my indoor system. For outdoors, I may require 10ft x 10ft for my canopy. I can not perform in direct sunlight, especially during the brutally hot Florida weather. I do not require a stage or platform.
One standard electrical outlet is all I need for my equipment. I provide professional speakers, microphones and a small lighting system when required.
If announcements need to be made throughout my performance time, I can provide a wireless microphone for the venue to use as necessary.
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
| March 20, 2021 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
| March 13, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Crafty Crane |
| February 20, 2021 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | AL Post 117 |
| February 20, 2021 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Wickham Park |
| February 13, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Crafty Crane |
| January 29, 2021 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Sebastian Elks |
| January 24, 2021 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Sip & Stroll Riverview |
| January 23, 2021 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Sip & Stroll Riverview |
| January 09, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Crafty Crane |
| December 26, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Crafty Crane |
| December 20, 2020 • All-day event | Kris Kringle Market |
| December 19, 2020 • All-day event | Kris Kringle Market |
| December 18, 2020 • All-day event | Kris Kringle Market |
| December 17, 2020 • All-day event | Kris Kringle Market |
| December 13, 2020 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | JDs Corner Diner |
| December 09, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cottage Rose |
| December 08, 2020 • 3:00pm - 4:30pm | LCCM |
| December 05, 2020 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Candlelight Shopping |
| November 28, 2020 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Billie's on the Beach |
| November 27, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocoa Elks |
| November 22, 2020 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | JDs Corner Diner |
| November 21, 2020 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | AL Post 394 |
| November 20, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocoa Elks |
| November 19, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Sebastian Moose |
| November 15, 2020 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Florida Beer Co |
| November 14, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Crafty Crane |
| November 13, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocoa Elks |
| November 07, 2020 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | AL Post 117 |
| November 06, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocoa Elks |
| October 31, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Crafty Crane |
| October 31, 2020 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Billie's on the Beach |
| October 30, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocoa Elks Lodge |
| October 24, 2020 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Downtown Melbourne Art Walk |
| October 23, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocoa Elks Lodge |
| October 17, 2020 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Sisters Seconds Outdoor Market |
| October 16, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocoa Elks Lodge |
| October 15, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Sebastian Moose Lodge |
| October 10, 2020 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Palm Bay Farmers Market |
| October 09, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocoa Elks Lodge |
| October 02, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocoa Elks Lodge |
Set List
My current song list contains over 90 songs. In an average 3 hour gig I will typically perform about 36 songs. My entire list is below for reference.
500 Miles - The Proclaimers
Act Naturally - Buck Owens/Beatles
Against the Wind - Bob Seger
Ain’t No Sunshine - Bill Withers
All of Me - John Legend
Always on my mind - Willie Nelson
American Pie - Don McLean
Amie - Pure Prairie League
Bad, Bad Leroy Brown - Jim Croce
Behind Blue Eyes - The Who
The Boxer - Simon & Garfunkel
Bye Bye Love - Everly Brothers
Candle in the Wind - Elton John
Cant Help Falling in Love - Elvis Presley
Can't You See - Marshall Tucker Band
Chevy Van - Sammy Johns
Danny’s Song - Kenny Loggins
Desperado - Eagles
Drift Away - Dobie Gray
Family Tradition - Hank Williams Jr.
Fire and Rain - James Taylor
Folsom Prison Blues - Johnny Cash
Free Fallin' - Tom Petty
Get Back - Beatles
Give a Little Bit - Super Tramp
Good Riddance/Time of Your Life - Green Day
Have I Told You Lately - Rod Stewart
Have You Ever Seen the Rain - CCR
Hey Jude - Beatles
Hotel California - Eagles
House of the Rising Sun - The Animals
I Got a Name - Jim Croce
I Only Have Eyes For You - The Flamingos
If I Only Had A Brain - Ray Bolger
Imagine - John Lennon
Knocking on Heaven's Door - Bob Dylan
Kodachrome - Paul Simon
La Bamba - Richie Valens/Los Lobos
Last Kiss - J. Frank Wilson & the Cavaliers
Lay Down Sally - Eric Clapton
The Lion Sleeps Tonight - The Tokens
Locomotion - Little Eva
Love Potion No 9 - The Searchers
Lyin’ Eyes - Eagles
Margaritaville - Jimmy Buffet
Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard - Simon & Garfunkel
Me and You and a Dog Named Boo - Lobo
Mr Bojangles - Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Mustang Sally - Wilson Pickett
Oh Darling - The Beatles
On Broadway - The Drifters
Over the Rainbow - Judy Garland
Peaceful Easy Feeling - Eagles
Perfect - Ed Sheeran
Rock Around the Clock - Bill Haley & the Comets
Runaway - Del Shannon
Shaving Cream - Billy Bell
Signs - Five Man Electrical Band
Silver Wings - Merle Haggard
Slow Dancing - Johnny Rivers
Summer Breeze - Seals & Crofts
Sundown - Gordon Lightfoot
Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond
Take It Easy - Eagles
Take Me Home Country Roads - John Denver
Teach Your Children - CSN&Y
Tennessee Whiskey - Chris Stapleton
Tequila Sunrise - Eagles
Thank God I’m a Country Boy - John Denver
This Boy – Beatles
This Magic Moment - Jay & the Americans
This Town - Niall Horan
Three Little Birds - Bob Marley
Toes - Zac Brown Band
Turn the Page - Bob Seger
Unicorn Song - The Irish Rovers
Vincent - Don McClean
Wagon Wheel - Old Crow Medicine Show
What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
When I'm Sixty Four - Beatles
Who'll Stop the Rain - CCR
Wonderful World - Sam Cooke
Wreck of the Edmond Fitzgerald - Gordon Lightfoot
You Are So Beautiful - Joe Cocker
You’ve Got a Friend - James Taylor
Influences & Inspiration
I have always been influenced by the amazing vocal harmonies of the Eagles. Using my harmony pedal, I can sound very close to their original recordings. I also appreciate the incredible talents of the Beatles. I perform songs from their first album to their last.
I like to perform songs that tell a story, while being musically entertaining. Some of the greatest story tellers are Gordon Lightfoot, Jim Croce and Don McClean.
One part of my act that I am very proud of is all my songs are easily recognized by my audience. My favorite compliments are when folks tell me they know every song I played throughout the evening. I very rarely try to be original and put my own twist on the songs I perform. I pride myself in making my performance sound as close as possible to the original recordings.
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