my life was being threatened...

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[@TheHeadhunter85]

My advice, never get in touch with those people again. Once a person confess something like that, there's no turning back. The other band members are equally responsible, for not being able to speak to you before this talk happened. It's a dangerous circle to be. Stay Metal dude and please, keep safe.

[@Beholder505]

Uh, there is turning back. Could this dude have been serious about wanting to murder him? Sure. But here's couple of giveaways. He tells everyone his plan. Knowing they are going to likely tell this dude about it. But he tells them his plan. Knowing once the dude is dead and the cops get involved, he's going to jail. Second, EVERYONE WANTS TO BE A TOUGH GUY NOW. So in this idiots mind he thinks that telling people he's going to kill someone makes him look like billy badass. That said, Ray is totally right for getting the fuck out of that band.

[@VolkXue]

a lot of you never grew up in the ghetto..

[@JohnDoe-mh8tm]

Exactly. They do not deserve a "benefit of doubt" Ray. Stay away. Get new band mates.

[@lowfrequency1180]

They “talked him out of it”? Go to the goddam authorities! Wt absolute F?!

[@davysmith8569]

stay away from all these clowns, you will be on the news, and not in a good way. This dude is mental you can hear it in his voice.

[@kdrake777]

Your bandmates we’re 100% wrong for not calling the police, not telling you and not removing that guy from the band immediately.

[@jcalzada74]

I was thinking the same fck hi's band mates

[@RudyAyoub]

Crazy you had to go through that bro, glad you’re safe

[@gregorywilson3318]

☯️

[@thomasburke_]

shut up rudy

[@scribeofsolace]

This doesn’t seem genuine bro.

[@jayzcoverz1809]

Ruby aib

[@metalpuppet5798]

@@scribeofsolace Ray would never lie about somethkng like this. And this happens much much more than you think unfortunately

[@JasonVictorEverett]

As a lawyer, I can confirm that was an actionable criminal threat. Bear that in mind

[@GeorgeBonez]

I would contend that it’s still actionable. Right? I think he should still call the police. This needs to be documented by the police.

[@JasonVictorEverett]

@@GeorgeBonez So long as the statute of limitations hasn't run on that particular crime, yes, it still is.

[@GeorgeBonez]

@@JasonVictorEverett Yeah I think he should get a paper trail started.

[@beckystarrski]

*Bare

[@JasonVictorEverett]

@@beckystarrski Wrong. The correct spelling is "bear" and not "bare" for the context in which I used that word. The dictionary is your friend. [“To bear (something) in mind” means to keep something in mind (i.e., remember it). The expression ‘bear in mind’ makes use of the verb “to bear,” which has many meanings, such as “to hold,” “to carry,” and “to keep...”]

[@treyxaviermusic]

That is a fucking HARROWING tale, you did the right thing to get out, glad you're alright.

[@patrickmusto3613]

If you don’t let it go…. Wtf?

[@dustinmullings2672]

Yeah this situation is really f*#%ked. It is hard to believe that someone could really plot murder over something so insignificant. It indicates that dude is not a mentally stable fellow. Definitely did the right thing by getting the f outta there.

[@GotMeStumped]

Those bandmates are pathetic cowards. You're so much better than all of them. Sending support from 🇨🇦🤘

[@rajeshsunchildmadhav9740]

They’re real ashls for sure

[@leeartlee915]

I don’t get what happened. Were they not friends? Who keeps that on the DL? So f’ing weird.

[@travisspaulding2222]

My concern is that they did not react to the actual gravity of the situation. They were "nice" enough to talk him out of murder, but to me, that says something far more scary. If they didn't understand (or care about) how extreme the situation was, then it leads me to believe that they could be talked into it by the vocalist.

[@swagoneto7922]

All of them are spineless...They will just sit back and let someone get murdered...

[@scottricci5063]

Maybe the frontman just wanted to get some maniac cred for the band, like Mayhem did with the church burnings and murder and suicide of their band members. Haha 🤘👹🤘

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

FFS!! Death sentence for a joke? Someone needs to go to anger management. Not sure how that goes in the US, but in Canada, that's a crime.

[@madladmyles]

Def a crime in the U.S. that dude can't be in society

[@DSchea]

Love your vids Glenn 🤘

[@bvs56]

I was wondering how long it would take to get to you. Dudes fucked now.

[@Gainovermg]

@@bvs56 Thought the same. Glad Ray is out of that situation.

[@Davidthestratman7]

Lead singers disease in a very scary way

[@szabolcsrapp4279]

the fact the "lead singer" blew out his voice on the 2nd or 3rd show of a tour shows us how well prepared and trained he is... don't look back to these dudes, do your thing and all things will play out just great.

