Ray's DJ, Emcee & Trivia Host Services

Providing top-notch entertainment since 1982.

 

MOBILE DJ

Ray has an extensive song catalog and an encyclopedic knowledge of music from the 1920s to today. He knows how to read a crowd and has impeccable timing. He'll keep your guests happy and entertained. Graduations.  Birthday Parties, Anniversaries. Fundraisers. Holiday Parties. Corporate Events. Store Openings. School Dances. Sporting Events. Trivia Shows. Class Reunions. Any type of festive occasion. 

Extensive Music Collection

If you’re looking for Top-40 Pop, World, Big Band, Jazz, Motown, Classic Oldies, Ballroom—even something off the beaten path—Ray can provide a quality soundtrack for your event. 

Customized Experience to Fit Your  Event

Ray can provide more than just music for your event. Ask about the possibilities when you book your show.  Add-ons include interactive activities and trivia contests. Bring on the limbo competition! Start up the hula hoops! The possibilities are endless. 

Fun-Filled, Energetic Show

No one can stay seated for long when DJ Ray is on board.  Guests always have a memorably FUN experience.
If you're looking to add energy to your upcoming event, please contact DJ Ray to find out what he can do for you!

 

EMCEE & MASTER OF CEREMONIES

Ray is renowned for his exceptional "radio voice" and works as a master of ceremonies for many corporate, sports, and nonprofit events. His clients include American Airlines, Cleveland Cavaliers, Cleveland Athletic Club, Fox 8 News, Giant Eagle, Hudson Park Estate Group, Lorain County Officials' Association, Northeast Ohio Challenger Baseball, Ohio District Lutheran Church Organization, and many more. 

 

SPORTS ANNOUNCER

Ray has 12 years of experience announcing high school football, basketball, baseball and volleyball games. As the Lakewood Sun Post puts it, "Carr has a voice to be reckoned with." 

"At basketball games, Carr is a fan’s dream. He has brought back the lost art of public address."

                                                                                                                             –SunSports

SUNSPORTS

Lakewood Sun Post
 May 1, 2008

 

TO BOOK RAY'S SERVICES CLICK HERE

 

 

 

 


 

Ray's Weekly Live Appearances

                  

 

 

QUEEN OF HEARTS AT GUNSELMAN'S TAVERN

Monday Nights!


JOIN RAY FOR QUEEN OF HEARTS
Mondays at 8pm
21490 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
(440) 331-5719
gunselmans@gmail.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here


Ray

 

Gunselmans

 

 


 





 Ray's Upcoming Events


 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

Ray's Annual Emcee Events

 

Jogs For Dogs

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH, 2022 - 8:30AM - 12PM



 
 
RAY IS RETURNING TO EMCEE THIS EVENT!!!

Sunday, September 18, 2022 Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up starts: 7:30am
5K Run (Timed) Starts: 8:30am

1 Mile Walk (Untimed) 9:00am
8333 Rockside Road, Valley View OH 44125




FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 

Jogs For Dogs

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH, 2021 - 8:30AM

 

 

 

Sunday, September 19, 2021Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up starts: 7:30am
5K Run (Timed) Starts: 8:30am

1 Mile Walk (Untimed) 9:00am
8333 Rockside Road, Valley View OH 44125




FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here



 

 


2020 VFMB (VALLEY FORGE MUSIC BOOSTERS) DUCK RACE - NIGHT AT THE RACES

SATURDAY, MARCH 14TH - 5:30  - 11PM

 



JOIN RAY AS HE EMCEES THIS ANNUAL EVENT - 5:30PM
THE BELL TOWER AT ST. JOHN BOSCO CATHOLIC CHURCH
6480 PEARL ROAD, PARMA HEIGHTS, OH 44130-2997
(440) 346-2822
michelelungo0202@gmail.com

FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here

MUSIC BOOSTERS PRESENTS
2020 Live Duck Race Fundraiser

$25 per person includes Italian-Themed Dinner, Beer, Wine and Wash. BYOB (and snacks!) for your table if you'd like. Purchase 8-10 tickets and reserve a table!

Raffle Baskets, Sideboards, 50/50 and more!

21 AND OVER ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Don’t forget that you can name a duck for $15! Sponsor a race for $125 (includes naming rights to all 6 ducks, naming rights to the race and a FULL paged ad), a business card size ad $15, Half page ad $35, a whole page ad $60 or a whole page special $30 when accompanied by a $30 raffle donation.
Program Ads available

All proceeds benefit the Valley Forge High School Music Programs. Come support the Valley Forge Music Programs and have a night of fun with friends and LIVE Racing Ducks!

 

As of 2/9/20, we have sold 40% of our dinner tickets and 20% of our duck sponsorships! We have great advertising spaces available!

Last year, we sold out 3 weeks before the event!  Don’t miss out!

Due to the popularity of this event, tickets are sold with payment and cannot be held without.  If you wish to be a sponsor, please provide a completed sponsorship form with your payment.

For ticket information, sponsor and name a duck, donations and advertising, please contact Michele Lungo, MicheleLungo0202@gmail.com , 440-346-2822.

 

The VFMB is a 501c3 charitable organization.

 


 


 

GUNSELMAN'S 5TH ANNUAL LEPRECHAUN CHASE 5K - 3/9/24




RAY WILL EMCEE THIS EVENT
SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 2024
9:00AM-?
RACE LOCATION:
FAIRVIEW HIGH SCHOOL TRACK
4507 West 213th Street Fairview Park, OH 44126

AFTER PARTY:
GUNSELMAN'S TAVERN
21940 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
440-331-5719
216-263-9933

FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here


 

GUNSELMAN'S 4TH ANNUAL LEPRECHAUN CHASE 5K - 3/4/23
 


RAY WILL EMCEE THIS EVENT
SATURDAY, MARCH 4, 2023
9:00AM-?
GUNSELMAN'S TAVERN
21940 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
440-331-5719
216-263-9933
https://www.chuggersbar-grille.com/

FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 

 

GUNSELMAN'S 3RD ANNUAL LEPRECHAUN CHASE 5K - 3/7/20

Gunselman's
RAY WILL EMCEE THIS EVENT
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2018
9:00AM-?
GUNSELMAN'S TAVERN
21940 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
440-331-5719
216-263-9933
https://www.chuggersbar-grille.com/

FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here


 


 


BEREA ARF - MONSTER MUTT DASH & HOWL-O-WEEN AFTER PARTY

 

Monster Mutt Dash &  Howl-O-Ween After-Party 2021

 

Saturday, October 9, 2021
Race/Walk Day-Of Registration starts: 8:00am
Race/Walk Starts: 9:30am | Followed by After-Party 10:00am till 1:00pm

Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds – 19201 E Bagley Road, Berea OH 44017
Rain or Shine we Dash! In the event of inclement weather, the AfterParty will be staged indoors in the Junior Fair Building, at the Main Entrance.
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FOR MORE INFO:
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Monster Mutt Dash & Howl-O-Ween After-Party 2019

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Saturday, October 12, 2019
Race/Walk Day-Of Registration starts: 8:00am
Race/Walk Starts: 9:30am | Followed by After-Party 10:00am till 1:00pm

Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds – 19201 E Bagley Road, Berea OH 44017
Rain or Shine we Dash! In the event of inclement weather, the AfterParty will be staged indoors in the Junior Fair Building, at the Main Entrance.
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FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here

 

Monster Mutt Dash & Howl-O-Ween After-Party 2017

 

MMD

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Saturday, October 14, 2017
Race/Walk Day-Of Registration starts: 8:00am
Race/Walk Starts: 9:30am | Followed by After-Party 10:00am till 1:00pm

Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds – 19201 E Bagley Road, Berea OH 44017
Rain or Shine we Dash! In the event of inclement weather, the AfterParty will be staged indoors in the Junior Fair Building, at the Main Entrance.
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FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here

Ray Emcees this wonderful event annually.

