Bill Ray
 Bill Ray seems to have been born with drumsticks in his hands because he can't remember not playing. His earliest memories are banging on his father's drumset and watching him play. A chip off the old block, Bill was quick to emulate what he saw and has been at it ever since. The passion set afire in his early years has taken him around the world as a drummer, teacher and author.
Never satisfied with the status quo, musically or otherwise, Bill strives to be different in his approach to playing music. This difference comes through not only in his playing but in "Time, Space, & Rhythm," Bill's acclaimed drumming lesson book. A frequent player at Jazz and Blues festivals throughout Europe and Japan, Bill is as comfortable in front of a stadium full of fans as he is jamming with friends in local jazz/funk bands in a coffee shop or in a studio session.
Bill's musical influences and interests are very wide. Most recently, he's become a great fan of the rich textures and rhythms of Eastern European choral music. Of course, Bill will be quick to point out his interests in artists like Trilok Gurtu and Jonas Hellborg as well as to pay homage to a long list of musical inspirations. Check out Bill's site BillRayDrums.com
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Lead vocalist and songwriter Sven-Erik Seaholm is a familiar name to fans of the San Diego music scene, as he is also a well-respected record producer. In 2003 & 2005, he received special San Diego Music Awards for Producer of the Year. 2003 also saw the release of his critically acclaimed solo album Upload, and he spent much of 2004 as a member of the popular vocal band The Gandhi Method. Check out Sven at his site 
Bassist David Ybarra is no stranger either, having held down the bottom end for Playground Slap, The Cloud Merchants and 44 Double D, as well as producing clients like Meghan LaRoque for his production company, The Modern Bakery. Fans of his playing include none other than the late, great Jimmy Smith. Check David out at 
Guitarist Charlie Loach is also a local music veteran whose fiery riffs and passionate soloing have been lighting up stages and studios throughout Southern California. His background in both blues and country music bring a unique twist to The Wild Truth's power pop recipe.