[@szabolcsrapp4279]

also, you don't need narcists in your life, it is better you get out of this band! :-)

[@peachmelba1000]

I knew a fellow guitarist about 15 years ago who was a seriously talented guy, an amazing player. Met him randomly one day at a local music shop, and it turned out we liked a lot of the same stuff and a couple of weeks later we hung out, jammed, and had a great time. The next time after that, I couldn't host at my place because of my then roommate's work/sleep schedule, but my new friend invited me over to his place. Turned out, I was an acquaintance of his roommate, a woman who I'd gone to university with a few years earlier. We had a quick hello, caught up for a second, and then she went out. Me and buddy jammed, had a productive writing session, and I went home. The very next day, in the evening, the guy called me up, and within about three seconds of me saying, "Hey man", he threatened to kill me for the transgression of making his roommate laugh, and for "flirting" with her. He was a pyscho all along, but he didn't see me as a threat in any way since our only connection was music, something at which we were equally talented, and enthused by. To be clear, he had zero romantic involvement with my university friend, but harbored a wild, possessive delusion that she was his wife, or some bullshit. His threats were enough for me to hang up and straight up call the cops on his ass. He was dumb enough to forget I knew his address, I guess. I never heard from him again, but my old friend, his roommate, told a few days later (she called me) that she had to have her landlord evict him because he went nuts after the cops visited and he destroyed his bedroom, and then apparently cried for hours. Dude was totally unstable. Anyway, you have to protect yourself, and be proactive when you receive threats. If someone threatens your life, get the fuck outta there and call the cops.

[@shuel1643]

Wow people suck

[@peachmelba1000]

@Hal Colombo Hal, by your own logic, you should be just as angry that I gave the dude the impression I was flirting with his roommate (when I wasn't) as you apparently are that I put her in harms way by calling the cops on him for threatening my life. YOU sound like a psycho yourself. You always call the cops when someone threatens your life, unless you're a worse criminal than the person who threatened you, or you have something to hide. What if I hadn't call the cops? What if I had tried to find him? Maybe I wouldn't have been able to get to him and then he took it out her anyway. There's a big difference between me, out on the sidewalk trying to fight a guy (a fight there's no guarantee I would win) and a patrol car pulling up and two unis knocking on the door. Most people, pyscho or not, get a puckered ass at the sight of cops looking for them. But hey, if you want to white knight my old friend from university, she lives somewhere in the vast metropolis of Toronto. Saddle up your horse, Lancelot. If you hurry, you might be able to find her before she dies of old age.

[@musictraining5071]

don't forget to call mommy too. lol i wouldn't call the cops in 2022 if someone was actually murdering me. screw the government.

[@musictraining5071]

someone threatens to murder me i'm going to ask the dude 2-3 times if he's serious, if he doesn't back down i start blasting

[@Dram1984]

Pennsylvania is a "shall-issue" state for a concealed carry license, meaning your local sheriff will approve your application to carry a firearm unless they have reason not to. You should look into it if you haven't already.

[@TheHouseOfMasks]

What a wild world we live in dude. I’m sorry.

[@amayalily5615]

Don’t believe this load of shit!! Ray is a liar!! He’s using his platform to lie and spread very heavy FALSE accusations as a form of revenge . He’s evil and vindictive.

[@russellzauner]

it's always been like this. I live in Portland, Oregon. Imagine how people felt going to the Roseland knowing it used to be the Starry Night and what happened there. Larry Hurwitz, the "alleged", is still free and living in town. If this video has changed your view of the world or opened your eyes, I think you definitely have a "wild" ride in front of you for a few more years, at least; I'm kind of jealous because I'm old and jaded af. Nothing is worth putting up with any danger from others.

[@TheHouseOfMasks]

@@russellzauner always has to be someone making a cringey comment about literally anything. I told my friend that we live in a wild world because someone he was in a band with threatened his life, and you had to come in here making it something that it isn’t. I never said this opened my eyes, or changed my mind about anything, and for fuck sake, ray has been to war and probably seen terrible, terrible things, so I’m sure this isn’t changing his mind or views on much either, but it is an u if ornate and scary predicament to be put into. That’s all. You aren’t special for being old or knowing about evils in this world. Stop trying so hard to be important. No one cares but you.

[@russellzauner]

@@TheHouseOfMasks Sweet. I get told that a lot. IDK who tf you are and I guess I don't care now either. It's sad that you live in your own world. I guess since you cared to say, that much is BS right off the top - I've had friends who were actually murdered at concerts, in public, wherever, nothing else and nobody else matters either. I would say *[warned by youtube]* but you know, hey there's always someone ready to tell you that, I'd expect. Seems like you didn't hear a word your friend said. Get well soon, kid. At least your ears. I'm sorry someone got threatened, but it's not a thing to really handwave at anymore. If cringey is caring then you know I'm the Cringelord. But guess what, kid. You're loved too. ;-)

[@TheHouseOfMasks]

@@russellzauner yeah, go do some more drugs.