MMD

Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds
19201 E Bagley Road, Berea OH 44017

(440) 327-3333
Race/Walk Day-Of Registration starts: 8:00am
Race/Walk Starts: 9:30am
After-Party 10:00am till 1:00pm


FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

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Ray has been the Emcee for this annual event to benefit Berea ARF (Animal Rescue Friends) since 2012.
Click Here
And Here

 


 

WHITE CANE WALK

White Cane

White Cane

SATURDAY 6/3/17 - 9-11:30AM

 

Ray has been the Emcee for this event since 2013.
Click Here

 


 

BLONDES VS. BRUNETTES
CHARITY POWDERPUFF FOOTBALL GAME
BENEFIT FOR ALZHEIMERS

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SATURDAY 6/13/15 - 6PM

 

Ray has been the Emcee for this annual game at CSU to benefit The Alzheimers Association - Cleveland Chapter since 2011. $37,125 was raised in 2013, $41,500 in 2014, and $32,000 was the final total raised this year.
Click Here

 

 


 

 

 Ray's Past Events

 

 

 

A CELEBRATION OF CLEVELAND ROCK HISTORY PART 3 WITH DEANNA R. ADAMS AND RAY CARR

An Afternoon of Interviews, Behind-the Scenes Stories and Music

AugustT 27, 2023

Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Show starts at 12 p.m. Tickets $10 to $12.

Join Deanna and Ray as they talk about her new book, Cleveland's Rock and Roll Venues, and interview Cleveland music legends.

 

15711 WATERLOO ROAD, CLEVELAND, OH 44110
(216) 383-1124
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here

 


 



 

 

A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE: WES COOLBAUGH - 2/26/23


SAC

RAY IS EMCEEING THIS EVENT
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2023
4:00PM - 8:00PM
SLIM AND CHUBBY'S
12492 PROSPECT RD., STRONGSVILLE, OH 44149
440-572-7546
slimandchubbys@yahoo.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 


 



 




CRASH COFFIN AND FRIENDS LIVE AT LATE NITE RECORDS - 1/14/23 - 7PM
2602 WALTON AVENUE, CLEVELAND, OH 44113, MAP IT (440) 915-1411

OPEN 5PM-MIDNIGHT
FOR MORE INFO GO HERE.

 


 



 



A TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL HEATON

 

BEACHLAND BALLROOM
15711 WATERLOO ROAD, CLEVELAND, OH 44110
(216) 383-1124
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here



CLICK ON THE VIDEO BELOW TO WATCH RAY'S SPEECH!!!

 
 


 




LOVEMUFFINPALOOZA 2022

 

 

LOVEMUFFINPALOOZA 2022

A Concert To Benefit The Gathering Place

October 9, 2022

Show starts at 5 p.m. Tickets $10.

Join Janice Mitchell and Ray as they Co-Emcee this Event! Performers include:

  GS Harper
  Brian Alan Hager
  Mallory San Marco
  Flowers Love Being Kurt
  Lack Of Direction
  Michelle Romary
 

2920 DETROIT AVENUE, CLEVELAND, OH 44113
(216) 771-6551
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO WATCH THE SHOW!!!

 

 


 



 

SAC

RAY EMCEED THIS EVENT
SUNDAY, JUNE 4, 2023
2:00-7:00PM
SLIM AND CHUBBY'S
12492 PROSPECT RD., STRONGSVILLE, OH 44149
440-572-7546
slimandchubbys@yahoo.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 

TOMMY AMATO ROCK RELIEF 2022

 

SAC

RAY IS EMCEED THIS EVENT
SUNDAY, JUNE 12, 2017
2:00-7:00PM
SLIM AND CHUBBY'S
12492 PROSPECT RD., STRONGSVILLE, OH 44149
440-572-7546
slimandchubbys@yahoo.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 

 


 

A BENEFIT FOR LUKE

 


Sunday, May 29, 2022. Doors open at 3:00pm - Show starts at 4:00pm

The Music Box Supper Club
1148 Main Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44113
 

For more info go HERE.


Donate directly at: http://www.hudsonwise.com/.

 

Ray Emceed this wonderful event!

 

 
 
 

 


 

 

A CELEBRATION OF CLEVELAND ROCK HISTORY PART 2 WITH DEANNA R. ADAMS AND RAY CARR

An Afternoon of Interviews, Behind-the Scenes Stories and Music

April 10, 2022

Doors open at 10:00 a.m. Show starts at 11 a.m. Tickets $10 to $12.

Join Deanna and Ray as they talk about her new book, Cleveland's Rock and Roll Venues, and interview Cleveland music legends, including

  Alex Bevan
  Rich Spina and Billy Sullivan
  Larry Morrow
  Butch Armstrong
  Richard Shack (E.T. Hooley, later James Gang) and Donnie Baker (E. T. Hooley and others) 
  Ted Alexander (veteran deejay)
  Paula Balish

15711 WATERLOO ROAD, CLEVELAND, OH 44110
(216) 383-1124
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here

 

 





PHIL BOVA  - THROWING BACK THE CHAIR

SATURDAY, DECEMBER11TH - 12PM

Gunselmans

JOIN RAY AND PHIL BOVA DISCUSSING
HIS BOOK "THROWING BACK THE CHAIR" - 12:00PM
21490 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
(440) 331-5719
gunselmans@gmail.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here

 

 


 


STEPHEN B. UBANEY  - WHO MURDERED BOOKS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH - 1PM

 

Gunselmans

JOIN RAY AND STEPHEN B. UBANEY DISCUSSING
HIS WHO MURDERED BOOKS - 1:00PM
21490 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
(440) 331-5719
gunselmans@gmail.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here

 

 


 

A CELEBRATION OF CLEVELAND ROCK HISTORY WITH DEANNA R. ADAMS AND RAY CARR

An Afternoon of Interviews, Behind-the Scenes Stories and Music

August 29, 2021

Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Show starts at 1 p.m. Tickets $10 to $12.

Join Deanna and Ray as they talk about her new book, Cleveland's Rock and Roll Venues, and interview Cleveland music legends, including George Sipl (rock musician, audio engineer and jingle writer).

15711 WATERLOO ROAD, CLEVELAND, OH 44110
(216) 383-1124
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here

 



 
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MARK TWAIN'S AMERICA THEN AND NOW

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND - 2PM

 

Demarco BookDemarco
Demarco Book

Gunselmans

JOIN RAY AND LAURA DEMARCO DISCUSSING
HER BOOK: MARK TWAIN'S AMERICA THEN AND NOW - 2:00PM
21490 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
(440) 331-5719
gunselmans@gmail.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 

 


 

FROM CAPTAIN PENNY TO SUPERHOST

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18TH - 2PM

 

Gunselmans

JOIN RAY AND MICHAEL OLSZEWSKI DISCUSSING
HIS BOOK: FROM CAPTAIN PENNY TO SUPERHOST - 2:00PM
21490 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
(440) 331-5719
gunselmans@gmail.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 

 


 

 

 

CHRISTMAS MEMORIES CD RELEASE AND FUNDRAISER


GOOD INTENTIONS FOUNDATION, INC.
CHRISTMAS MEMORIES CD RELEASE AND FUNDRAISER
 

RAY EMCEED THIS EVENT
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2019
4:00-9:00PM
ST. ADALBERT HALL
66 ADALBERT ST., BEREA, OH
440-487-7783 (EDDIE TOMECKO - Event Host)
dheigel@saintadalbertparish.org  (DARLENE HEIGEL - Events Coordinator/Office Manager)
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 

 


 


 

CLEVELAND  THEN AND NOW

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15TH - 1PM

Demarco Book Demarco

Gunselmans

JOIN RAY AND LAURA DEMARCO DISCUSSING
HER BOOK: CLEVELAND THEN AND NOW - 1:00PM
21490 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
(440) 331-5719
gunselmans@gmail.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here


 

 


 

DAN COUGHLIN - JUST ONE MORE STORY... - BOOK SIGNING

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8TH - 1PM

Coughlin 

Gunselmans

JOIN RAY AND DAN COUGHLIN DISCUSSING
HIS BOOK: JUST ONE MORE STORY - 1:00PM
21490 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
(440) 331-5719
gunselmans@gmail.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 

 

 


 

 

