/UCWE/ - With a well overdue formal introduction to the music industry, Black Ark Entertainment’s heart-throb singer/songwriter/producer, Ray, has inked a deal with Konvict/Universal music group this past Friday October 21, 2005. Konvict Music, the new record label headed by Platinum selling artist "Akon,” has decided to sign on the “R&B Thug-Lovin” artist Ray.

Rooting from the streets of Atlanta, Ga where music has become a new found cultural movement, Ray has certainly taken advantage with the new single “Southern Lovin,” blasting the radio airwaves across the region.

Many acclaimed producers have vested an interest in Ray’s career thus far. Grabbing the trends by the horns, producers, Jazzy Pha, Dallas Austin, and Tricky Stewart, has already notice that Ray is indeed the next “big hit”.

For singer/song writer Ray, the new Konvict/ Universal record deal has spawned immediate momentum. Ray has experienced in the past few days an over-whelming response to his sudden success. Ray is no stranger to the overwhelming success of the music industry.

“We are excited about the new deal with Konvict,’ said Big Drew, manager to RAY/CEO of Black Ark Entertainment.” “ Akon is a long time friend of mine, it was only a matter of time for us to work out the particulars of the new deal.”

Following in the footsteps of R. Kelly, one of Ray’s inspirations, Ray has been racking up the writing credits for some of the industries top RnB artist of today. Having written “knock, knock, knock” for Gerald Levert’s A Stroke of Genius album Ray is just beginning on his journey for success.

To get a little taste of the “Southern Lovin” log on to www.blackarkentertainment.com. You have full access to songs off the up coming album, photos, fan club sign up, and information on when Ray will be coming to a city near you.

About Black Ark Entertainment is a full scale entertainment company that prides itself on producing, promoting, and managing new and up and coming talent. Based in Atlanta, Ga, President/CEO of Black Ark Entertainment, Big Drew has dedicated himself to contributing to the advancement of independent acts without any representation as well as more seasoned acts in the market today. With influence on early acts like “Soul for Real,” Black Ark Entertainment executive staff realizes the true essence of finding and nutureing quality talent to jump start a quality music career. The executive staff is made up of experienced staff members with over 10 years of experience.

 

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