[@guitarist6494]

You seem like such a great guy and you definitely don't deserve that, no one does. It's a shame there's so many unstable people out there willing to harm innocent others. Hope things are all good now

[@math.wheelie.brouss9245]

I'm not sure it's all when he will see this video he could land at Ray's house and kill him (I use google translate to write this because I speak Quebec French and I'm not the best in spelling). i'm sorry dude for the story

[@gregorywilson3318]

☯️

[@DMSProduktions]

@@math.wheelie.brouss9245 That ain't 'French'! LOL!

[@usmcyounggun6879]

Hope everything is okay and works out. Keep “Chugging” away brother. And thank you for your service and sacrifice to this country.

[@DJENTISNTNOTAGENRE]

The fact that this dude even thought you were "cold", let alone wanting to murder you, is evidence enough that he isn't right in the head and needs some major help with his mental health. You're literally one of the nicest youtubers I watch and anyone with at least a decently sound mind could see that. Glad you got out of that situation safely, my dude. I live in Ohio not too far from Cincinnati and, even though I obviously don't know you personally, it would've hit me to read/hear local news that you'd been killed by some crazy dude from a band you were touring with. That guy should definitely be committed to a mental health facility because it sounds like he can, and probably will, have these sort of thoughts towards someone else eventually. The next person might not get away from it like you were luckily able to.

[@BinarySecond]

I think it also shows a mentally of the people there; I've got no doubt that they're viewing this different because he was in the army. Oh he's tough he's a soldier he'll be fine. Like wild.

[@JDUBBY08]

Boycott Concrete Dream and also, the members of Concrete Dream are cowards. This is fucked up, I've never seen you this down before Ray. Keep your head up dude

[@patrickhale424]

Definitely....those people are scumbags for not having that nutjob arrested !! He needs to file charges now before it's too late.

[@chrollo7102]

just ask them if they teach sign language lol

[@JDUBBY08]

@@chrollo7102 hahaha

[@rustynales6610]

Nobody knows who Concrete dream is so it doesn't even matter

[@GenerationDown]

@@rustynales6610 Lmao burrrrnnn

[@JV-rx3ov]

I've had some toxic bandmates over the years, but NOTHING like this. Smart move documenting everything. Glad you're home safe. Stay safe, man. Edit: Maybe consider a police report to document things further.

[@spaceace41]

Ray, do yourself and everyone else and press charges against this guy. He sounds dangerous and he will eventually hurt someone. Being angry is one thing, premeditating murder and then confessing a plan to murder someone to several other people…that’s absolutely bananas. Why they didn’t kick that guy out of the band and then protect him instead of telling you…Turn those tapes over to the police. Just my two cents.

[@itsjustern93]

Because they'd rather be bystanders, keep it amongst themselves and not say anything because their status in the band is lower than the vocalist himself. In other words, they are afraid to confront him of his well-being and his status in the band.

[@itsjustern93]

I know the bassist personally. The behavior to keep it among the 4 of them and exclude Ray from knowing within a 2 week window is shady, disgusting and downright assholeish.

[@INVERTEDBUKAKI]

his one problem I see is that he may get retaliated with a wire tapping charge which is a felony in some states (mine) if you record a conversation without notifying the other party and made aware.

[@jkrunch2166]

I have a hunch he already went to the authorities. Ray said he took the appropriate steps towards the end of the video, I feel like he has a firm grasp on how to best handle the situation.

[@ShadovvV]

Actually, pressing charges might even be worse. Ever heard of when the husband of an abused wife is released from jail after the woman having him locked up? If he's "dangerous", as you say, when he gets out of jail.. take a guess what happens next. The legal system isn't going to save you then.

[@CodyLeachYT]

I'm very sorry you had to go through this man. It sounds horrifying. I'm glad you're ok.

[@scoopskiii]

Really scary situation. Love your channel btw dude🤘🏻

[@dubster82]

Bizarre, they just got a record deal. I wonder if 'notoriety' like this story helped.

[@arbyscurlyfries9490]

Touring with strangers is almost always more trouble than it's worth, I have friends and friends of friends who have been in terrible situations while filling in or joining bands right before a tour. Getting manipulated, slowly being robbed while completely unaware, getting instruments destroyed, or just straight up left on the other side of the country.

[@toma7652]

WOW! smart move recording everything and getting out of there as soon as you could. Stay strong.

[@amayalily5615]

He’s lying. He took a conversation out of context and only showed what made his story look more believable. Don’t believe everything people post especially those with a “platform”.

