Ryan Gray

San Diego, CA

$500 and up

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Hello and Welcome! My name is Ryan Gray, I play acoustic guitar and sing both covers and original songs. My repertoire includes rock, folk, pop, blues and jazz songs ranging from the 1950's to modern music. I have over a decade of experience as a professional musician, and I have played events ranging from large weddings and corporate fundraisers to small, casual parties, and even intimate proposals.


Reviews

3 reviews

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Tricia C.

January 27, 2026
Verified review

Perfect Choice

We hired Ryan for a birthday party to play for three hours and could not have been happier. He is professional, punctual, and extremely talented. Our theme was “Wild West,” and Ryan made great recommendations and put together a playlist that was perfect for the party. His singing and music really set the ambiance, and many of our guests commented on how great he was throughout the night. He has a wide repertoire and was able to play almost anything we suggested. Everything went smoothly from start to finish, from the communication beforehand to his early setup and performance.

Hired as: Guitarist, Singing Guitarist


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Marvin V.

November 28, 2023

Great musician that is easy to work with!

I have used Ryan many times over the years and he's been a joy to use. He's very talented and puts passion into this work. I have used him to serenade my clients for this marriage proposals and I have even hired him to perform for my wife and I's anniversary which was an amazing surprise to her. Will definitely keep using him!

Hired as: Guitarist, Singing Guitarist


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Gabriella K.

November 28, 2023

Ryan is the BEST singer in San Diego!!!

I hired Ryan for a holiday event for my work and he was absolutely AMAZING throughout the whole evening! He is such a talented performer, TERRIFIC singer, and just a really charming, friendly guy. He played for about 2.5 hours during the reception and dinner, and he really impressed all of us with his beautiful voice, expert guitar skills, and exciting song choices. He kept the atmosphere lively and fun while we all mingled and celebrated, really elevating the mood and keeping us all entertained. He sang fan favorite songs like Amy Winehouse’s “Valerie”, Bill Withers “Use Me”, but also surprised us with some newer artists like Maroon 5, Jack Johnson, and Hozier! I will definitely be booking him for our upcoming corporate events and HIGHLY recommend him to anyone looking to have a professional-level performer for their party, event, or celebration!

Hired as: Guitarist, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: $500 and up

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

Past booked events

June 2026

02

Tuesday

Corporate Event

7:00pm - 9:00pm

San Diego, CA

January 2026

24

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

San Diego, CA

May 2024

06

Monday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Coronado, CA

January 2024

27

Saturday

Wedding Engagement

5:00pm - 6:00pm

La Jolla, CA

Set list

Unaware | Allen Stone
Melissa | Allman Brothers Band
Midnight Rider | Allman Brothers Band
Sister Golden Hair | America
Valerie | Amy Winehouse
Blackbird | The Beatles
I've Just seen a Face | The Beatles
Ticket to Ride | The Beatles
With a Little Help from my Friends | The Beatles
Stand By Me | Ben E. King
On My Way | Ben Kweller
Penny on a Train Track | Ben Kweller
Lean on Me | Bill Withers
Use Me | Bill Withers
Money Maker | The Black Keys
Little Black Submarines | The Black Keys
Lonely Boy | The Black Keys
Knocking on Heaven's Door | Bob Dylan
Redemption Song | Bob Marley
Waiting In Vain | Bob Marley
Skinny Love | Bon Iver
I'm on Fire | Bruce Springsteen
Grenade | Bruno Mars
Just the Way you Are | Bruno Mars
Wicked Game | Chris Isaacs
Tennessee Whiskey | Chris Stapleton
The Girl | City and Colour
In My Place | Coldplay
Put Your Records On | Corinne Bailey Rae
Bad Moon Rising | Credence Clearwater Revival
Get Lucky | Daft Punk
Crooked Teeth | Death Cab for Cutie
I Will Follow You into the Dark | Death Cab for Cutie
Listen to the Music | Doobie Brothers
Peaceful Easy Feeling | Eagles
Don't | Ed Sheeran
Thinking Out Loud | Ed Sheeran
Rocket Man | Elton John
Hound Dog | Elvis Presley
Before You Accuse Me | Eric Clapton
Layla | Eric Clapton
Iris | Goo Goo Dolls
If I Go, I'm Goin | Gregory Alan Isokov
Suitcase Full of Sparks | Gregory Alan Isokov
Living Proof | Gregory Alan Isokov
Drive | Incubus
Boy with a Coin | Iron and Wine
Angel | Jack Johnson
Banana Pancakes | Jack Johnson
Better Together | Jack Johnson
Breakdown | Jack Johnson
Bubble Toes | Jack Johnson
Cupid | Jack Johnson
Mudfootball | Jack Johnson
Sitting Waiting Wishing | Jack Johnson
Taylor | Jack Johnson
Traffic in the Sky | Jack Johnson
Country Road | James Taylor
I'm Yours | Jason Mraz
Hallelujah | Jeff Buckley
Red House | Jimi Hendrix
Wind Cries Mary | Jimi Hendrix
All of Me | John Legend
Ordinary People | John Legend
3x5 | John Mayer
A Face to Call Home | John Mayer
Daughters | John Mayer
Gravity | John Mayer
Heart of Life | John Mayer
No Such Thing | John Mayer
Queen of California | John Mayer
Slow Dancing in a Burning Room | John Mayer
Something Like Olivia | John Mayer
Stop This Train | John Mayer
Who Says | John Mayer
Why Georgia | John Mayer
Angel From Montgomery | John Prine
Mr. Brightside | Killers
Use Somebody | Kings of Leon
Misery | Maroon 5
This Love | Maroon 5
Sunday Morning | Maroon 5
Can't You See | Marshall Tucker Band
Roll Away Your Stone | Mumford and Sons
Down by the River | Neil Young
Harvest Moon | Neil Young
Heart of Gold | Neil Young
Animal | Neon Trees
Sunrise | Norah Jones
New Shoes | Paolo Nutini
Wish You Were Here | Pink Floyd
Comfortably Numb | Pink Floyd
Hey There Delilah | Plain White T's
Rhythm of Love | Plain White T's
Message in a Bottle | Police
Creep | Radiohead
Jolene | Ray Lamontagne
Californication | Red Hot Chili Peppers
Not Fade Away | The Rolling Stones
Honeymoon | Ryan Gray
PCH | Ryan Gray
Slow Down Blues | Ryan Gray
Stay with Me | Sam Smith
The Boxer | Simon and Garfunkel
Pride and Joy | Stevie Ray Vaughan
The Joker | Steve Miller Band
Badfish/Boss DJ | Sublime
My Girl | Temptations
Free Falling | Tom Petty
Give Me One Reason | Tracy Chapman
Georgia | Vance Joy
Riptide | Vance Joy
Brown Eyed Girl | Van Morrison
Moondance | Van Morrison

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