The picture below is a bit surreal and a bit odd. At the wedding renewal of Paul and Lori Myers, Joey Roth conducted the ceremony, Ral Donner gave away the bride and I was a groomsman. I have known both Ral and Joey for about five years and both because of Paul.
It's a bit surreal in that Ral's father, Ral Sr. was a singer in the 60s amd 70s. With a voice similar to Elvis, Ral Sr. supplied that voice for an Elvis movie in the 70s. I happened to be a big fan of Ral Sr., when I saw Paul mention Ral Jr. on social media. I had to meet the man and through Paul, it happened.
Since then, I have seen Ral Jr. perform many times. He never disappoints. He is quite capable of covering his dad's songs, as well as others from the 50s through present day music. The guy is massively talented and very engaging.
Back as a kid, when I heard Ral Sr. on Magic104 oldies station, I never figured I would meet and become friends with his son. There I am though.
Go to raldonnerjr.com for more info on Ral. Also, follow him on social media and go to one of his shows, if you are in the Chicago area.
Ral Donner, Joey Roth and me in Franklin Park, IL-July 2025.
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