[@jimbosr.7777]

doesnt matter you dont threaten someone with stabbing, euronymous all over again amaya

[@amayalily5615]

@@jimbosr.7777 it was taken out of context. He’s lying!!! He chopped and screwed a conversation to make it look worse than it was! People argue, shit happens but no blood was drawn and nobody was going to actually murder him. He’s just being vindictive & acting like a scorned woman.

[@Clockdistrict]

@@amayalily5615 There's nothing to take out of context when someone is RECORDED saying they would have murdered someone else.

[@FrankThaThird]

@@amayalily5615 You must know the piece of shit threatening to stab someone to death, trying to defend them, when they are literally on a recording saying it, you are plain dumb as fuck. Put down the pipe/needle, and get your friend or BF the help they desperately need.

[@jonbanks3341]

I always thought you were too good for that project. They literally look like junkie skinheads lmao. That fool crossed the biggest line, and I’m really sorry you experienced that. Tour is one of the hardest things for a person to do imo, and nobody deserves to feel unsafe, let alone with their own band. Glad you’re safe man

[@jacee8094]

Jesus Ray, sorry you've been going through it recently. Not 100% sure what happened with Luna Muerta (and I just wish that that show in Philly would've gone down and we could've met and shared the stage with each other), but for you to try and join a better situation and this be the result, I am so beyond sorry. I really hope you can find something better and don't have to deal with this again. As a long time fan and fellow PA musician, it hurts seeing other people in our scene have to go through this. You deserve better, you're way too good of a guy to have this be the musicians you end up with. Hope this get better ❤️

[@amayalily5615]

He’s not a good guy apparently because he’s using his platform to lie and spread very heavy FALSE accusations. God bless you for being so supportive though. It’s so easy to get mislead on the internet. People portray themselves in the best light of course but in reality their nature is much darker.

[@rahulmenon4357]

Bro did you hear that audio he sounds like "murder is what people do on the weekend, no big deal, get in my van". The only way this is going to get better is putting him in jail for plotting a murder.

[@jacee8094]

@@rahulmenon4357 I don’t disagree, I meant the get better as in he finds a better musical situation and can finally be happy in a band.

[@Nishinga.]

Glad you’re okay man, that sounds like an incredibly scary and traumatic experience. Just know that we’re all supporting you and are here for you. Much love man, I hope things get better! ❣️

[@daleonov]

Usually those "I got a death threat" stories are just overreaction, but yours isn't. Thank you for finding courage to share this. Glad you're safe now.

[@michaelriddles6726]

A bunch of spineless cowards. Things will get heated, but he crossed the line and the then band mates should have told you and the manager immediately. No one deserves that shit. Glad you got out when you did and can keep bringing sick content, it wasn't ment the be bro.

[@terryosborne272]

It is like the rest of the band are scared of him. Ray did the right thing get out.

[@amayalily5615]

Don’t believe this load of shit!! Ray is a liar!! He’s using his platform to lie and spread very heavy FALSE accusations. It’s so easy to get mislead on the internet. People portray themselves in the best light of course but in reality their nature is much darker. Ray created this whole situation and is now playing the victim. He’s evil and vindictive. The truth will be exposed!

[@nicwilson89]

@@terryosborne272 They very possibly are. The dude needs mental health help, I've been in relationships like that and my childhood was like that. I could understand if they're legitimately fucking terrified of the dude, and being around someone who is violently manipulative and controlling doesn't exactly make your feel safe for just as much as accidentally looking at someone for 0.5 seconds longer than is required. I don't know any of them, obviously, just some uninformed speculation.

[@PSYRE_OFFICIAL]

Ray, I was waiting for this video and was concerned about what was going on. I feel relieved for you but at the same time that should not have happened the way that it did. Your band mates should NOT have kept it from you, and some form of law enforcement should have been contacted at the very least! Glad you're back home safe dude! You never know what other people are scheming behind their eyes or facial expressions that contradict their true thoughts. I do personally believe that just about anybody (circumstances and context depending) should have a chance to be a friend or be in your life, UNTIL they prove otherwise as we have just been told. The beauty of KZbin and the internet, and social media in general is that we as musicians can create remotely without worry of being harmed or being in situations that make us uneasy or uncomfortable. Stay safe and stay metal Ray!

[@NickiTedesco]

It’s like the whole tour crew was gaslighting you… “it’s no big deal”. That’s damaging to one’s psyche. I hope you’re doing ok.

[@DMSProduktions]

Gas lights are hot, heavy & dangerous! That's why I changed over to rechargeable LEDS!

[@nicolasbeaudry6158]

@@DMSProduktions better for smoking coke too😂😂😂👍

[@DMSProduktions]

@@nicolasbeaudry6158 Or Ice!

