Today we’d like to introduce you to Tyler Bray.
Hi Tyler, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
Well it all started when I was a kid growing up in a house full of music. My Dad was a singer in our Church so I was around music a lot as a kid growing up in Oklahoma. I have always had a huge passion for music and always wanted to be a musician. My dream was to do become a studio drummer so I could play all kinds of music but that never happened. I think I gave up on music because of a lack of confidence for a while but it found its way back into my life. As newly weds, me and my wife moved from Florida to west Texas for a job I took in the oil fields and I felt like God was telling me I needed to get back into music so I did. I started drumming at a Church and that really ignited the fire to pursue music again. We moved back to Florida after a year of being in the desert and I decided to get into a different occupation and decided to get my barber license and open a Barber shop in downtown Titusville (River And Main Barber Shop)
as we got settled in I got plugged in right away to another Church. I played drums there for a while and then, I started singing from time to time. I wasn’t a confident singer at first. I was perfectly fine playing behind everyone else behind a drum shield but I started getting scheduled more and more to sing so it seemed like that’s what I was getting called to do. From there the confidence grew and song writing developed pretty quickly. From worship music to my own personal projects. Im a husband to an amazing wife, a father of 3 with a baby on the way, a Pastor at our church (Local Church), worship leader, song writer and business owner. God has been good to us and has opened a lot of doors. I’m grateful for the songs and voice that he has given me and hope to do more with it for his glory.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
“Smooth” wouldn’t be the word at all. If anything, it’s felt more like hitting a ramp with just enough speed and hoping you stick the landing. Sometimes you do. Sometimes you don’t. But you go for it anyway.
Songwriting, like any form of creative expression, is soul-bearing. It’s not just melodies and lyrics — it’s your doubts, your faith, your questions, your experiences, your scars. It’s like cracking open your journal and reading it out loud to a room full of people. And when you struggle with confidence, that can feel almost paralyzing.
You want the music to sound good, sure. You want the mix to be right, the vocals strong, the band tight. But deeper than that, the real question is: Is this resonating with anyone? Is someone out there feeling seen because of this? Does this connect? Because if it connects, then it matters.
The hard part is that when you put something that personal into the world, you’re also opening yourself up to critique. Scrutiny. Comparison. Silence. Doubt can creep in fast. And doubt is contagious — it spreads quietly in your mind until it convinces you to stop creating altogether. I’ve had to learn to recognize that voice and check it. Like a lot of creatives, I’m my own toughest critic. I’ll replay a song a hundred times and hear every flaw before I hear what’s good about it.
But when you truly believe you’re called to something, eventually you have to stop overanalyzing and just move. You create. You release. You trust the process. You trust that obedience matters more than perfection.
And the landscape of music today adds another layer. It’s not just about writing songs anymore — it’s about presence. Social media matters. Consistency matters. Visibility matters. Which means you can’t hide. You have to show up — on the good days and the average days. You have to be willing to post the acoustic take that isn’t flawless but is real. Because people connect with real.
I’ve learned that it doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful. It just has to be genuine.
And growth doesn’t happen overnight. Influence doesn’t happen overnight. Confidence doesn’t even happen overnight. I’ve had to learn patience — with the process, with the platform, and with myself. Some seasons feel like momentum. Others feel quiet and hidden. But both matter.
At the end of the day, I’m still learning. Still creating. Still pushing past doubt when it tries to settle in. Because if you really believe you’re called to this, you don’t quit just because it feels uncomfortable. You lean in. You keep writing. You keep singing. You keep showing up.
And you trust that the right people will hear it when they’re meant to.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
Right now, I’m an independent singer-songwriter. I create both worship music and country/soul — and for me, those worlds aren’t all that different. Both are rooted in my faith, my family, and the stories that have shaped my life. At the core, it’s all storytelling. Real moments. Real struggles. Real gratitude. The kind of songs I hope anyone can hear and say, “Yeah… I’ve felt that.”
Over the past few years, I’ve had the opportunity to lead and be part of several worship events, and I have another big project coming up this June that I’m really excited about. Each event feels like growth — not just musically, but spiritually and personally too.
One of the moments I’m most proud of was an event we did last year. The live worship recording almost didn’t happen — but my wife was actually the one who encouraged me to go for it. She believed in the vision before I fully did. From day one, she’s supported me through every step of this journey — the rehearsals, the late nights, the doubts, the risks. I genuinely wouldn’t be doing this at the level I am without her steady encouragement.
My good friend and producer, Daniel Jude, and I built that live worship album completely from the ground up. We were given an empty room, and everything else was up to us — set design, merch, stage layout, lighting, live mixing, filming… all of it. It was exhausting and exhilarating at the same time.
What made it even more powerful was the community around us. So many friends stepped up to volunteer their time, talent, and energy to make it happen. My bandmates are some of the hardest-working people I know. They show up to rehearsals prepared, learn every part with excellence, and bring their absolute best every single time. That kind of dedication is something I’ll never take lightly.
And the night of the event? We packed the place out and just worshipped. No pressure. No performance mindset. Just people lifting their voices together. It’s a night I’ll never forget.
I’m forever grateful for the people who believe in me — especially my wife — and for the friends and teammates who continue to show up and make this journey possible. Being an independent artist means you feel every risk and every reward, but moments like that remind me why I do this in the first place.
It’s about faith. It’s about family. It’s about people. It’s about creating something honest and inviting others into it.
And we’re just getting started.
Is there anyone you’d like to thank or give credit to?
There’s been so much support from family and friends along the way. I truly believe you have to have what I call “foxhole friends” — people who are in the fight with you. The kind who don’t disappear when things get hard. The kind who step in to lift you up when you fall. The kind who come to your aid at all costs. I’ve been incredibly blessed with people like that in my life.
Like I said before, my wife has played a huge role in my journey and continues to be my biggest cheerleader. She believed in the live recording before I did. She’s been there through every rehearsal, every doubt, every new idea. On top of that, she’s insanely talented — a designer with products in major retail stores — and she’s my personal creative director for everything: graphics, album artwork, merch, shirts… all of it. So much of what people see connected to my music has her fingerprints on it. Honestly, without her constant support and belief in me, none of this would be happening.
My good friend Daniel Jude has truly been my right-hand man. What started as a working relationship has grown into a genuine brotherhood. He constantly pushes me, encourages me, and gives everything he has to every project we touch. He’s an incredibly talented musician and producer, but beyond that, he’s loyal. What started off transactional became relational — and now he’s one of my best friends. I’m beyond grateful for who he is and what he brings to my life and music.
And above all — God. Without God speaking into my life and calling me to be bold, I truly believe I would have never picked up drumsticks again. That obedience led me back to playing. Playing led to singing. Singing led to writing. And writing has opened doors I never imagined. Every step traces back to Him nudging me out of comfort and into calling.
None of this has been smooth. It’s been faith, risk, obedience, community, and grace.
And I wouldn’t trade the journey for anything.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylerbraymusic/
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@tylerbray9541?si=hOUppZsJqMN0XgKV
- Other: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Kaj5m20DtQokYO5iDC2Y5?si=rznMwLtsSWW759qAE5xsRA
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