Frank Ray shares sun-soaked ‘Miami in Tennessee’

The song blends South Beach with Music City

Frank Rayโ€™s new single, โ€œMiami In Tennessee,โ€ transports listeners to a sun-soaked paradise, blending the energy of South Beach with the heart of country music. With smooth vocals and an infectious rhythm, the track delivers a breezy, feel-good escape. Rayโ€™s heritage shines through on this release. Written by Chase McGill, Lindsay Rimes and Joybeth Taylor, โ€œMiami In Tennesseeโ€ is now available via BMG. The new single produced by Grammy-nominated Dave Pittenger.

โ€œโ€˜Miami In Tennesseeโ€™ is a straight-up partyโ€”itโ€™s everything I bring to the stage wrapped into one song,โ€ Ray shares in anticipation. โ€œItโ€™s country with a splash of my Latin roots, high energy, and just the right amount of heat. Turn it up, feel the rhythm, and get readyโ€”because Miami just rolled into Tennessee!โ€

Frank Ray brings a fresh perspective to country musicโ€”an artist rooted in authenticity, culture, and connection. Known for his magnetic stage presence, Ray infuses his Mexican-American heritage into the country genre, creating a sound thatโ€™s uniquely his own. Whether heโ€™s dancing between English and Spanish lyrics or energizing crowds with his dynamic performances, Ray consistently pushes boundaries with heart and charisma. As a proud girl-dad, mental health advocate, and former first responder, his storytelling goes beyond musicโ€”itโ€™s about resilience, identity, and joy. Frank Ray isnโ€™t just making musicโ€”heโ€™s making space for an inviting new sound in the ever growing country format.

Ray is a country music rule breaker fusing Latin flair with his soulful, smooth vocals and amplified, party-starting energy. A former police officer from New Mexico, Ray left law enforcement to chase his passion for music, quickly making waves in the genre with his bilingual style and infectious connection with his fans via live performances and online. Signing with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, Rayโ€™s impact and sound caught the industryโ€™s attention leading to his Grand Ole Opry debut in 2022. In 2023, he was spotlighted among the Country Radio Seminarโ€™s New Faces, Ray dropped his debut self-titled album that year and has subsequently shared stages with Luke Combs, Kane Brown, Old Dominion, Luke Bryan, Kip Moore and more.

Ray’s music delivers sun-soaked vibes, catchy hooks and a south-of-the-border steamy nightlife kick. โ€œMiami In Tennesseeโ€ is another testament to his ability to transport listeners with feel-good storytelling and undeniable charm. Beyond music, this girl-dad is a passionate advocate for first respondersโ€™ mental health through his FRAY initiative, offering support and training to those who serve. With a magnetic presence and a sound that blurs boundaries, Frank Ray is proving that country music has room for every story.

Buddy Iahn
Buddy Iahn