Gerod Rayborn, “Blues Man of the South”, has established a career as a guitarist, vocalist, writer, & producer with a natural gift for good music. He has set a standard of quality traditional blues and soul music which has reached an audience of thousands, and generated a lineup of songs that the world has come to know.

Coming from a family of singers and musicians, Gerod performed with The Rayborn Brothers Gospel Quartet, in which his father John Rayborn, was a member as well, from 1982-1986. Following that, he performed with another family group called The Sensational Strong Family from 1986-1991 where he began recording and touring as a musician/artist. He was fortunate and honored to eventually become a member of The Sanctuary Band playing for the legendary Rev. Al Green. Gerod would eventually find his calling in the blues genre. The legendary Little Milton Campbell took a liking to Gerod and supported his career as the next blues sensation while grooming him and providing career guidance. From 1992-1995, another southern soul blues artist, Mr. Bill Coday, opened his door and added Gerod to a lineup of shows that prepared him to become an independent performer with his own identity. In 1996, Gerod began to come into his own, writing tons of songs for major southern soul blues artist like, legend Denise LaSalle in which he co-produced her album “Pay Before You Pump”. Since 1998 to present, Gerod has worked with ECKO Records Owner/Producer John Ward and Program Director Larry Chambers, songwriting and publishing songs for artists such as Quinn Golden, Carl Sims, O.B. Buchana, Ms. Jody, Sheba Potts-Wright, David Brinston and others.

Gerod released his first solo album, “Steppin Out” in 2004 under his own independent label, New Groove Records and Papa Doug Music. The album holds 12 soulful 

tracks and features the smash songs, “Let Me Show You”, “24 Hours”, and “Eyes Off My Woman”. The album achieved local success, particularly in the Memphis area and established a fan base for Gerod Rayborn music.  

In 2010, Gerod released his second solo Album under the ECKO Records umbrella, “Call Before You Come” which included 14 tracks and featured the title track “Call Before You Come”, the silky-smooth groove “I’m A Hustler”, and the soulful song, “You Been Good To Me”.  

Gerod Rayborn is one of the most gifted and talented artists in the Blues and Southern Soul genre. His sound is unique and his work is impeccable. Be on the lookout as he is in the studio working on his 3rd album set to release in late 2020 or early 2021.