[@MetalHeadHippie]

Well Hey Bass Mistress. BOOM.

[@SpacePirate313]

Every night I go to bed I sleep next to somebody who has threatened to do the same to me. I have a child with this person in my fear of leaving that child alone with that person so I stand and take it. Our situations are different but the same I'm sorry that happened to you. You're an amazing musician and I can only wish I was like you. You inspire me. Also I'm from Michigan, Reverend Guitars are amazing. I know I had a custom "Rocco" back in the early 2000's. It was a crushing guitar. Pawned it for drugs, what a mistake. Now I just have a cheap Ibanez RG. But anyways love your work, truly amazing stuff. I'll keep watching. You keep rocking Brother. HORNS 😈🤘 FOR LIFE!

[@srinivaskumar615]

That’s scary man. Take care. \M/3tal loves and never leave its children

[@TONEWARSgearshow]

Dude! WTF! So sorry you had to go through this. I'm glad you handled the situation as good as you did. You did the exact right thing. You kept your cool and kept your wits about you and got out of there safe. Thank God you're OK

[@NikkiNexo777]

The singer in that band is one messed up dude. That threat could get him some serious jail time

[@jimbosr.7777]

concrete dream brother

[@amayalily5615]

Don’t believe this load of shit!! Ray is a liar!! He’s using his platform to lie and spread very heavy FALSE accusations.

[@amayalily5615]

The truth is he created all the drama by being weird passive aggressive and crossing boundaries. Yes arguments took place. But nobody was plotting a murder. He took an expression out of context and then set up a whole plot to try to make people look guilty. He’s a horrible person for doing this. Do you truly believe he feared for his life?? He’s a trained soldier isn’t he? He felt perfectly safe to stay on the tour in very close quarters with everyone for SEVERAL days after the initial argument. He’s using his platform to try to spin this into something it’s not. More people will step forward to expose this evil lie he’s created.

[@NikkiNexo777]

@@amayalily5615 what makes you think Ray is taking this out of context?

[@jcrocks19]

@@amayalily5615 “it’s all drama” *has concrete evidence on video of him saying “yeah man I was gonna murder you but it was 2 weeks ago but not anymore tho”* “…he’s a soldier tho why is he scared” lmaooo

[@RufusMann]

Whoa 🤯 glad you’re still alive and well x.x (glad others talked him out, glad you’re home and hope you find new bands and comrades soon 🙈

[@boyo3221]

glad you got out bro. nice channel. i hope God blesses you and keeps you safe

[@AndrewBills-c5j]

Extremely Glad you're okay brother please stay safe massive love and respect and very best wishes

[@AllMetalReview]

Your so humble man. Seems like more was wrong with the guy then just you being his problem. Shit puts a bad vibe in my stomach just listening. Stay safe man love your channel

[@DiNozzoLeach]

Press charges against this idiot, he's clearly unstable and everyone around him just enables it. One day he'll hurt someone for real and the rest of the guys around him will be just as much at fault. Great call getting out, stay safe man 🤙

[@TybudX]

This right here. Dude sounds like a serial killer in the making.

[@troybradley8647]

He might actually get the mental health help he needs

[@DrumdumsOfficial]

Ray I'm so glad you're ok man. I can't even imagine how scary that situation must've been. You handled the situation perfectly and are alive today because of it. Again, just happy you're safe and out of that situation.

[@Chaos.Brigade]

This is wild. I've known Alex Mena for years, I don't personally know the other band members, but there has always been "rumors" about that lead singer. Alex is great guy, great musician; can't believe he didn't standup on your behalf. I wonder if there are similar situations that you might not be aware of or even part of. I'm glad you are safe and stay metal 🤘🏽.

[@pazoni]

Alex announced on his insta he just left as well.

[@Metalbass10000]

Ray, you deserve better, we all do. Getting away is the best you could do. Glad you weren't, and no one else was, hurt... ...or worse.. God bless, and take care.

[@JonttuOG]

I'm glad that you're safe! It's fucked up that no one in the band told you that threat. I think they all are sick in their minds.

[@MrMann-gt1eh]

Immature and DEFINITELY unprofessional. Who tf would want to work with/for people like that? They stood by and “talked him out of killing his band member”? Like FUCKING WHAT?! MURDER?! Kick him tf out and call the cops!

[@ericvalverderosado2046]

Mmm…not really…they obviously didn’t want it to escalate and thought about just calming the crap out of that dude…they probably went: “dude wtf are you up to?! You crazy mtf?!” Then damn dude proceeds to confess it…really out of a healthy place in mind…hope the guys dropped the dude off the band and stop any contact with him

[@jonnybroomhead]

Dude, nobody deserves to be in that situation. I'm not a Concrete Dream fan anymore. I'll forever be a stay metal ray fan. Stay safe.