SUNDAY 11/11/18


Patch
PatchPatch

Gunselmans
 

JOIN RAY AND SPECIAL GUEST DR. A.K. (ALLAN) PATCH
SUNDAY 11/11/18 FROM 6PM-9PM
21490 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
(440) 331-5719
gunselmans@gmail.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here

 

 


 

 

WEST SHORE ROTARY-SUMMERFEST 5K AND 1M FUN RUN

SATURDAY, JUNE 30

RAY EMCEED THIS EVENT

FAIRVIEW HIGH SCHOOL
4507 WEST 213TH STREET
FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126

START TIMES

Registration & Packet Pickup: 7:00am
5K: 9:00am
1 Mile: 9:10am

   FOR MORE INFO:

Click Here

 

 


 

 

RACE TO CURE SARCOMA

SUNDAY, JUNE 17 - 8:00AM

SFA

 

SFA

 

SFA

 

SFA
RAY EMCEED THIS EVENT

EDGEWATER PARK
6500 CLEVELAND MEMORIAL SHOREWAY
CLEVELAND, OH 44102

Contact Mollie at:
(301) 253-8687
clevelandrace@curesarcoma.org
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here

And Here

And Here

 

 


 

 

 

19TH ANNUAL GIFT OF LIFE GALA EVENT

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2019 - 6PM

Avon



 

Avon

RAY WAS THE KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT THIS EVENT
AVON OAKS COUNTRY CLUB
32300 DETROIT ROAD, AVON, OH 44011
440.892.0660
aocc@avonoakscc.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here
And Here

 

16TH ANNUAL GIFT OF LIFE GALA EVENT

FRIDAY, AUGUST 24TH - 6PM

Avon

Avon  Avon

Gift of Life
RAY WAS THE KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT THIS EVENT
AVON OAKS COUNTRY CLUB
32300 DETROIT ROAD, AVON, OH 44011
440.892.0660
aocc@avonoakscc.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here
And Here

 

 


 

 

CLEVELAND SUMMERTIME MEMORIES

SUNDAY, JUNE 24TH - 4PM

Cleveland Summertime Memories

Gunselmans

JOIN RAY, MICHAEL HEATON, AND GAIL GHETIA BELLAMY
DISCUSSING HER BOOK: CLEVELAND SUMMERTIME MEMORIES - 4:00PM
21490 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
(440) 331-5719
gunselmans@gmail.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

Summertime

RAY, MICHAEL HEATON, AND GAIL GHETIA BELLAMY
DISCUSSING HER BOOK: CLEVELAND SUMMERTIME MEMORIES

 

 


 

 

LOST CLEVELAND

SUNDAY, APRIL 29TH - 4PM

LostDemarco

Gunselmans

JOIN RAY, MICHAEL HEATON, AND LAURA DEMARCO
DISCUSSING HER BOOK: LOST OHIO - 4:00PM
21490 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
(440) 331-5719
gunselmans@gmail.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 

 


 

 

GUNSELMAN'S 1ST ANNUAL LEPRECHAUN CHASE 5K - 3/17/18

Gunselman's

RAY WILL EMCEE THIS EVENT
SATURDAY, MARCH 17, 2018
9:00AM-?
GUNSELMAN'S TAVERN
21940 LORAIN ROAD, FAIRVIEW PARK, OH 44126
440-331-5719
216-263-9933
https://www.chuggersbar-grille.com/

FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

 


 

 

JESSIE CARTER'S CD RELEASE PARTY - 3/11/18

Release
Chugger's

RAY EMCEED THIS EVENT
SUNDAY, MARCH 11, 2018
6:00-9:00PM
CHUGGER'S
9244 MARKET SQUARE DRIVE, STREETSBORO, OH 44241
440-572-7546
https://www.chuggersbar-grille.com/
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here

CD

CD

Ray emceeing the CD Release party!

 

 

 


 

 

CHRISTMAS MEMORIES CD RELEASE AND FUNDRAISER


GOOD INTENTIONS FOUNDATION, INC.
CHRISTMAS MEMORIES CD RELEASE AND FUNDRAISER

SAC

RAY EMCEED THIS EVENT
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2017
5:00-8:00PM
SLIM AND CHUBBY'S
12492 PROSPECT RD., STRONGSVILLE, OH 44149
440-572-7546
slimandchubbys@yahoo.com
FOR MORE INFO:
Click Here
And Here
And Here

 

 


 

 

TOMMY HANDLOSER CANCER BENEFIT

Tom
Tom

Cleats

 

TOMMY HANDLOSER CANCER BENEFIT
Friday, June 1, 2017

Cleats - Strongsville
Click Here

Handloser

Handloser

Ray Emceed this wonderful event!

 

 


 

 

TOMMY AMATO ROCK RELIEF

 

Tommy Amato Rock Relief Online Event
Tuesday, March  23, 2021. 7:00pm-9:30pm
Virtual Live Facebook Broadcast From The Audio Bay Studios in Bay Village, OH

Tommy Amato Rock Relief 2021 Online Event March 23rd 7:00pm-9:30pm Facebook Live. Donate directly to Don Krueger at: http://gf.me/u/zh72rd or paypal.me/DonnieandAndrea. Frank Amato Cleveland All Stars @ 9:00 / Bill March @ 8:40 / Spina Sullivan Hudak @ 8:15 / Dave Brooks @ 7:50 / Jam Machine @ 7:25 / Joey Amato Band @ 7:00

CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE TO GO TO THE WATCH PARTY!!!

 

 

TARR

16th Annual Tommy Amato Rock Relief
Sunday, September 15, 2017. 4:00pm-9:00pm
$25.00 donation at the door

SAC

Slim and Chubby's
12492 Prospect Road
Strongsville, OH  44149
440-572-SLIM (7546)


Donate directly to George Yunis at PayPal https://paypal.me/pools/c/8fTVP56egv
Our recipient is beloved Cleveland singer/songwriter George Yunis. George has been battling Prostate Cancer for over four years and has just been diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma - a rare form of Bone Marrow Cancer.

We have a great tribute show for you:
Dark Side Of The Moon - Pink Floyd Tribute 7:30pm
Frank Amato (Beau Coup) - Cleveland Rock Tribute 6:45pm
Panama - Van Halen Tribute 5:50pm
Invincible - Pat Benatar Tribute 4:55pm
Heartbreaker - Heart Tribute 4:00pm

TARR
TARR

14th Annual Tommy Amato Rock Relief
Sunday, September 24, 2017. 5:00pm-9:00pm
$20.00 donation at the door

SAC

Slim and Chubby's
12492 Prospect Road
Strongsville, OH  44149
440-572-SLIM (7546)

A Celebration Of Life Mitch ML Piazza

Cleveland's Breakfast Club, Van Halen Tribute Band PANAMA, Big In Japan, Rich Spina, Georgia Kostyack, Sunset Harmony
Slim & Chubby's Strongsville.

All proceeds go to Mitch's family for funeral costs.

For More Information:

Click here
And here
And here
Rock Relief

Ray Tarr  Ry Tarr


Ray Emceed this wonderful event in 2016 and 2017!

 


 

ROCKABILLY HOLIDAY CONCERT

Ray Emceed this wonderful event!

 


 

TIM LAYMAN MEMORIAL JAM

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Ray Emceed this wonderful event!

 


 

HOUSE OF BLUES

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Saturday, June 22, 2013 - Live at The House of Blues Cleveland - The Ray Carr Show!
Click Here

 


 



OTHER PODCAST APPEARANCES
 

 

RAY'S APPEARANCE ON JAY IZSO'S PODCAST - A NEW DIRECTION -  CLICK HERE
OR LISTEN TO THE PLAYER BELOW:

JIPod

 

 

 





Click on the links (logos) below to follow Ray and Cindi's podcast:

Hitting The Mark!

Featuring Geoffrey Mark




For more info on this, go to Ray's Entertainment Services Page!!!

 

 




GUNSELCAST (FORMERLY  WORST TO FIRST (WTF) PODCAST)

 




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WTF

Gunselmans
 

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WTF
WTF podcast, 2018. Joe Gunselman, Ray Carr, Dan Menningen, David Grayson, and Carmen Angelo (left to right).

