Nicki! thank you so much. You've been the best to me since day one. I feel so thankful we are still in each other's lives and still remain in touch. You're the greatest.
Anyone here who has toured with stage anxiety? It's crazy. Highs and lows. The relief of finishing a set and it more often than not being an amazing experience, but then it's miniature party/sleep time and you wake up with another whole day ahead of you of just ruminating about going on stage ahead of you, quietly freaking out about every detail... and annoyingly the shows where you're not as nervous are almost always the problematic ones.
This is really cool man. It’s very inspiring to see a “local dude” out there doing it for real. Austin is such a cool city. Looks like a great experience!
crazy to see you live out your dreams brotha. totally inspiring. youve grinded and grinded and now your on tour with monuments and versity? too damn sick! 🤘🔥
@@xanderraymondcharles Too long, baby! Tried to come see you in Dallas, but the fam got hella sick... Hate that I had to miss it, but I'm glad you're doing well! Keep doing your thing!
Glad to see you had fun down here! I was working that night. Otherwise, I'd have been there. I'm happy you picked that day to document the tour so I got to see some highlights. Looks like it was a great show!
It's been awesome to see how far you've come! You really deserve all the success that you have and will continue to have. Keep it up hope to see you in New Jersey again.
@@xanderraymondcharles You walked right by me as I was waiting to get into the Rochester show and it didn't click with me until you were gone that it was you. Great show!
@xanderraymondcharles bro I had no idea you were such a cool and nice dude or I'd have shot the shit with you. Had fun chatting with your friend and her mom
Thanks for sharing this man! Next time youre feeling shitty, just change your socks and drink water...at least thats what I was always told lol... Glad youre feeling better, cant wait for the next video dude!
Bro last night I almost commented on the last video you uploaded to make sure you’re okay. I know you’re busy on your but it’s unusual you go 2 weeks between videos.
@@xanderraymondcharles oh right on bro.. take your time and get well!!! It was just strange to not see any new content and I’m of the type to panic and worry about just about anything slightly out of the ordinary. Lol
Ray, I have a bit of a personal question for you concerning your background. I know you are a veteran, so you've got some respect as a fellow vet. Having served, I know it's not easy, and especially for your generation. So thanks for serving, and may the nightmares never hit you over what you've seen in kill zones. Now for my question which I'm lodging with respect, but curiosity as I've been around the block a time or two and there are usually quite specific reasons that a dude gets their tattoo's blacked out. Did you get yourself involved with a biker gang, or some other nefarious group that will let you leave as long as you black out your ink. You've clearly had a ton of tats blacked out, so basically my question is what's the story on that? I understand if you don't want to share, particularly if it's embarrassing racist stuff that you got put on your body before you wised up. Not trying to put you on the spot or embarrass you, but with that much black ink on you, I feel compelled to ask. Be cool if you decide to share the story. You might save someone else from traveling down that same wrong road. Peace.
It is such a freakin trip to watch this and see how far you’ve come, and watch you meet your supporters! So beyond proud of you my friend! So surreal!
Nicki! thank you so much. You've been the best to me since day one. I feel so thankful we are still in each other's lives and still remain in touch. You're the greatest.
John browne is arguably the sickest rhythm player playing now
Anyone here who has toured with stage anxiety? It's crazy. Highs and lows. The relief of finishing a set and it more often than not being an amazing experience, but then it's miniature party/sleep time and you wake up with another whole day ahead of you of just ruminating about going on stage ahead of you, quietly freaking out about every detail... and annoyingly the shows where you're not as nervous are almost always the problematic ones.
Glad it was an awesome ride!! 🤘🏻🎸🔊🎶🫨
Yes it was!
We’re all happy for you and proud of you Ray 🤘
Thank you so much! You've just made my day!
Played there countless times! Love that venue !
Stuff like this is always cool to see. Have fun man! I had a blast living in Texas back in 2018.
This is really cool man. It’s very inspiring to see a “local dude” out there doing it for real. Austin is such a cool city. Looks like a great experience!
Bro that's a dream come true. Hard work pays off!!!!
I’m doing my very best!
Awesome place, I was playing there on tour in august opening for Filter and it was a blast!
Dude this so cool to see! Been watching you for a while, happy to see you tour and do what you love! Much love
crazy to see you live out your dreams brotha. totally inspiring. youve grinded and grinded and now your on tour with monuments and versity? too damn sick! 🤘🔥
So sick seeing you fill in for such a sick band. Keep up the hard work Ray!
YAY! New Ray Vid!
Been awhile huh?! Feels good to be back
@@xanderraymondcharles Too long, baby! Tried to come see you in Dallas, but the fam got hella sick... Hate that I had to miss it, but I'm glad you're doing well! Keep doing your thing!