[@house-o-twang]

You are absolutely right to get away from all of them. Take care of yourself and the people you love.

[@DenDenBMX]

What a horrifying situation to be in, you did the right and smart thing and i'm glad you're here and okay to document it for the whole world to see so that everyone knows your former band mates do not deserve a spot in metal, not only did you save your own life, but by letting others know of this it's likely you could save someone else's life making them second guess working with that nut job or any of those other "men". I'm very glad you're still here, wish you the best❤️

[@PaulRhodes420]

Man! I'm glad you're ok! Good you made a video about this incident! Memphis is my hometown, I wouldn't feel safe in Memphis these days!! You can still press charges for this...It's a crime to even threaten someone's life, he had intent to follow through! Keep playing muxic, just not with these assholes!! Go solo dude, or come to Raleigh NC and help me learn my lap steel and let's ROCK this place!!! Stay safe and keep your guard up bro! Rock on!

[@metalfreak4791]

Brother, so sorry you went thru all that crap!! The only reason I even heard of Concrete Dream was because of you and only reason I went to see Concrete Dream was because of you. Thank God you are safe and not in that situation anymore.

[@prithvipsxmusic1808]

i faced the same 8 or 9 years back....but in my case it was a bassist....so i got off the train midway with my gear and got back home...in fact a few years later to that event we crossed paths and he tried to push me in front of a car not knowing that i was trained in self defense....i understand how u feel man, i've been there and we are roughly the same age....also u have done the right thing, we surely dont need these type of people near us.

[@Stretchwreckedem469]

I've had a slightly similar situation last year where my life was threatened by a bunch of people on the internet over a meme. Without going into too much detail about my event because what's important is that you're safe now for the time being, i understand the fear of having to be on guard because my life was threatened over something minor. Just to be on the safe side bud, don't hesitate to carry with you any place that legally allows it just in case something does happen. It's always better to have it and not need it, then need it and not have it. I, as well as hopefully everybody watching, want you to be alright. I'm sure you're able to handle yourself man, i definitely know that you're a strong enough dude to be able to handle yourself, but just please be careful. We love ya bud, keep your head up.

[@ARTUPIDA]

i my self was victim of similar situation... but it was happened so fast, this dude was one of my team, but one day i was assigned to other project and he was feels like i was ignore him... somehow this dude getting angry and keep dreaming he beat me up, he tell to his friend about that... and one day this dude beat me up with iron bar.. lucky enough i was safe.... Keep safe broo... many sick people out there..

[@jackrolfsness2156]

Man that’s scary! I’m glad your ok brother❤️ you made a smart decision.

[@hectorcastillo1792]

Your band mates are the definition of crazy for not kicking out and blacklisting a psychopath. I’m glad you’re home and safe.

[@heylookitsn0ah]

so glad to hear that you're home safe, man. take care of yourself!!

[@TheVengeanceofdefile]

They just hate your success my dude be safe this won’t be the only time it comes with the territory big bro🤘🏿🤘🏿🤘🏿💯💯💯💯 keep up the awesome work

[@ryanulinski3]

Dude i'm very sorry to hear that. Glad to hear that you're ok. I've had death threats by ex friends who I thought I could trust and their friends attacked me too. I don't deserve it, you don't deserve it. Keep on rocking like the badass you are🤘🏻 also thank you for your service!!!

[@karlschaetti2934]

Keep posting your interesting riffs. Love your style Xander🫡🤘

[@Logjammer69]

Giving a combat veteran death threats probably isn’t the smartest thing lol 🤘🏻🇺🇸

[@Metalbass10000]

Got that right. But, it should never have been an issue.

[@aprioris.knowledge2765]

Cause that determines if someone can beat tf out of you or kill you such a dumb comment

[@badgermacleod2037]

Most infantry are a bit left of center... or a whole lot.

[@curtisy6234]

I agree, I feel as though he should be carrying a firearm at all times given the fact that he's prior military. And it's just his right as an American and it would dissuade dumbasses from trying to hurt him potentially.

[@Metalbass10000]

@@curtisy6234 only concern there are the differences various states have regarding open carry, or concealed carry, of firearms, carrying across state lines, or if one person in the vehicle is a convicted felon (in my state a felon cannot be in a vehicle when a firearm is within their immediate access, as an old high school friend of mine found out not long ago), but I do understand the choice to carry. I started learning about firearms at 8 years old with my father.

[@doctoribanez]

You are way better than that mess. Your channel was a blessing to that band. Glad you're good

[@Fvneral_moon]

Bro what blows my mind even more than him planning murder is the fact that no one else had your back man that’s so fucked

[@alberttremonti7230]

God damn Ray! I'm glad your safe brother! You did the right thing man. Sending some good Seattle vibes your way!

