MOST EMBARRASSING MOMENT OF MY CAREER!

[@shaodynasty1017]

Ray straight up, your fans that day got a treat. I honestly would pay TO see a super heavy ass live instrumental show! Too many shitty vocalists play in local bands, so this was probably a huge change for people. Keep your head up brother, you made the best of it. Stay metal! \m/ . We always love you no matter what Ray!

[@xanderraymondcharles]

Thanks so much!

[@chrisbauman2562]

Finding a good metal vocalist is border line impossible

[@tasteless7795]

At the end of the day while it sucks it’s not your fault, you had a job and you fulfilled it and still killed the set. The vocalist is the only one who should feel embarrassed, ditching on multiple months of prep is not something you do to your band mates and friends.

[@chrisinkansas1362]

Hey buddy, you adapted and overcame! You guys still smashed it, and even though you felt betrayed you still came in with all the energy as if nothing happened like a true professional. Keep your head up and keep moving forward broski. 🤘🤘

[@xanderraymondcharles]

Hey thanks so much

[@espjames1]

Ray, it's moments like this that make you a stronger person. Without adversity there is no growth.

[@dinodemilio2880]

I second that!

[@erbilkop5702]

Hear hear. No bad, only experience ;) hang in tight brother

[@shawnhockey4841]

Very kind words 🎸🤘

[@ConcreteDream]

Facts

[@razrbladedreams2412]

Ray I love your content man. You're like the Bob Ross of metal. It wasn't a mistake, just a happy accident. Stay up and stay metal🤘🤘

[@yvesonmars]

Bad nights happen, for any reasons. But you did not give up. You went on stage with the worst possible conditions and you delivered. Congratulations, man! Never give up. Never let anyone take the fun away from you. Hope you find a singer that respects and shares the same values as you.

[@davidt9513]

Vocalist have been the #1 cause of drama in every band I have been in. I don't understand why they always seem to cause so many issues.

[@andrewkelley3434]

Ray, let me tell you a story. My band back in the mid nineties had an audition for a gig and our vocalist decided he was too good to show up and shit...so we did the audition anyway, we got the gig and then when we told him that we got the spot, he was pissed that we auditioned without him. Long story short, we had him replaced before the show, we had 3 weeks and got it done. Sorry it happened to you man, it sucks, but what can you do? Keep your chin up, stay metal!

[@Porkweasel76]

Priorities have to be in focus for a band to be successful. If they aren't, you have to cut away the dead weight. Unfortunate, but for the sake of a band's reputation for professionalism, there's not many other choices but to move on from them.

[@marhier]

Music > Vocalists I'd have enjoyed that set probably more than I would have if you _had_ the vocalist.

[@KeeshKush]

Can feel how heavy your heart is about this. I am so sorry Ray, I hope everything is okay with everyone and nothing too serious happened. Y'all sounded great as an instrumental regardless. Glad you guys still played.

[@OODZUTSU]

Man, looks like you killed it! You should be proud! It def sucks that happened and id def be pissed as well, but hold your head high, brother!

[@xanderraymondcharles]

Thank you 😌🙌

[@deannafisher2658]

Props to you guys for going on with the show. Would have been really easy to just turn around and head back home, but you showed up for your fans. Total respect…you are a class act!

[@baritonecult622]

Its moments like these when you realize where the weak links in the chain are. Break them and move on. Bravo for banging it out, Cheers BC

[@salimburgia8646]

Respect goes out to you my friend and the other members of your band for still showing up and doing the show like professionals. Seen this happen to a lot of bands at shows where they announce that their set will be an instrumental one due to their singer not showing up. The show must go on at the end of day…Learn from the experience and grow stronger as you move forward… Your channel is great and keep up the great work! 🤘

[@jeffreymartinez5829]

You showed up, you killed it, you did your job. You can be embarrassed, but it wasn't your fault. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Stay metal, Ray. Your name can also be a mantra!!

[@andymonte576]

Dang Bro. This sucks but appreciate you being honest and sharing this with us. Sending you positive vibes! Love your channel!