ABOUT

Worst To First (or WTF for short) is a new, live podcast featuring Ray Carr.  WTF covers interesting topics in sports and entertainment, plus a cavalcade of local celebrities. The show is streamed live from Gunselman's Tavern in Fairview Park, OH. Great Lakes a Brewing Company has agreed to be the title sponsor for Worst To First. There are weekly GLBC giveaways, and a free raffle ticket with a chance to win the Grand Prize of Dinner for 4 and a private brewery tour at GLBC will be given to purchasers for every Great Lakes Brewing Company draft beer you buy at Gunselman's on any given Sunday during the NFL Season.

PODCAST HISTORY 

WTF began as a Browns-centric broadcast featuring Carmen Angelo (executive oroducer, The Mike Trivisonno Show) and Ray Carr, long-time radio host and DJ.  Celebrity guests join the hosts each week. WTF started with the premise that the Cleveland Browns could go from the worst team in the AFC North to the best team in the division, pending a series of unfortunate events for the rest of the division AND actual elevated play from the most talented group of Brownies, at least on paper, since the Kardiac Kids of 1980. The show aired from 11AM-1PM (or two hours before game time) every Sunday.

 

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Five-Star Testimonials

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Deanna Adams Testimonial

September 12, 2023

Ray Carr, Cleveland’s Own!

Deanna Adams

 

Greetings, fellow Cleveland Beat fans! If you’ve been following this page you know that a couple times a month, I am featuring a person, event, or topic that you might be interested in.

Just call me the messenger of good stuff. J

So today’s good stuff includes a guy some of you might not be aware of but if you’re into music, sports, and interesting fun facts, you really should know about him.

Let’s begin with this: The Ray Carr Show airs every Tuesday morning, 6 am to 9 am, on WCSB, 89.3 FM. You will thank me later for letting you know this.

Why?

Keep reading. . . .

If you ask Ray about his longstanding career as deejay, emcee and trivia host, the first thing he’ll mention is the joy he gets out of it. “I love what I do. Playing great music, interviewing fascinating people and getting them to share their own part in history and pop culture. It all helps preserve that snapshot into the past - and present,” says Ray, who graduated from Lakewood High in 1981.  

Ray’s passion runs deep, not only for music of all genres, but also sports (he’s an active player in ice hockey, baseball, and pickleball)—and pretty much anything that makes a good story. Much like his heroes, Pete Franklin, the sports talk radio host, and legendary talk show host/sportscaster, Larry King, he has honed his own unique style that continually draws in new listeners.

“Pete and Larry were my biggest influences,” Ray says, “Once I started listening to them, I knew what I wanted to do the rest of my life.” And so, he majored in communications and sports management at Cleveland State University and began his own career as a mobile DJ before getting his radio start at WHK in 2002. In 2007, he got his own show at WCSB, where he has currently logged in approximately 1500 guests, and in 2022, received a “Favorite Radio Host” Cleveland Music Award.

“I wanted to be that guy that people listen to,” he says, “Whether it’s an interview with someone fascinating, or playing songs that will make people's day. I want them to have a good time listening to my show.”

The Ray Carr Show features in-depth, live interviews with an array of interesting guests for every interest, along with eclectic and rare music rarely heard on today’s radio. His co-host is Cindi Verbelun, who creates entertainment features and interesting stories on celebrities and notable people born on the day of the show.

As is clear with each program, Ray is a smart interviewer who knows what to ask a person, and often gets them to reveal things they hadn’t planned on. How? “By making them feel at ease,” he says. “It’s never a Q&A but more of a conversation that allows them to open up and tell us what we all really want to know.”

He’s done just that with celebrities such as Dave Davies from the Kinks, Al Jardine from the Beach Boys, Jerry Shirley from Humble Pie, Petula Clark (one of his personal favorites), John Sebastian from Lovin’ Spoonful, and Riverside High graduate, Dan O’Shannon, who went on be the executive producer for such TV hits as Cheers, Newhart, Frasier and Modern Family.

  Oh, and also Tom Hanks. You all know that guy. “That was a big deal for me,” Ray says. “Not only because he’s accomplished so much, but he also lived for a time on the same street that I did. So there’s that connection.”

“I’m passionate about every show I do,” he adds. “I always do a lot of preparation because I, too, am genuinely interested in whatever and whoever I’m featuring that day.”

And he’s always on the lookout for interesting guests, so if you have something you’d like to share with him, or know someone who you feel deserves to be on his show, contact Ray at ray@raycarram.com. or call 216-244-5109.

And for a great sampling of the variety of tunes he plays, go to:  https://www.wcsb.org/wcs3_class/the-ray-carr-show/

 

 

SS. Cosmas & Damian Catholic Church Sock Hop 50's Night

July 1, 2022

Ray Carr hosted an event for our Church Sock Hop 50's Night and the event was AMAZING.
We had all ages in groups in attendance,and the dance floor was never empty - we had group dances, games and trivia.
The Music was awesome and everyone had a great time. We cannot wait for our next even for Ray to keep the party moving.
Ray will bring your party to life. Thanks for all you did for us Ray.

Jackie Ritter
Event Coordinator
SS. Cosmas & Damian Catholic Church




 

Hudson-Wise Foundation - Benefit For Luke

May 29, 2022

Ray,

Just wanted to take a minute to thank you for all your help in raising funds with the Hudson-Wise Foundation at The Music Box Supper club a few weeks back. With your help we were able to raise funds to help kids who compete in the Special Olympics with their every day expenses, and kids would not get a Christmas without your generosity, or people like you. Hudson-Wise Foundation helps children and adults with Autism and special needs live their lives to the fullest/ The local musicians who donated their music, and you donating your time to call-host the event made it another successful mission. Thanks again for your help, and for co-hosting our special event.

Tim Richissin
President Hudson-Wise Foundation
Hudsonwise.com




 

Lakewood High School Senior Citizens Dance

May 25, 2022

Good Afternoon Ray!

I just wanted to thank you for providing the music at our senior citizens dance last week. You were prompt, professional, and polite. I appreciate you listening to what were were looking for, and went above and beyond what we expected. We wanted music from the 1950s/60s/70s to appeal to our audience of people aged 65 plus. Not only did you provide a wonderful array of oldies to dance and listen to, your personality added to the music selection. You truly are a professional, and we couldn't have found anyone better. I'm looking forward to working with you again next year!

Aimee Guzowski
Intervention Specialist
Student Council Advisor
Lakewood High School
aimee.guzowski@lakewoodcityschools.org




 

Lakewood Varsity Baseball

May 19, 2022

Ray has brought a new dimension to our sports events - especially our baseball games. Big games Friday Nights are even bigger with Ray's announcing. He keeps the crowd engaged and having fun no matter the score. Visiting fans are so grateful for the experience, and our concession stands have hit new highs with his tasteful plugs for our tasty menu.

Lakewood Varsity baseball games have become an even biggerfamily event thanks to Ray's work as the official game announcer. Colorful commentary and positive promotion have kept the fans in the seats, and our concession stands busy all night.

Vince Frantz




 

Valley Forge Music Boosters Annual Duck Race Fundraiser

May 2, 2022

We recently hired Ray Carr to return as the emcee for the Valley Forge Music Boosters annual Live Duck Race Fundraiser. It's our biggest fundraiser of the year and the proceeds benefit all students involved in band, choir, orchestra, and color guard at Valley Forge High School. We had 180 guests and volunteers in attendance, and every single personhad nothing but the highest praise for this team!

Ray did a wonderful job keeping our event running smoothly, which was quite a feat! We had sideboards, raffle baskets, 50/50 raffles, and of course, our duck races all going at the same time. Ray was able to coordinate and announce everything without missing a beat, and kept the crowd engaged and interested throughout the twists and turns of our 6 hour long event! His positive attitude and professionalism were appreciated, as was his humor and calm demeaner. We can't wait to ask him back for our event next year, and I highly recommend him for any and all of your event needs.

- Michelle L. Haras-Terhune
Choir Director, Department Chair
Valley Forge High School
Parma City School District




 

Celebration Of Cleveland Rock History

April 10, 2021

Ray Carr is the consummate professional and gives the best interviews. Anyone who has ever been interviewed by Ray knows what a privilege it is. He asks the right questions and always adds interesting anecdotes to the conversation.