Glad to see you had fun down here! I was working that night. Otherwise, I'd have been there. I'm happy you picked that day to document the tour so I got to see some highlights. Looks like it was a great show!
Amazing. So glad to see you rocking on your. 🎶🎸
So awesome to see how you and your channel have grown Ray. You the man!
Dude it was amazing to meet you thanks for being an inspiration
it was great to meet you too man! Thanks for taking some time to talk with me!
Great to see you out in the wild. Glad ya enjoyed the ATX. Hope the rest of your tour goes well and you stay well.
Had a blast meeting up with you again in Austin brother! Thank you for including me in video at the end at 6:39 of our pic together!! We had a blast!!
Didn't even show his face and I could spot Andrew immediately with the hood + short sleeves
I opened up for FTFD in 2019! Guys were super cool and friendly. Glad you’re playing in a touring band!
Really happy to see that the tour went well man!
thanks dude! Miss ya bud
@@xanderraymondcharles let’s get together once you are back and recovered from the tour.
It's been awesome to see how far you've come! You really deserve all the success that you have and will continue to have. Keep it up hope to see you in New Jersey again.
Saw you at the Rochester show and you rocked the house bro! It was super cool meeting you as well. Stay Metal my guy! 🔥
Ah thanks so much! Rochester was one of my favorites! Great crowd and a cool, unique venue!
@@xanderraymondcharles You walked right by me as I was waiting to get into the Rochester show and it didn't click with me until you were gone that it was you. Great show!
Dude it was a pleasure seeing you in Dallas again! Hopefully see ya again in a few months!
Saw you guys in Detroit, it was an honor to meet you and monuments. 🤘🏾 Thanks for chatting with me even being under the weather!
A Rob Arnold sighting! Nice! Awesome to see you back on tour man.
Keep grinding - you'll keep achieving.
Good job!
I own John's old amp. Love it.
So happy for you living your dream
Bro looks exhausted 😂😂😂
Great to see you on the long list of people who have played with FTFD :D
Saw you guys in Houston. What a great show. When are you coming back??
glad you enjoyed it! I'm not sure when but I hope next year!
@xanderraymondcharles bro I had no idea you were such a cool and nice dude or I'd have shot the shit with you. Had fun chatting with your friend and her mom
I live in Austin...Right On!
Wow so cool to run into Arnold! Very neat!
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Awesome Job man!! Super happy for and proud of you!!
hey thanks so much!
That venue looks super dope inwanna play there
Was cool filming for you guys in Houston. You killed it!🤘
LETS GO RAY
It makes me uncomfortable to see Browne with tele style schecter, haha 😂😂😂
Thanks for sharing this man! Next time youre feeling shitty, just change your socks and drink water...at least thats what I was always told lol... Glad youre feeling better, cant wait for the next video dude!
Here in Texas we like to have fun. lol
it's true. my favorite state by far!
Went to terry blacks and met arnold.
How is the Les Paul holding up on tour? Thanks for the video, nice to see you out having fun and rocking!
Bro last night I almost commented on the last video you uploaded to make sure you’re okay. I know you’re busy on your but it’s unusual you go 2 weeks between videos.
I was sick and on the road. It felt good to take a much need break. I'm home now, so more videos will be coming daily!
@@xanderraymondcharles oh right on bro.. take your time and get well!!! It was just strange to not see any new content and I’m of the type to panic and worry about just about anything slightly out of the ordinary. Lol
for the fallen dreams is back???
what kind of RV did you guys have? did you guys rent it or does the band own it.
How did you end up taking the LTD guitar on the tour? I thought you took your signature with you.
No Bass?
6 shows later..."I hate all you guys!" 🤣
No bass? 😕
Man come to Houston . We can lift weights and play guitars.
I was there october 4th. Literally played Houston the next night.
What was that music that started at the 1:00 mark?
What’s that LTD Guitar? 😍😍
Artic metal.
Ray, I have a bit of a personal question for you concerning your background. I know you are a veteran, so you've got some respect as a fellow vet. Having served, I know it's not easy, and especially for your generation. So thanks for serving, and may the nightmares never hit you over what you've seen in kill zones.
Now for my question which I'm lodging with respect, but curiosity as I've been around the block a time or two and there are usually quite specific reasons that a dude gets their tattoo's blacked out. Did you get yourself involved with a biker gang, or some other nefarious group that will let you leave as long as you black out your ink.
You've clearly had a ton of tats blacked out, so basically my question is what's the story on that? I understand if you don't want to share, particularly if it's embarrassing racist stuff that you got put on your body before you wised up. Not trying to put you on the spot or embarrass you, but with that much black ink on you, I feel compelled to ask. Be cool if you decide to share the story. You might save someone else from traveling down that same wrong road.
Peace.
Cool video bro love watching this kind of stuff. 🫡🫡🫡