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Ray Cashman

Gumbo Troubadour

Mississippi singer, songwriter, and guitarist Ray Cashman has spent more than three decades crafting his own brand of raw, blues-driven American roots music. With a powerful voice, masterful finger picking, amplified foot percussion, and storytelling steeped in the Southern tradition, Cashman’s songs bridge the gap between front-porch authenticity and modern grit.

For the last 15 years, Cashman has toured Western Europe annually, building a loyal audience and earning a reputation as a captivating live performer. His shows balance hard-hitting, original blues-oriented songs with the kind of fiery musicianship that comes only from a lifetime on the road.

Beyond the stage, Cashman’s music has reached international audiences through television and motion picture placements, bringing his distinctive sound to screens worldwide. His discography reflects a dedication to songwriting and performance that is both timeless and relevant, showcasing the evolution of an artist deeply rooted in tradition yet unafraid to carve new paths.

With a career that has taken him across the United States and around the globe, Cashman continues to push forward, seeking new audiences and new opportunities for collaboration in Europe and beyond. Whether in an intimate club, a festival stage, or a packed theater, he delivers songs that resonate—music born of experience, soul, and an unshakable connection to the blues.

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Blues Blast Magazine

“  Houston Electric is very much a blues-rock album rather than pure blues, but it is played with such technical facility, muscular confidence and unabashed joy that it is very hard not to enjoy it. And if your tastes lean towards the heavier side of blues-rock spectrum, you will definitely want to check it out. A rather impressive release. ” - Rhys Williams

— Blues Blast Magazine

Blues Matters 

 gumbo troubadour' Cashman’s mastery of the Southern Cajun and blues styles are highlighted on his sixth album Slow Drag. Released on Knick Knack records.  There are some finely crafted songs on this album with enough variation in style and tempo to keep it fresh interesting and enjoyable.  ” - Allen

— Blues Matters

 

Ray Cashman approach is completely unpretentious, original and creative. He performs mostly his  original songs, mixing gritty Tom Waite like vocals over the top of raw North Mississippi style rhythms and slide guitar. He is not a white boy interpreting blues, he is completely himself, no schtick. Cool and funky"

Houston Blues Society

 

 

No Country Nashville 

 Ray CashmanAcme Feed & Seed; Nashville, TNSeptember 29, 2015 Words by Jacob Ryan (@GonzoWithGusto). Photos by Mick Leonardy . Ray Cashman Mixing up our weekly showcase a bit, I was stoked to see a real-life bluesman doing his thing in front of a good sized dinner crowd. Ray Cashman hails from Conroe, TX, outside Houston, and he has all the dirt and grit to him that you would expect form a Texas blues picker. His hands reminded me of bear paws, as he delicately picked out the notes on his weathered guitar, his rich and crackling voice barking out the lyrics. He had a resonator guitar player accompanying him, whom played with a slide skillfully. There was also an up-right electric bassist, something you definitely don’t see everyday. Together they all bellowed out the the deep blues. My favorite original track, “Feel No Pain,” came early in the set, and a Townes Van Zandt cover later gave me chills. All in all, he was a breath of fresh air and a resident blues practitioner you should get in your life ASAP. ” - Jacob Ryan

— No Country

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