[@mst3884]

so sorry you had to go through that ray. you spread so much positivity to everyone else, and you deserve that back. i know the feeling. we’re always here for you bro

[@ohword7950]

plug that aux cord/bluetooth to your phone and jam out to the missing band member, im sure you have the isolated voice tracks somewhere as well if the song itself muddies everything up. learn the lesson to be had here or be doomed to repeat it. vid bummed me out but it cant get much real than this i love it, much love bro keep pushing forward

[@Starch1b2c3d4a]

Hell no

[@ohword7950]

@@Starch1b2c3d4a youre right he should just keep getting embarrassed every time a band member flakes and not prepare for the worst at all

[@pjstraightedge]

Watching this now and seeing that you're back on tour and kicking ass today makes me smile. Adversity only makes us stronger, and you're living proof of that. Happy for you Ray. Keep inspiring and laying down them heavy riffs. 🤙🏻

[@ronchabot3449]

All good brother just keep rocken and do what you do 🤘🎸

[@xanderraymondcharles]

Thank you so much I really appreciate you

[@ianjohnston8057]

Every moment of adversity brings opportunity to grow. Love your attitude of rolling with the punches and doing your best despite the hardship. Props to you for making the show go on, brother.

[@cesararias4633]

Keep your head up brother! Fans got you!!! Much love from Barcelona!

[@ThatMFShawnzy]

110% the reason I’ve never had a real band. Finding people that are as passionate as I am. No one is reliable. But you showed up and still delivered what you could. Great job, Ray.

[@lucwilson1]

You handled that professionally and made the most of a shitty situation. Sign of a true performer. Keep rockin!

[@joshobrien4960]

Ray, love ya man. Thanks for being so honest to your viewers. Keep shredding my friend.

[@jeffdean277]

Keep your head up brother! Your channel is amazing, the music is brutal, and no one can take the love you have for the music!

[@nunofmpires]

You still went on with it and still put yourself up there. You should be nothing but proud of yourself. You are walking the right path and if the vocalist can't keep up maybe it's time to find someone who has the same passion. Keep up the good work, i wish someday i can play live too despite living in a place where metal is pretty much dead as far as live shows go. Cheers

[@patrick2365]

Dude! I'm so sorry that happened to you and your band! Not only did you guys go out there an kill it anyway, but I bet this will be a blessing in disguise, many let downs are. One door closes so another can open! Walk in with open arms and accept the success that is now waiting for you.

[@bilal59446]

Nothing to be embarrassed about dude. You were killing it out there. These things are part of life and help you become stronger and are essential to your mental and spiritual growth. Chin up, take the bitter with the better. Best wishes for the future.

[@TheThehitman63124]

You adapted to the situation and smashed it from what iv seen but to tell the truth it sounds like you guys need a new vocalist but I do understand the frustration when a live show doesn’t go as planned my bands last live show we had to stop halfway though the set due to various technical issues and it fucking sucked especially when there was a journalist for one of the UK’s biggest metal magazines in the crowd luckily he liked our sound and spoke to us after the show and said he was looking forward to seeing us again but these things happen.

[@BIGFUPES312]

I was in a band where our guitar player did the exact same thing. It sucks man, but you’ll find a way to get through it. We tune in to see you and you’ll always have support from your viewers!

[@xanderraymondcharles]

Hey thanks so much 🙌

[@rudybanegas1234]

I can’t imagine trying to play a full set with a vocalist, bass player and drummer. Ray you are fortunate that wasn’t the issue.

[@emanuelrayvillaflores7759]

It's not your fault, you played your heart out despite the lack of vocals and show must go on. I've been there before and you did better than me, I refused to perform because no one would play drums but you went on and played your heart out with a great set, respect to you Ray. Stay Metal.

[@circlesofficialmusic]

Brother, you shouldn’t be embarrassed. You sounded fucking awesome!!! She should be embarrassed for not showing up to her commitment. Y’all rocked the shit out of that stage & if I were to be honest, she would’ve probably gotten in the way. Be well & stay strong!!! 🤘🏻

[@JoshuaM8]

Yeah I can understand that frustration and sadness when an element out of your control takes away something from you, nothing you could do to avoid that and that feeling of powerlessness is what sucks the most. Stay strong and know that you performed to the best of your ability and in fact did what many would not have the balls to do.....you still went ahead and performed for the fans, despite having that element missing! Many would have cancelled and not faced the fans if that happened, you put yourself out there and performed your best for those fans. That is commendable and the people that night would have felt that, seen that and you will have established something very special....respect from the fans. You did the right thing and if I had come to see the band perform, heard that the singer hadn't turned up, I would have dreaded hearing it was cancelled, so for you to hit that stage I know if I had been there it would have been a relief and incredible to have seen the dedication you and the rest of the band had to the fans. Stay strong Ray, you were incredible!

[@ThrillingTwo]

My heart goes out to you SMR. The important thing is you faced it and went out there and Did it. It's over, now it's part of your story and you're a better person and performer from it. Respect for persevering when you probably just wanted to disappear. \m/

[@inexorable7266]

That sux bro! It's really hard to find others that want to dedicate the time to make something exceptional. Wish you the best!

