Tony Ray Jones

I like to have fun and include my audience in my performances, you never know what might happen!

Tony's 1989 vacation to Nashville changed his life. Above the legendary Grand Old Opry he saw a sign: “Opryland Talent Agency – Holding Auditions.” It was too exciting of an opportunity to pass…so they ended up hiring him! Specifically, the agency asked me to return in May 1990 to entertain on the General Jackson Showboat which is still in operation today.
In Nashville he performed six days a week; I worked at Opryland Theme Park and Opryland Hotel in addition to the General Jackson Showboat and many private parties for Opryland Talents Agency. It was a tremendous experience, ideal for networking. It also helped me develop my own unique sound, a mixture of the musical styles I’ve loved since childhood: country, folk, blues and bluegrass.
Sadly, Opryland Theme Park closed its doors in 1997 , but he decided to keep playing and recording his own songs. These days writing songs and producing demos for Backwoods Recording Studio’s many gifted artists. He am now dedicated to using my musical knowledge, and his knowledge of the industry, to help others realize their musical dreams.

I have my own PA system can handle up to 300 people small venue, able to supply a larger system if needed for a full band gig.
I would prefer to have lighting at the venue, monitors , mics, cables , music stand I provide.