When I was seeking a partner for my Celebration of Cleveland Rock History, he was first on my list because he knows his stuff, brings out the best with those he works with, and is very dependable - which is gold these days!

If you're looking for a fun and entertaining emcee for your event, this is the guy you want. He knows his music and keeps the party moving forward.

I'm honored to call this talented man a good friend and rock 'n' roll history partner!

Deanna R. Adams
Author of Rock and Roll and the Cleveland Connection, Cleveland Rock and Roll Roots, Cleveland Rock and Roll Venues, and others.


 

Jog For Dogs

September 23, 2021

We heard about Ray through one of our volunteers who had seen him emcee another event she had atended. So we reached out, told Ray about our fundraising event and, as luck would have it, he was available.

Ray went so far as to come to the shelter, learn more about our organization, our goals for our fundraising event, and walk through what our expectations were. Throughout the many exchanges we had, both by e-mail and  phone, he was very amicable and enthusiastic, and even went so far as to have one of our representatives on his radio program to showcase the event.

On the day of the event he arrived (more than) on time, and was both parts the professional and “host with the most”. He was incredibly engaging with participants, walked around speaking with people, asking them about themselves (and their pups) and, despite a few hiccups (on our end), went with the flow. In fact, given his demeanor and the easy way that he adapted, outside of the team, I suspect participants didn’t even know things were amiss.

We would absolutely be delighted if he would come back and emcee our event again next year. Not only did we as a team love him, but unbeknownst to him, he received high praise from those in attendance as well.

Jen Huettich
Volunteer/Event Coordinator
Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter

 
 
 

Valley Forge HS Duck Race

September 21, 2020

Hello Ray,

I am writing to thank you for all the hard work and dedication you provided to our recent Duck Race fundraiser to benefit the Valley Forge High School music programs. You helped to raise over $5,000 for the music program.

This was your second year supporting our event. Your professionalism, and focus on our needs, was evident and well appreciated.

You took the time to understand all the components of our event, and stood out in promotion and keeping the mood light and enjoyable. I appreciate the way your set-up and tear-down was done in the background and without incident. The operation of the equipment was excellent. I appreciate the ability to share a wireless microphone  for some of the event communication.

Your continued promotion of “whats next.” throughout the evening kept everyone informed, and allowed the evening to progress in a well-organized fashion.

Thank you for helping to make our event a success!

Michael Lungo
Valley Forge Music Booster Past President
9999 Independence
Parma, OH 44130
Cell: 440-289-9391

 

 

You're Invincible Interview

March 20, 2021

Hello Raymond,

I am writing to thank you for a brilliant conversation we had. It was just beautiful the way it flowed from one topic to another.

I am so sure that all our viewers enjoyed this talk thoroughly as much as we did. It was indeed an honor to have you on our channel. I really appreciate your generosity and kindness.  Our conversation gave me a fresh insight on quite a few things and I'm grateful to you for the same.

Hope we can be able to contunie our conversations and be able to guide as many people and create value in their lives.

Thank you once again Raymond. Please take good care of yourself. With lots of grattitude.

Kind Regards, 
Abhiishhek Patel


 

Valley Forge HS Duck Race

July 25, 2020

Hello Ray,

I am writing to thank you for all the hard work and dedication you provided to our recent Duck Race fundraiser to benefit the Valley Forge High School music programs.

Your professionalism, and focus on our needs, was evident and well appreciated.

You took the time to understand all the components of our event, and stood out in promotion and keeping the mood light and enjoyable.

Our sideboard facilitator had this to say, “....the gentleman who was the MC and announcing everything was outstanding! I hope he’s back next year because I liked the way he kept it all moving and I especially liked how he kept announcing how many tickets were left on the sideboard.”

Thank you for helping to make our event a success!

Michael Lungo
President, Valley Forge Music Boosters
 

 

 

Monster Mutt Dash

October 30, 2019

All of us at Berea Animal Rescue Fund have been delighted to have Ray Emcee our largest fundraising event for years! He’s a true professional with a passion for his art. Ray keeps our supporters engaged, jovial and informed. We’d recommend him to anyone wanting the BEST!

We love you Ray!

Jules Russell
Marketing Chair / Event Coordinator
Berea Animal Rescue Friends “ARF”

 

 

Alison Arngrim and Robert Schoonover

October 9, 2019

From the "Nellie Newsletter" - 11/19/19

Upon arriving in Cleveland, we spent one entire morning in studio on The Ray Carr Show. This was a blast! Of course, once they had booked Alison to appear, they called back and asked if they could book Sock Monkey!! ("I need an agent", said Sock Monkey) No, really, check out their recent guests: Ray Carr Show. If  you go to their pictures page,  you'll find a bunch of shots of Alison & Monkey in the studio Ray Carr Studio Photos.

 

 
 

Fairview Park City Schools

March, 2019

RE: Ray Carr Services and Talents

It is with great pleasure and confidence that I recommend Ray Carr if you are in need of DJ services, an Emcee for an event, sports activity announcing or audio support for a program or presentation. There are few things more important than experience, quality and trust when working with someone on an important project or event, especially when it engages your community and/or key stakeholders. That is why it is without hesitation, and with the highest regard, that I am proud to recommend Ray Carr for your consideration. His intelligent, seasoned, witty and poised mastery of the microphone is fitting for any occasion. 

Sincerely,
Dr. William W. Wagner
Superintendent
Fairview Park City Schools
 

 

 

Kellie Karl 

September 11, 2015

Ray you are awesome! You know how to make an interviewee feel comfortable and want to talk and share. It felt great tp be interviewed by you! You have that special gift, and I now completely understand why so many celebrities are standing in line to be interviewed by you. Thank you so much for asking me to be on your show!

Kellie Karl
Hypnotist/Comedienne/Public Speaker/Singer/Dancer/Actress
https://www.kelliekarl.com

 

 

Lakewood Kiwanis Club

November 27, 2018

My old friend and fellow baseball coach came last Tuesday to visit and speak to the Lakewood Kiwanis Club at our weekly lunch meeting. Not only was Ray educational and entertaining, but he did a very good job of engaging the membership in light banter and gave witty answers to our many questions.  What a great experience it must have been to interview the multitude of guests he spoke of in his 30 minute PowerPoint presentation. As professional as Ray was, he stayed after our lunch meeting to socialize and continued to answer questions that the members continued to ask. Thanks Ray.

Bruce L. Giberson
 

 

 

Shoemaker-Welich Wedding

September 15, 2018

To anyone looking for an AMAZING DJ/Emcee, please consider Ray Carr!!  He was very thorough during the planning of my wedding. He thought of things I didn’t and was very accommodating when my daughter decided she wanted to sing a song for us at our reception. Ray is professional, affordable and, most importantly, makes you feel like you've known him for all your life. I highly recommend Him! The only thing you will regret, is not hiring him for your special event!  Thanks Ray so much for everything!!!

Valerie Welich

 

 

Duman-Ezell Wedding

August 18, 2018

We were recommended to Ray by a close friend of ours and we were SO HAPPY we did! Ray was absolutely excellent from song selection, preparedness, and his stellar professionalism. Just listen to this guy talk, you'll want that voice at your wedding as well! We met with Ray about a month before the wedding to review songs, first dances, proceeding, and requests. We were totally comfortable and confident having him at our wedding so we didn't need to worry about the music or announcements, it was time to for us sit back and relax. Ray was able to read the crowd and choose songs which incorporated our requests and were appropriate for the crowd (like if people were going strong on the dance floor or if many needed to catch a breath). Our guests all had a fantastic time! I would absolutely have Ray at our wedding or event again without hesitation, and I know you will too.

Aubrey Duman

 

 

Paciorek-Sedlak Wedding

July 28, 2018

Hey Ray,

Can’t thank you enough for doing us the honor of being the DJ at our wedding celebration! We really appreciate the time you took to work with us in picking out just the right songs, setting just the right mood and keeping things lively and entertaining throughout the whole celebration! Your suggestions were great and all of our guests couldn’t say enough about what a great time they had and that it was one of the best wedding parties ever. You have our recommendation to anyone who likes excitement and a great party. Thanks again so much and keep on ROCKING!!