[@harpermcnicol2703]

Stay strong ray man! 🤘

[@Raithmir]

I missed this video and didn't realise what had happened with the band change so went back and found this. Damn, sucks seeing SMR upset. You're like a beacon of positivity and smiles man! Really hope things go well with the new band. Your content lately is great, hope you're well.

[@mikedobbs8629]

Definitely keep us updated on what happens next

[@willesposito9165]

I understand your pain homie. I've been trying to put a band together for 6 months and it has been a struggle. It's hard to find reliable musicians and make it all work.

[@codysroom6303]

I'm a guitar player been trying to start a band for about 6 months as well and I found a drummer who told me he was good but he was terrible. I'm not the best guitar player in the world I'm no Shredder but pretty good Rhythm player and the guy just could not keep time or come up with any kind of a Beat that resembled what I was playing I put ads out looking for drummers bassist and another guitar player for lead but I've gotten no responses I live in a really small town of people who for the most part are into country music I'm into Punk thrash and Metal and the songs I write are kind of like a combination of all of that maybe some emo core in there as well

[@inexorable7266]

We started writing music again, just two if us in the band. Keep looking around! You can make shit happen.

[@Ravenclawsc]

looks like you guys still killed it man. you shouldn't feel embarrassed one bit. positive vibes my friend. cheers

[@Josh-ix2ot]

I actually enjoyed seeing your frustrated/angry side, just shows how real your channel is. Great videos recently bro

[@dave4632]

You guys sound great! Wicked tight. I would’ve been pumped to see that show.

[@stevemorovek6470]

Fuuuuuck dude!! Been there. I’m soooo sorry!! You are the constant professional. You went up there and killed it WITHOUT her. Not your fault. Everyone knows that brother!! Thanks for sharing! It’s not always metal horns and screaming. Bands are like a family……always drama. Thanks again for sharing Ray. Cheers.

[@ricanraikage4297]

I have a lot of respect for someone who still won't give up and will keep on even if its just widdled down,to him,its your dream bro! Live no matter what ! If i was a fan I'd be stoked regardless !

[@blackwolfgaming676]

Good on you for still playing instrumental sounded killer will have to check out your band for sure sorry this happened to you man hopefully things get better you killed it

[@xanderraymondcharles]

Hey thanks so much I really appreciate it

[@ledthrax]

Really sorry to hear that man. You keep doing what you are doing and pushing forward! I do have to say that you guys sounded awesome in those clips you shared!

[@Fernandorivasc]

I completely relate I've had this happen to me , you went out and putted out the show that's what matters you delivered, this is a great opportunity to learn, this are the moments that make us better, stay metal bro.

[@777gallen]

She didn’t quit she’s 🔥 fired! Then you’re going to find a better singer and you’ll be stoked she didn’t show.

[@jeffunrau3958]

Couldn't agree more. It's time to seriously re-evaluate and replace that person

[@patrickwilliams6086]

Bro I feel this video. My band SubjectToChange has been dealing with flakey members a lot lately and I know how rough it is to try to pour yourself into your art only to have people dump on it when you’re counting on them. Just keep your head up and move forward bro! You GOT this!

[@patrickhale424]

Life and times of being in a band. Unfortunately not everyone is committed to success and sometimes you have to deal with that. You just have to keep on moving forward. You shouldn't be embarrassed because of someone else's actions. You did the best thing you could do and you should be proud of yourself for pulling it off with a fill in bass player..... that is just amazing in and of itself !!!🤘🤘🤘

[@jasontrujillo2859]

Hey Ray you had a tough situation but you were amazing and very professional about it you still sounded killer you shouldn't feel embarrassed you were great man keep your head up and Keep the great music coming

[@troywilliams6849]

BRO from what I saw/heard yal where fooking rocking out....it it's good for you to be in unsuspecting situations like that every now and then...it improves your growth

[@augursaudiocult]

No matter what happened, you and your band still sound amazing 🔥

[@jeffunrau3958]

Dude this shows that you really do care and take this personally and seriously! If someone did that to me I'd be replacing that person. Anyway love ya dude.

[@zacharymiraziz4585]

Goddman Ray, that sucks man! Just want to give you a big COVID safe hug. Use this feeling, turn it into more awesome music. Keep being your awesome self. 🤟🏻

[@shawnhockey4841]

So sorry to hear this that really sucks keep your head up n aim forward brother 🎸🤘

[@ethanbrewer9349]

You guys still killed it Ray!

