Born in Puerto Rico and brought up in a music household, Dj Ray got a very early start as a DJ at the age of 13 alongside some of the most popular local DJs during the 80's and even making clandestine (because of his Young age) appearances in local clubs. Quickly grown within the DJ Community, securing spots in larger venues and stages to include guest spots in local radio stations and even a short residency in one of the largest dance clubs in the island.
After HS, Dj Ray moved to Ft Lauderdale, Fl to pursue studies in Music and Video Production, and landed opening spots for local Djs at Clubs and Bars such as The CandyStore and City Limits. After Joining the US Army and returning to Puerto Rico, he continued with his Music path by designing Audio and Video Systems for local Clubs while headlining in some of the most popular dance and variety clubs in the Tourist Sector of San Juan before landing as a resident DJ and MC at one of the most exclusive Private Clubs in Puerto Rico.
Hired by Walt Disney World in 2007, Dj Ray moved to Orlando Florida and continued his education in Film Production and later joined Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines as Main DJ for several of it's Flagship Vessels as Club Headliner, poolside entertainer, weddings and special events DJ and when not on stage, he moonlighted as an Audio and Lighting Technician for Featured Shows.
Merged into the Central Florida Wedding Scene by collaborating with THE MOST sought out Wedding DJ Service Company in the Orlando market and with over 800 weddings under him , DJ Ray Vales carries numerous accolades and and endorsements from Orlando Venues and Vendors.
Dj Ray Vales at Maitland Art Museum
Thank you so much! We had a great time and felt you did amazing! You did a great job at getting different genres for different age groups that were there. We saw people dancing who normally never do, so that was great to see!
Thanks, DJ Ray! You were absolutely amazing to work with and truly made the evening special. Excellent choice in music! It was great seeing everyone having such a good time! Thanks so much for the meeting before the wedding to get a feel of what kind of music would work best. You Nailed it!
We definitely heard a lot how great you were! Thanks again!
WOW DJ Ray, what a night.
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