All the best,

Connie & Jeff

 

 

West Shore Rotary: Summerfest 5K And 1M Fun Run

June 30, 2018

Ray Carr does a tremendous job as an emcee and/or DJ for a wide variety of special events.  His wit and humor bring laughs every time.  Ray is outstanding at announcing local sporting events and he does a great job spinning music for all any age groups at dances and special events.  He served as emcee for the Fairview Park Summerfest Rotary 5K race and got everyone ready to run!  He did a great job from set-up to clean-up, We will definitely use his services again.
 

Bill Wagner
Fairview Park City Schools
West Shore Rotary Club

 

 

Switaj-Petrullil Wedding

July 7, 2017

Great DJ! Ray managed to wrangle our somewhat not-so-organized group for introductions, got the party started and kept it going all night! Played all the right songs to keep our feet on the dance floor for a perfect wedding.

Lori E. Switaj

 

 

McMillan Wedding

June 17, 2017

Dear Ray, Thank you for the wonderful job you did at our wedding! The music selection was great and our guests had a great time!

Sincerely Doug and Marianne McMillan

 

 

Dezsi-Henniger Wedding

April 22, 2017

Dear Ray,

Thank you for being a part of one of the best days of our lives!! It was memorable and better than we could ever imagine, and we want to thank you for contributing to the day! Months later from our wedding family and friends are still talking about how great a time they had at our wedding and it's because of the great music you played along with great company. I don't recall a time that the dance floor wasnt occupied, because the music amd entertainment were perfect. Thank you for your entertainment and professionalism! We also want to let you know how much we appreciate you being flexible with last minute changes and add-ons, along with your willingness to make the night we wanted. It meant the world to have my sister play the flute during the reception, and I was so surprised with my sister's dance to the White Christmas Sister's song. We highly recommend your services to everyone and anyone who is looking for entertainment to fit everyone's taste and keep the party going.

 

Thank you again,

Mr. and Mrs. Josh and Brianna Henniger

 

 

Hall Wedding

July 23, 2016

Ray was an awesome DJ and sound coordinator for our wedding!  He had everyone dancing from ages 2 to 92.
Ray is indeed a man of action!/p>

J&P (Jon and Pam Hall)

 

 

Dembinski-Inman Wedding

December 12, 2015

Ray,

Everything was perfect! Thanks for being so awsome!

Marybeth Inman

 

 

Kubovcik Wedding

October 3, 2015

Ray,

First and foremost, my wife Erin and I want to Thank You so much for being a major part of making sure our wedding day was amazing! From our first meeting to discuss the music for the reception to the days prior to making sure we had everything squared away for audio during the celemony if it was to be outside (weather did not cooperate) and setups needed during the reception for introduction and toasts, nothing could have gone smoother. Your prefessionalism during every step and throughout the evening at our reception was top notch. Your attention to our desires and guidance of how the evening should flow was right on point. Without your direction through the night, our wedding reception couldn't have gone as great as it was! We definitely want to recommend you to anyone ever looking for a DJ for any event from wedding to charity, your on-stage presence in front of a large group of people was everything we expected for a great time! Again, Thank You, Ray, for being a key contribultor to an amazing day and evening we will never forget!

With Great Appreciation,

Chris & Erin Kubovcik

Chris and Erin Kubovcik

 

 

Niemi-Ogilby Wedding 

September 6, 2015

Ray,

Thank you! We had such a wonderful time. You were wonderful to work with - professional, timely, fun - you took our style and song choices into consideration and also were great at reading the crowd!

We had so much fun - dancing was one of my favorite parts. I especially loved when you announced everyone in the beginnig (that was a hit!) and also when you played my favorite song, "Happy" by Pharrell, and announced that it would make the bride happy if everyone danced to it :)

We had a great time and hope you did too!

Thanks for all your hard work and time. We felt blessed to have you!

Thanks!!!

Rachel Ogilby :)

 

 

Corrigan Wedding

August 22, 2015

Ray Carr was the best decision we could have made for our wedding. After making a few phone calls to local DJ services that advertise online and not being thrilled with the cost, my wife and I reached out to friends and family for advice. We were set up with Ray through my uncle, and it was the easiest relationship to start.

Ray was incredibly accommodating and thorough throughout the entire process leading up to our reception. From the first sit down we had with Ray it was clear he was the right choice. Ray really invested his time to make sure we were going to get exactly what we needed for our reception. 

Making sure that we were on the same page with the schedule for the evening was very important to us, and Ray could not have done a better job. His timing with each event was impeccable. From our bridal party introduction, to the cake cutting, and keeping everyone, literally everyone, on the dance floor all night. 

There was never a time through the whole process with Ray that we were uninformed, concerned about what was going to happen, or if the right music was going to be played. The consummate professional and absolute gentleman, I would recommend Ray for any event.

Thanks Ray!

Matt and Krista Corrigan

 

 

Cleveland Sight Center:  White Cane Walk

June 20, 2015

We have been working with Ray Carr for the past two years at our White Cane Walk fundraiser. Ray does a sensational job entertaining the crowd and keeping them engaged from event start to finish. He always brings something unique to each event - most importantly, everyone has FUN!

Steven Frohwerk
Manager of Agency Communications and Events

Cleveland Sight Center
 

 

Alzheimer's Association Cleveland Area Chapter: Blondes vs. Brunettes Fundraiser

June 13, 2015

To Whom It May Concern:

Ray has served as the in-game announcer for the Alzheimer's Association's Blondes vs. Brunettes flag football fundraiser for the past four years. He comes prepared and organized, which is greatly appreciated.

Ray does an excellent job interacting with the crowd, playing energetic music, and making it a fun and enjoyable experience for all. I'm happy to recommend the services of Ray Carr!

Kelly Needham
Donor & Events Manager
Alzheimer's Association Cleveland Area Chapter
 

 

 

Ohio District of the Lutheran Church

December 29, 2014

DJ Ray has been a welcome asset to our Youth Gatherings in the Ohio District of the Lutheran Church.  He provides up-to-date music for our young people's dancing enjoyment, all the while making sure that it's music that is respectable and appropriate for them.  He is professional and fun!  The dances at our events are much looked forward to and many of the youth take to the dance floor.  Ray adds the 'limbo', hoola hoop contests and more so that all can feel included in the fun.  We look no further for a dj for our event - annually we call Ray Carr - DJ Ray.

Blessings and joy!

Karen Dutton
Ohio District of the Lutheran Church

 

 

Jenkins Wedding

November 8, 2014

My wife and I recently booked (DJ) Ray (Carr) for our wedding reception.  We could not have been happier with our decision to go with Ray.  Ray is thorough, reliable, and responsive, and helped us to get through the complicated process of picking the right times for events, general playlist/song suggestions, and a lot of great suggestions for songs for our bridal dances.  Ray was there to setup his equipment at the reception hall a day before the wedding, along with testing it out to make sure it was up to our satisfaction.

He did an amazing job at the event, and he was more than worth the price paid for his services.  We had nothing but compliments about Ray, and you will too.

Sincerely,

Al and Michelle Jenkins
(The Happy Groom and Bride)

 

 

Kelley-Kraus Wedding

October 18, 2014

Ray,

Thank you for the wonderful job you did at our wedding on October 18! We’ve gotten so many compliments on how awesome our DJ was &  what a fun time people had at the reception. The dance floor was never empty! You went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. We were so happy that you were able to play our slideshow of pictures during our first dance as a couple, the mother/son dance and father/daughter. It was such a relief to know that we had a professional DJ working for us. We didn’t have to worry about a thing during the reception! Thank you so much for everything Ray! It was definitely a night to remember! We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend you to anyone looking for a DJ! Thanks again!!

Taylor & Katie Kraus

 

 

Monster Mutt Dash

October 12, 2014

Ray,

Thank you for helping to make the 7th Annual Monster Mutt Dash & Howl-O-Ween AfterParty a great time for our 1,200 guests, and a great success for the homeless animals who rely on us. Once again you were organized and on top off all the details of our complex (and hectic) event. We could not have asked for anything better from you. Thanks for being a friend to all of us here at Berea ARF!