[@davescott8380]

Such a bummer but props, to get up there and kill it even with the awful circumstance, shows a lot about you and the band!

[@eddiewixson9680]

You guys still sounded heavy af. Great groove to enjoy live. F*ckinA brother 🤘

[@abunai.j]

Mad respect, man. I know it blows when someone flakes out, but you guys went out there and absolutely kicked ass anyway. I've been there too. Stay up, dude.

[@vedransemenski6759]

Brave for sharing this difficult moment. Good luck Ray. Sending good vibes from Croatia

[@MobileDecay]

Yeah this is why I don't play in bands anymore. Just nothing but a headache.

[@ian6fx995]

Dude, I’m so sorry that this happened! What a bummer.

[@TelesPlayMetal]

Bro it's a bummer to see someone who's always so happy to be sad. As a Fire Battalion Chief, and probably much older than most of your viewers, I know that if one person doesn't "show up" either literally or figuratively when the shit hits the fan it can kill everything. Not just in that moment, but going forward. I hope you can get all of this figured out. You know from your military days...these events make you better, sometimes it's hard to see that in the moment. Stay positive my friend.

[@JSoloProjectOfficial]

I feel ya bro. I've had a few embarrassing gigs that either resulted in gear failures, health issues arise up suddenly with myself, or just generally a low attendance due to playing on fuckin valentines day and usually you have to make do with the scenario at hand and play through it. Shit rolls how shit rolls and the show must go on with the people committed to keeping the show going. You performed amazingly dude. The energy was static from the footage. Big up's from New Zealand. Keep it up bro!

[@nmgascon]

Hey man, the fact you got up there and killed as always shows how much you love it even when it feels like, “what’s the point, right now?” You’re an inspiration man. Keep your head up and stay metal! We love you and support you man! 🤘🏻💙

[@ItsMrMcFly]

Its beyond shitty that this happened and I could tell by your voice how it truly effected you but you got this man! The road to the top will have many more moments like this but you have a strong community here behind you that will continue to support you in all you do! Cheers from NYC

[@georgeyhavoc]

keep your head held high dude you absolutely slayed it!!

[@bygraceiamsaved5088]

Thanks for sharing. I love your vlogs. It takes me back to when I had a metal band. I hope your feeling better, your positive energy and personality is great. Hate to see you down. Hope things are better and you get things worked out. That does suck about the vocalist not showing up but I hope she is ok and it wasn't something serious. Also, I had a show once and 1 of the bands on the show, their vocalist didn't make it and they played on. Another show I played, I pulled my guitar cable out of the amp. That was embarrassing!

[@AngryTonesRiffClips]

You sounded great! Band stayed true to keeping it professional for the fans by performing regardless! Now I see a new singer on the horizon let’s go!!!

[@grinch96ek]

It's not an embarrassment; its an outrage. Y'all showed professionalism and dedication continuing on with the show despite the unfavorable circumstances. That right there showed the ambiance of who has the right mind set to succeed and who doesn't. That decision affected everyone. Re-evaluating everyone's commitment and priorities towards success may be needed. Look at this from the glass half full perspective. Keep on slaying my man.

[@northtimo666]

Your singer definitely owes you one. You still killed it and sounded tight on the video. All the best to you man!

[@Fireguy65]

Hey bro the clips I saw you sounded absolutely killer, vocals or not. You went out and did your thing in spite of the obstacle, thats a win in my book

[@Blakes_guitar]

Stay strong Man. We've all had that happen in bands. You still sounded like you rocked it! 💪 Way to carry on the show!

[@The_JustJoshing]

That sucks man, looks like you guys were able to power through and put on a good show. Bravo

[@scottbrown9008]

Cheer up Ray, you sounded great dude, your music is really good Bro, hopefully she had a very good reason for missing the show. At least the show went on and you didnt go home without playing. Hopefully things get worked out

[@jakedextraze5433]

hey man shit happens you guys will figure it out! i would still love to catch you guys play an instrumental set. Hello from NJ!

[@jaimeruiz619]

These moments are what let bands evolve and become an even stronger force to be reckoned with. You will get through g you always do horns up!

[@Airtrooper719]

You got up there and you played and it looks like you gave it your best not to show the audience something was bothering you. Thats the soldier inside you, adapt and overcome. I hope this shit doesn't happen to you again though, I imagine its tainted your trust in certain people which will be hard to repair.

