Ray Ramon – Official Biography
Multi-Award Winning Singer, Songwriter & Producer | 2021 Indie Music Hall of Fame Inductee
Born in Lagos, Nigeria in 1978, Ray Ramon—born Olusegun Ajibola Ramon—is a Nigerian-Australian singer-songwriter, music producer, and performer whose dynamic artistry bridges continents and cultures. Ray’s musical journey began in Africa and took on new momentum when he relocated to Australia in 2002, later becoming an Australian citizen in 2006. With roots in Afrobeat, Dance, R&B, and Pop, Ray Ramon has steadily built a reputation as a true “triple threat” in the music industry—blending vibrant vocals, powerful songwriting, and compelling production.
Inspired by Michael Jackson’s iconic performances, Ray combines nostalgic 80s influences with modern dance-pop energy, creating a sound equally suited to radio airplay and electrifying club nights. His tracks like “Turn It Up ‘N’ Burn It Down,” “Dance All Night,” and “Make That Move” have positioned him as a staple in the global dance music circuit.
A prolific collaborator, Ray has worked with top-tier international producers including DJ Dan Thomas (UK), Diego Milesi of EVO Records (Italy), DJ Flaskman (UK), and Andromeda (House of Bass Power House). These cross-border partnerships continue to elevate his sonic reach.
Over the years, Ray Ramon has accumulated a long list of accolades that reflect both artistic excellence and resilience. These include:
Best Male Gospel Artist – 2011 Afro/Australian Music and Movie Awards (Sydney, Australia)
Best Contemporary Christian Producer – 2012 Indie Music Channel Awards (Hollywood, USA)
Best R&B Video – 2013 Indie Music Channel Awards (Hollywood, USA) for “Times”
Best World Music Producer – 2014 Indie Music Channel Awards (Whiskey a-Go-Go, USA) for “Tenacity” (feat. Spydaman)
Best Dance Act – 2014 Afro/Australian Music and Movies Awards (Sydney) for “Falling For You”
Best Dance Song – 2015 Indie Music Channel Awards for “Dance All Night”
Best Dance Song – 2018 Indie Music Channel Awards (Hard Rock Cafe, USA) for “Make That Move”
Best Male Dance Artist – 2019 Indie Music Channel Awards (Grammy Museum, LA) for “Shake That Booty”
Best Male Dance Artist – 2020 Indie Music Channel Awards (Virtual Edition)
Best World Music Artist – 2024 Indie Music Channel Awards (Hollywood, USA) for “Move Your Body (feat. Spydaman)”
In 2021, Ray achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Australian artist ever inducted into the Indie Music Hall of Fame, held at Sunset Gower Studios in Hollywood. That same year, his single “What Do You Mean (feat. Morgan Mcelhone)” received five award nominations, further confirming his impact even during Australia’s strict pandemic lockdown.
Ray Ramon’s career reached new heights again in 2025 with two major wins at the Radio Music Awards:
🏆 Best R&B Group – “Just Can’t Take It” feat. Elisha Solomon
🏆 Best Pop Artist – “JEJE” feat. Spydaman
Both songs were produced by the ever-talented Andromeda, showcasing Ray’s commitment to sonic innovation and emotional storytelling.
🔥 Ray’s Afrobeat anthem “JEJE (feat. Spydaman)” has also dominated the airwaves, hitting #1 again on the Raypower FM Top 10 Countdown, marking his fourth #1 on the chart.
📈 At the end of 2024, Ray Ramon made history by securing the top four positions on the Raypower FM Hot 100 Year-End Chart in Nigeria—claiming #1, #2, #3, and #4—a rare and extraordinary feat for an independent artist.
🎶 His growing global recognition has led to GRAMMY® consideration at the 67th GRAMMY Awards in multiple categories—including Best African Music Performance, Song of the Year, and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
Known as “the hardest working man in showbiz” by Mark the Shark, Music Director at Radio Express USA, Ray continues to set the bar for independent artists globally. His authenticity, work ethic, and cross-cultural collaborations have made him an inspiration for emerging artists across continents.