[@omgwtfbbq2011]

glad you good g, thanks for the videos you probs hear this alot but they help/helped me out big time over this quarantine period ... you a good dude man stay true x

[@angrypandaification]

Guy can't take joke, guy plans to murder over a joke... A fucking joke!? Glad you made it out of that situation man, those people sound like some real dirt bags... Fuck that's scary...

[@mikew9788]

Football player Aaron hernandez murdered someone for bumping him in a crowded club and spilling a drink, dude killed other people too, some people are absolutely nuts

[@B-Dubba-U]

Holy shit man! Sorry things played out like that. They sound like a toxic dumpster fire. Glad you got out before things escalated further. You'll do bigger and better things man so just keep moving forward and reppin that positive attitude. 🤘

[@Coleo432]

That's a lot of crazy stuff man. No one should have to go through that, I'm glad you made it back safe.

[@rajeshsunchildmadhav9740]

That sucks brother…. That really sucks .. sorry for what you’ve gone through. Take care of yourself and be with good people.

[@TheMarga628]

Sorry to hear. I can't imagine the stress, fear, and anxiety that you went through. Glad you're ok. You should definitely press charges!

[@Spoofaged]

Well that escalated quickly. Damn.. glad you made it out safe Ray. Better luck to the future man

[@Lcg503]

Damn dude, that guy is one crazy bastard. Glad your safe.

[@maddoxmay611]

Hey Ray, you might never see this and that’s fine, I’ve been watching for a while and your videos always make my day a little better. I have a lot of respect for you, and it truly breaks my heart that someone would want to commit such an atrocious act. I’m so very grateful that you are okay. You will always have our support, love you bro!

[@TommyGunn-CURSED]

Glad you made it home buddy. This world is a better place with you in it. Stay METAL!

[@mhoff7722]

Wow ...WTF that recording...this guy does not understand how crazy he sounds. You did the right thing to leave. Dude is on the edge of doing something bad, to someone, anyone that rubs him the wrong way.

[@TaylorDanley]

Sorry to hear man. I hate stereotyping, but mentally unhealthy people with unchecked violent aggression issues are pretty common in that scene. It’s a stereotype for a reason. Good on you to recognize that and put yourself and safety first. Whatever comes next for you will be bigger and better anyways! 💪 Stay safe champ!

[@0mer100]

I want to add that the guy excusing his behavior by saying "I'm latino, we're warmer" it's complete bullshit and only makes feel sick how bad he's making us look. Now Ray could be a little bias or have his own reserve with working or collaborating with latin people just because of that asshole and I can't blame him. " I'm warm and lovely so I'll murder you because you didn't say good morning yo me" how the fuck does that makes sense.

[@Communism.is.a.cancer]

Never had any problems like that in that scene and am playing in bands for 28 years.

[@Worran]

@@Communism.is.a.cancer Clearly you have a problem lol, probably no need to explain why.

[@andrewpappas9311]

That’s insane, I’m honestly speechless and I’m really sorry to hear about that but I’m especially happy that you’re safe

[@kman080498]

Im glad you’re ok, Ray. I hope that nutcase is put behind bars where he belongs and I hope Kharma comes for these men who enabled this gross behavior

[@amayalily5615]

Hes lying!!! He’s not a good guy because he’s using his platform to lie and spread very heavy FALSE accusations. God bless you for being so supportive though. It’s so easy to get mislead on the internet. People portray themselves in the best light of course but in reality their nature is much darker.

[@kman080498]

@@amayalily5615 Idk who you are but I knoe Ray enough to know he wouldn’t air out personal problems like this unless he knew he was wronged and truthfully put in danger. I’m sorry your friend needs help and I hope he does get it so he doesn’t attempt to hurt anyone else

[@amayalily5615]

@@kman080498 I’m sure you know him but we all have two faces. One we show the world and then who we really are. Believe what you will, but may God strike me dead…. He’s lying in the worse way a person could ever lie

[@murderbymedia]

@@amayalily5615 You are hiding behind a veil of anonymity making accusations when there is audio of him admitting to the lethal threat. You have no credibility.

[@schecter7elite801]

@@amayalily5615 lol. Shut up. Rays a good guy. If you have nothing good to say, then don't say anything at all.

[@kowalguitarlife9119]

Wow bro that is extremely crazy I'm glad you're okay man it's good to go with that gut feeling sometimes you probably definitely made the right choice

[@analogdigital284]

This is freaking terrifying man. I am so sorry and I am so glad that you are home safe. You are a good man and unfortunately there are many people in this world who can spot a kind person and laser in with their negativity and hatred. Protect your light and God bless you!!!

[@boldorider4]

On an unrelated note, the wording and lack of punctuation in the message from that psycho frontman of yours had me thinking this guy didn’t make third grade.

