Ray McGinnis | Hobbyist Composer & Songwriter | NGR Music Directory
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Ray McGinnis is a passionate hobbyist composer and songwriter
born in the deep south of the USA, bringing decades of musical experience to his original creations. With a background as an oboist, bass player, and recording engineer, Ray has honed his craft through years of performance and technical work, now channeling that expertise into thoughtful, heartfelt compositions shared independently. His music reflects personal inspiration and southern roots
—evoking the warmth, storytelling, and soulful depth of the region
—while embracing an indie, hobbyist spirit that resonates with listeners seeking authentic, unpretentious soundscapes
As an independent artist, Ray has found a welcoming home on NGR Music TV and New Groovin Rhythms, where his music receives consistent airplay and community love.
Deep South Hobbyist Composer & Songwriter
Ray’s style blends instrumental indie elements with melodic warmth, creating tracks that feel both intimate and expansive. His standout piece “Gas Giants” has become a fan favorite, earning heavy rotation and features on NGR Music TV.
This track, paired with a creative music video concept (like “Cleaning 1970s Camper Couch Cushions”), is a fan video made by one of the NGR Music community members to showcase his music.
Other original works highlight his versatility
—from reflective southern-flavored pieces to more atmospheric indie compositions
—always grounded in genuine emotion and craftsmanship.
His tracks have trended on NGR charts, appeared in curated mixes, and earned enthusiastic support from the indie music community.
Ray’s journey
—from performance and engineering to crafting personal, shareable compositions
—inspires fellow hobbyists and fans who value music made purely for the love of it.
As part of the NGR Musician Directory
Ray McGinnis represents the heart of independent, southern indie artistry:
self-taught, authentic, and dedicated to creating music that connects on a human level. Whether discovering him through NGR’s live streams, radio episodes, or artist spotlights, his work offers a refreshing escape into melodic, soul-infused indie soundscapes.
Featured Tracks
Gas Giants
Stream Ray McGinnis now on NGR Music TV
listen to “Gas Giants” and more on SoundCloud (soundcloud.com/ray-mcginnis), follow shares and updates via NGR tags or social platforms (X, Facebook, Reddit mentions), and dive into his catalog for original deep south-inspired indie music. For fans of hobbyist composers, southern indie instrumental tracks, and heartfelt independent creations, Ray McGinnis is a hidden gem worth discovering.
NGR Music Radio Features
Ray McGinnis tracks have been played on various NGR episodes, connecting with listeners who appreciate independent composers.
- Featured Songs and NGR Musicians Letters “Q-R”
- New Music by Spacey Panda & Orange A Boom
- Getting Ready for My Birthday, New Music, Announcements
- New Music November – Take My Time by Atlas Rising
- True Crime and Hot New Music
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