[@gearwalker89]

Wow, definitely a great instrumental show! Keep pushing brother! 💪

[@raccoonjones4730]

I understand what you're going through man, I'm not one to comment on posts but I see what you're going through and I think commenting is the right thing to do. Of course, everyone knows unexpected things happen, and always will happen; that's part of life man. You took a bad situation and still fulfilled the most you, and your fellow bandmates could do. I can assure you that the people who came to see you were not disappointed, they are also humans, who have dealt with the unexpected; and I'm sure they understood what you were going through. The road to success has a lot of bumps in it, your dedication is constantly tested, you're a talented human being and one-hell of a guitar player, keeping rockin' bro, we are here for you; through thick and thin.

[@cormacio100]

Hey Ray. Sometimes it's awesome being in a band but sometimes It's very difficult. One might say it's a lesson in diplomacy. Similar stuff has happened to me more than once. U basically have 2 choices. Choice 1 : for the sake of all your time and effort you can't really go nuts on the person that let u down. U have to listen to their excuses or it can potentially set u back to square one. Choice 2: if this person is going to ultimately stop u from reaching your goals then u have to be a hard ass and get rid of them. It Depends on your targets. Either way It's hard to deal with so I empathise with u. Deep breaths Ray. Deep breaths 😀

[@ernestotorres9730]

Keep your head up king 👑 hopefully there’s a good reason for your vocalist not showing up but you guys sounded great much love from California my guy

[@elvarghuntr]

But damn, you guys sounded great man! Sheesh! I’m sorry this happened but I’m proud of you for not quitting man! Keep up the great work!

[@xT1Kx]

You still played and made it the best you could! Most people just wanna see you anyway man! Stay positive and keep killing it bro ❤️🤘🤘

[@Iheartdgd]

That blows man. Nobody holds it against you though you did your part, keep moving forward brotha.

[@jaydenl2180]

That’s frustrating as hell. Just use it as a learning moment and overcome. I know youve done it so many times based on your story, you can do it again. Stay positive amigo! 🤙🏼

[@ontherocks1026]

Love the VLOGs . The set still sounds sick man ! I’d buy tickets to hear the instrumental . Keep doing what your doing man . Band mates are family . And every family has its drama. It’s rough sometimes but your positive attitude and work ethics will take you up . Keep us posted 🙏🏻

[@robertstone9325]

Pick your self up and keep moving forward brother. You got this

[@Jexydoos]

That's rough. I'm sorry, Ray. One day I'm sure you'll look back on this as a tiny blip of negativity in a sea of awesome memories that made up your career. Bigger and better things await you.

[@justingrissom381]

❤️ you ray!!!

[@denverrandy7143]

You guys killed it and the bass player and you definitely have a lot of chemistry...hope he stays in Luna muerta!!!and no,that not acceptable.but,I hope you two can work it out as friends at the least.GodBless brother...love you my friend!!!🤘👍

[@duradrian1]

9:02 Dude I've said this exact same thing after my worst show opening a festival for Sepultura lmao (small city in Brazil, so this is not that difficult). Looking back now I just laugh and wish I had taken it more lightly. Which is what you should do. This being a career of yours, you're gonna go through so much shit that these moments are the most valuable, cause they're gonna give you the perspective, strength and calmness to deal with whatever comes in the future!

[@rudyamaro6554]

Bro, I had a drummer and singer quit 10 days before a huge show in Houston TX. Had to recruit and now we are opening this weekend for Saliva. Keep it going bro! Don’t look back! We are 100x better now! CHASING YESTERDAY!!

[@jackgoatcher]

Ray brother, no idea what the story is with the singer but don't let this shit get you down. The music wins out, you got out and played anyway. Its hard in the moment not to feel that way but swallow it and push forward with your usual positivity. Life's plenty full of shit buts it's all how you deal with it, and you've dealt with worse and come out on top. Keep up the riffage!!

[@MercyBlastTV]

Much love and respect to you and the rest of the band Ray, that showed up and still played. Sorry that happened to you all man and hopefully this ends up being just a minor bump in the road in the long run for Luna Muerta.

[@roosterj2599]

Ray, I'm always in freak out mode when I hit the stage. I worry so much about screwing up my parts or missing cues or playing the wrong song. I'm stiff as a statue for the first couple songs. I used to have a few beers or pop some painkillers to get loose, but I quit all that. Now it's just me and my fears up there. I am a comedian who aspires to be a musician and a musician who aspires to be a comedian. Use your positivity and comedy to your advantage. A great sense of humor goes a long way.

[@drzecelectric4302]

No worries man! Ain’t like it never happened before. Done a few instrumental myself. Dont be embarrassed. You owned it. Peace.