Juleen Russell
Berea Animal Rescue Friends "ARF"
 

 

 

Rohrich Wedding

October 4, 2014

Ray,

Thank you so much for the amazing job you did at our wedding! We got so many compliments on how awesome the music at our wedding was.  There was never a dull moment, people were constantly on the dance floor, and that can only be achieved through good music being played! It meant so much to us knowing we had a professional and skilled DJ playing at our ceremony and reception.  You really and truly helped make our night special and we cannot thank you enough! Our family has been so blessed to have had you as the DJ at several of our family's weddings, and I would not hesitate to recommend you to everyone!

Thanks again,

Angelica & Jon Rohrich

 

 

Trella-Megas Wedding

September 19, 2014

Ray Carr was our first choice as master of ceremonies and DJ for our wedding reception! We have worked with Ray before with Cleveland’s Blondes vs. Brunettes women’s flag football fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association. The charisma, professionalism, experience, and personality he displays for the Blondes vs. Brunettes game as the announcer is a fan favorite, and I knew his skills would translate well to working as a DJ for our wedding reception.  Ray was very helpful and responsive in helping us craft a wedding reception that met our goal of being “different” than the traditional, formal, sit-down reception.  While Ray could certainly deliver on that standard approach, we wanted a reception that was more interactive, less stuffy without formal seating or meals and only hors d'oeuvre (essentially we wanted to throw a party with drinks, food, and dancing).

We had not ever attended a similar wedding reception that we wanted for ourselves, so the flow and format was a concern of ours going in – however, we met with Ray a few times at the reception location and via phone/email, and he helped us to build the best and most fun reception for us.  We recommend trying the “Shoe Game” and having Ray host it, as for many of our guests it was a highlight of their night with us (Google the “Shoe Game”).

Ray was also very good at playing music and changing the music to accommodate the mood of the attendees, so there was always healthy and fun energy.  We provided Ray with a list of songs that we definitely wanted, and songs to consider, and he worked them in.

Ray’s ability to ad-lib and play off the audience to make the night engaging is second to none, and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a professional announcer or DJ for their event.  Thanks Ray!

Joe Trela & Lindsay Meggas (married August 8, 2014)

 

 

The Alzheimer's Association

September 1, 2014

Dear Ray,

On behalf of the Cleveland Area Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, thank you for generously volunteering your time and talents to serve as the play-by-play announcer, deejay and host of Cleveland’s Blondes vs. Brunettes (BvBCLE) women’s flag football game.  Since our inaugural game in 2012, it has been a privilege to have your professionalism, great follow-through and clever and crowd-pleasing humor as part of our event.   

Every year the BvBCLE players, coaches and spectators give stellar reviews about the entertainment and excitement you add to our competitive game day atmosphere.  Our sponsors are also pleased with the verbal recognition you give them throughout the game.

From pre-game preparation to the post-game handshake, your commitment to the event and the cause is appreciated by the players, coaches and committee members who also donate their time to fight Alzheimer’s.  Thank you for all you do to help us deliver winning results with more than $120,000 raised to date for free programs and services and research to find a cure!

With gratitude,

Sheryl Berman
Community Events Coordinator
Alzheimer's Association Cleveland Area Chapter

 

 

Jenkins Wedding

April 26, 2014

My husband and I were married on April 26th, and we had the pleasure of having Ray Carr as our DJ. Ray was an absolute professional during our wedding planning experience. Not only did he guide us on typical wedding protocol, but he also offered tons of invaluable experience. It’s evident that his 30+ years in the wedding business are well-earned. Ray has a natural ability to read any crowd. I don’t think there was a time that the dance floor wasn’t filled with people! Ray was even playing tunes that inspired our crowd to lift the groom up joyously in a crowd-surfing spectacle.  He’s that good!

Ray also kept in close contact with us throughout our wedding planning experience, and did not leave a single detail untouched. In fact, there were several times Ray called to make sure we were on the same page with song choices, the order of events, and other fine minutiae I missed. When things did not go exactly as planned during our ceremony (they never do!), Ray was able to discreetly cover up our mistakes. Ray truly thinks on his feet, a crucial trait for a wedding DJ to possess.

Many of our guests also commented that we had the best music of any wedding they attended, which is a wonderful thing to hear. While we did supply Ray with a playlist, we also gave him free reign to play songs of his choosing. His collection of music is astounding, and his knowledge of all musical eras will easily accommodate all wedding couples and other events

Ray Carr comes highly recommended! His skills and expertise are unrivaled. He promised us an awesome wedding experience, and he definitely delivered. Bravo!

Sarah Jenkins

 

 

Brook Park Memorial Elementary School

April 19, 2014

To Whom It May Concern,

I would like to highly recommend Mr. Ray Carr as a Disc Jockey for any event. Ray has the ability to keep an event moving with high energy. His musical selections please both young and old and the dance floor is never empty. Ray is well organized and professional, yet is very flexible. He plays every request and also makes impromptu announcements willingly and smoothly.

Ray's hula-hoop and limbo contests are a joy for everyone. His humor and good-natured manner insure a fun time for all.

I have employed Ray as a disc jockey on two occasions, and I have been extremely pleased both times. I enthusiastically recommend Ray Carr as a Disc Jockey. Please feel free to contact me should you need any further information.

Sincerely,

Michael P. Kostyak
Principal
Brook Park Memorial Elementary School

 

 

Digney-Hales Wedding

March 15, 2014

Ray,
I just wanted to thank you for everything you did for our wedding reception on March 15th! The night went so smoothly, and that is mostly because of your great planning and organization! We received so many compliments about the selection of music that was played throughout the night, how everything flowed so well, and, specifically, how great the DJ was. Jes and I had a wonderful experience working with you, and we recommend you to anyone we know who is needing a DJ! Hope all is going well, thank you again!

Shannon Hales (Digney)

 

 

Brian and Carol Barrett Wedding

December 3, 2013

Ray,

I wanted to thank you for your DJ services that you performed for our wedding in October. When we were getting all the other things arranged for the wedding, it was calming to know that we had the music taken care of. When the day came, you were nothing but a professional. We were set up outside, and when it started to hail outside, I saw you bringing in your equipment and going with a backup plan you already had, and I didn’t even know you had this. It ended up being outside, and you were ready. From the time we entered the hall for the bridal introductions to the last song, it was all great. We supplied you with a request list and it was all played with great execution that only a pro could do. The wedding ended early on our part, and you made sure that the songs you played kept the crowd on the floor. It was the first wedding I have been to were the dance floor was never empty! And it was mine! The guests all wanted to know where we found you, and they were very impressed by your talent. Once again, thanks for your AWESOME SERVICE.

Brian & Carol Barrett

 

 

Laura and Brent Flood Wedding

September 28, 2013

Ray,

Words can't express how much we enjoyed working with you! You did an amazing job. Our guests loved the music all night! Thank you for bringing the party alive. We hope to work with you again in the future.

Best Wishes,

Laura and Brent Flood

 

 

Berea Animal Rescue Friends (ARF): 6th Annual Monster Mutt & Howl-O-Ween After Party

October 13, 2013

Ray,

All of the Paws 'N Whiskers of ARF want to extend a huge paw of thanks to you for Emceeing our 6th Annual Monster Mutt Dash and Howl-O-Ween After Party. You were both upbeat and fun, and the consummate professional, keeping our face-paced, mulch-faceted event on track and focused, all while entertaining our 1,200 guests and their furry family members. Anyone looking for someone to help their event run seamlessly should give you a call. Thanks again for making this year's "Dash" the best one yet!

Juleen Russell, Berea Animal Rescue Friends

 

 

Alzheimer's Association Cleveland Area Chapter

July 16, 2013

Dear Ray,

Your generous donation of time and talent has helped to create a successful fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association’s Cleveland Area Chapter.  It is a privilege to have you serve as our game day announcer, DJ and host for the Blondes vs. Brunettes women’s flag football game.  The players and coaches hone their fundraising and football skills prior to the much anticipated event day.  Once the big day arrives, they look to you to parallel the excitement on the field with your pre-game music to pump up the teams, player and coach introductions, play-by-play announcements, and color commentating. 