[@akbarroosevelt2246]

Concrete dream.... more like snowflake reality. stay metal and stay safe ray!!! much love from 🇨🇦

[@mbrighton1802]

Hahahha yeah. If that dude was legit, ray would be dead by now. People talk so much shit. Can’t back it up

[@DMSProduktions]

@@mbrighton1802 Still commited a serious offence, conspiracy to murder! Band mates implicated as well, for not telling him, they become PART of the conspiracy!

[@mbrighton1802]

@@DMSProduktions true. That’s wild.

[@DMSProduktions]

@@mbrighton1802 In the US that would be ENOUGH for an FBI investigation instead of whatever state police force the offence was comitted in!

[@AnissaV83]

More let Wet Dream. They are a bunch of pissy coward babies.

[@zohibiqbal8780]

Jheeze man. Hope you're doing good now that you're out of there Ray.❤

[@adiriakya9724]

I am so sorry to hear that and I am very happy to know that you good. some people are sick. Please have an EDC next time. It's great that you opened up about it, talked about and you not ashamed. Talk about, digest it and let it be apart of the past. I salute you.

[@clementd.7300]

That's a crazy story. I'm glad you're safe and wish you the best for what to come

[@ChrisCom.]

When the lead guitarist is way more talented than the singer. He apparently had some crazy jealous fascination with you. Where you couldn’t be more popular than he is as the front man. To much for him to take. Nut job that guy. Glad you got out of that situation bro, crazy world we live in.

[@jkrunch2166]

Dude must have been dropped on concrete if he thought it was a smart idea to threaten an established KZbinr with a large audience. And over a joke of all things. So glad you're safe man.

[@richthetrashpicker-upper5244]

Do that guy a favor and press charges get his ass in jail for a while that’ll straighten them out before he actually kill someone

[@MckinleyDjents]

Scary shit! Glad you're home. Good you made a video record of this, smart noodle.

[@teddoucet7323]

That is the craziest tour story i have heard. You gotta have real problems when you're thinking about ending someone else's life, more so a member of your band. This dude needs help, or he needs to quit whisky... Really sorry you had to go through this, Ray.

[@ethanradriffage227]

Stay safe man, hope everything figures itself out 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@elus1ve0ne64]

Hey bro, I’m sorry to hear that story, That is some strange shit ! God was watching over you brother and I’m glad you’re ok. I’ve been in a similar situation and that shit is not fun trying to keep your composure knowing that people potentially want to harm you and you have no way of getting out of the situation. Talk about anxiety !😳 Keep your head up and I’ll keep you in my prayers bro. Again, I’m glad you’re safe dude.

[@StormIsGaming]

Bro so many other people would be happy to work with you, move on to better things with better people, and we’ll all be behind you ready for some heavy shit.

[@Dresdenfolife]

So sorry man. That’s crazy scary. You’re such a nice guy and you don’t deserve to have people like that surrounding you. Should definitely call the cops, he could go off and hurt someone else. Glad you’re ok.

[@gitarman42]

DAYUUM Dude thats unreal! Enjoy your show

[@anthonystark69]

"but that was two weeks ago"....bro wtf?!? some people just don't get it.

[@miket2728]

Take care Ray, narcissists are very dangerous and manipulative.

[@jacksmith4460]

yep for sure, dude sounds like a narcissist for sure

[@illyadass]

For me the worst part is that no one did anything. Your bandmates knew and did nothing, other people close to the band knew he was a hothead but just played this off as "dont worry abt it". If someone is threatening my life im out, goodbye

[@whoshotya117]

Imagine he stabs you and says... "YOU DIDNT SAY GOOD MORNING TO ME!!!"

[@caneshreds]

I'm sorry you had to deal with that dude, it sounds utterly horrifying. I'm glad you're safe man!

[@jorisdemeij]

Holy shit dude, got a lump in my throat just listening to that. I can hear in your voice you’re legitimately scared. Good you got out of that situation, that dude is batshit crazy. And the band mates too for accepting that disgusting behaviour. Stay strong dude 🙏🏻

[@chrisking6695]

Dude I got a shakey voice just explaining this situation to my wife who has no idea who he is. This is INSANE. I hope he stays away from them.

[@-mint5752]

Fuck that guy, no other ways to put it. Glad you're safe and sound. You're a great guy in and out of music. Stay metal bro, and more importantly stay safe.

[@coaltrain]

Dude is a toxic bully... imagine how any woman he's been in a relationship has been treated? insane

[@justindrainville6932]

Glad you made it out if there safely. Sorry you had to go through that. That's heavy stuff. Take care, Ray!

[@5ha88y7]

Stay safe brother. Glad your OK and you got out of that toxic situation.