Ray&Co: White Noise Visions
Artist: Raymond Nainggolan
Blue Duck Records 2010
15 Tracks
Running Time: 53 Minutes
 
Raymond Nainggolan (known professionally as Ray&Co) is a multi-talented artist who comes from West Papua in Indonesia. Always interested in music, Ray went to Gordon College, Mass. and was influenced by Ben Harper’s music. “White Noise Visions” is the first CD release with Blue Duck Records. 
 
Highlights of the CD include the first track, and title song, “White Noise,"  with active percussion accompanying the singer. “That’s Love” showcases Ray’s vocal style and lyrics of  “…love is patient, love is kind, purify and make me whole..” “Midnight Carousel” has a catchy melody that lingers long after the CD is finished. “It Is Done” starts out with rhythmic percussion and chant that lends a South Seas touch to a song speaking of  “…no fear of rejection..”
 
Ray&Co reach out to the audience and bring them in with clear vocals, interesting lyrics and a strong instrumental style. Not only that, but the CD sits in a cleverly designed holder. 
 
Copyright 2010 Marie Asner