Our sponsors are also pleased with the “on-air” recognition you give them throughout the game.  Your humor, coupled with your genuine care and concern about our cause, shines through everything you do, resulting in a fun and meaningful day for the participants, sponsors and fans alike. 

We literally look to you to put on a one-man show from the press box!  We have a winning recipe for continued growth in game day attendance and revenue with your talents behind the microphone.  We look forward to having you back for the 3rd annual Blondes vs. Brunettes event.

With gratitude,

Sheryl Berman

Community Events Coordinator

 

 

Gentilli-Quinn Wedding 

July 8, 2013

Dear Mr. Carr,

Sherie and I had a great time during our recent wedding reception. Having the opportunity to spend time with all our friends and family at the most special event of our lives was a fantastic experience. Everything went according to plan, and you were a vital part to that plan.

We had a great feeling about working with you after our initial meeting. Your immense knowledge of music, spanning several genres and time periods, is very impressive. Equally impressive is your large collection of music. Your knowledge and vast collection of music would be assets to any future events.

We would be more than willing to ask for your services for any of our future events that would require them. Not only were you responsive during the lead up to our wedding, you also did me a personal favor by getting me in touch with a contact of yours in a non-related matter. That personal touch was above and beyond our expectations. You actually care about helping your clients, and it shows.

You were a consummate professional. We cannot say enough concerning how pleased we were with your performance, and would highly recommend you to anybody.

Sincerely,

Brian P. Quinn

 

 

Cleveland State University: WCSB Open House

April 10, 2013

Hi Ray,

I wanted to say a big THANK YOU for donating your time, equipment and your DJ voice for WCSB during Cleveland State University's "Open House" on Saturday, April 6, 2013. The event was a huge success (CSU had over 2,000 visitors) and WCSB and you played an important role in making our visitors feel welcome and enjoy their visit.

Thanks again for all you do for WCSB!

Best,

Daniel Lenhard

Student Media and Web Specialist

 

 

Rocky River High School

April 9, 2013

Ray Carr worked in the Athletic Office at Rocky River High School from January to April 2013. He did an outstanding job, and was always very thorough and punctual with his work. Ray was a consummate professional in his "public" duties as a basketball announcer for both our boys and girls basketball teams. He also served as an announcer for our Community College Challenge charitable game.

In addition to Ray's "public" duties, Ray did great work behind the scenes in the Athletic Department, where he was a great asset in helping to input and cross-check athletic schedules for the 2013-2014 school year. His work was very thorough, detail-oriented and accurate.

Lastly, Ray was given the task of evaluating our outdoor sound system in the stadium, and helping us find a solution to repair and improve the quality of our sound for our outdoor events. Ray worked with several contractors and found a very suitable, sustainable solution to repair and improve our outdoor environment.

Ray is a conscientious and hard worker. He helped make Rocky River Athletics better from his work.

Sincerely,

Mark Wagner

 

City of North Olmsted

Dear Ray,

As Mayor of the City of North Olmsted, and on behalf of all residents, please accept my most sincere thanks for the music and entertainment you provided at the North Olmsted USA Salute to Veterans event on Friday, August 26, 2011. This event was a great success and had a sense of community and gratitude that was enjoyed by all. We are thankful for the effort you made to help us celebrate the men and women of our armed forces, past and present. There is no greater sacrifice than their service to our nation.

My administration was pleased to work together with you in this venture and we look forward to partnering with you again in the future. If I can ever be of service to you please let me know. I can be reached at (440) 716-4164.

Sincerely,

Kevin M. Kennedy
Mayor

 

 

Normandy High School

I wanted to thank you for becoming the voice of the Normandy Invaders Boys Basketball team. Your gameday enthusiasm was infectious and created an environment that fostered school spirit and Invader Pride. You truly are in a league of your own when it comes to announcing high school basketball games. The community has embraced you as one of their own. I can’t tell you the number of spectators that have sought me out to thank me for bringing you into our program. Your commentary and player nicknames have created an “event” atmosphere at Normandy home games. I appreciate the professional preparation that you brought to every game. I look forward to having you in this program for as long as I am here. Thanks again.

“The Legendary” John Silva
Boys Basketball Coach
Normandy High School

 

 

Cleveland Cavaliers

”On behalf of the Cleveland Cavaliers organization, I want to thank Ray for being our guest MC the second year in a row for the Cavaliers Cheerleading Competition. You have brought the event to life by drawing the fans into the competition with your jokes and suspense. Your presence is invaluable when it comes to keeping the event on schedule, which is critical due to NBA timelines. I thoroughly enjoyed working with you and look forward to working with you again!"

Meredith Scerba
Group Events Coordinator
Cleveland Cavaliers

 

 

Northeast Ohio Challenger Baseball

“I would like to express my deepest gratitude and commend DJ Ray for volunteering his time and effort to special-needs children at the 2009 Ohio State Challenger Tournament held in Parma on July 17, 2009. His interaction with the children was a great success and brought much joy and happiness to the participants of this tournament. DJ Ray’s performance was an enhancement to the three-day event and will be remembered forever in the minds of the Ohio Challenger baseball players. We thank DJ Ray for his generosity and kindness.”

James Cipriani
President, NEO Challenger

 

 

Cinadr-Veersteg Wedding

“Thank you for an excellent evening of music. The dance floor was packed the entire evening—a tribute to the fine selection of songs that you, Annie and Tom picked out. And thank you for playing the father/daughter song—that was very important to us. Thanks again on behalf of the entire family and all of the guests!”

Marty Cinadr (father of the bride)
Annie and Tom Versteeg, married May 2009

 

Vermillion Ballroom Benefit

Thanks so much for your excellent work at the Vermillion benefit. You really made the event come alive with your running commentary, contests and games, and your knowledge of music. As usual, you did a great job, and I will continue to use your services in future events.”

Robert M. Warshawsky
President, Seven Oaks Financial Corporation

 

 

Lakewood High School Athletics

"I just want to take this opportunity to thank Ray for the Academy Award performance he put on at our Fourth Annual Al Gruss/Tony Dibiasio Early Bird Baseball Tournament. His sense of humor and short skits kept everyone in attendance on their toes and listening intensely to every word that came out of his mouth. His ability to keep the audience, of all ages young and old, involved was important to the success of our Tournament. He literally became one of the high points of the Tournament. He left all the baseball fans talking about the performance long after he had left. When you hire DJ Ray, you don't just get a deejay BUT an entire performance that keeps everyone at the event participating in all the activities that he provides."

Jerry Gruss
Head Baseball Coach

 

 

Lakewood Community Recreation & Education Department

"Ray has been our middle school football announcer for the past couple of years. Ray does an outstanding job as an announcer for the football program. He is very comfortable behind the microphone, and you can tell he has plenty of experience in this field. He does an excellent job of mixing music, play-by-plays and humor to entertain the spectators. I have heard nothing but high praise from the parents and coaches in regards to Ray's announcing. He keeps the audience involved by reading different trivia questions throughout the game. He also provides a prize to the spectator with the correct answer. I never have to worry if Ray will provide an entertaining game for everyone involved. He delivers every time."

Kurt S. Shoaff
Youth Athletics Manager

 

 

Lakewood High School

Ray has been providing outstanding volleyball play-by-play game analysis and entertainment to spectators at Lakewood High School athletic events for past four years. Ray is a perfectionist, always arriving early to set up and to ensure that the evening runs smoothly. Ray is also dependable and will let me know in advance if he is unable to be at the match. Each year, spectators from the Lakewood community, as well as from opposing schools, compliment me on Ray's energetic, smooth, and often humorous commentary. I personally have never seen a better sports announcer than Ray, and am thrilled that we have such a talent at Lakewood. His abilities make our matches even more exciting."

Brigid Arbeznik
Volleyball Head Coach

 

 


photo by RPC Photo/Holly McGowan
Raymond Carr, with help from Karie Staudt, draws the winner of a raffle at the Hudson Community First Hudsonopoly fundraiser
Nov. 10, 2007 at the American Legion Hall.

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