Raymond Charles "Ray" LaMontagne (pronounced /lɑːmɒnˈteɪn/) (born June 18, 1973) is an American singer-songwriter. Reportedly, after hearing a Stephen Stills song, LaMontagne decided to quit his job at a shoe factory and pursue a career in music. He has since released five albums, "Acre of Land" (demo), "Trouble", "Till the Sun Turns Black", "Gossip in the Grain" and "God Willin' & the Creek Don't Rise". In the UK, "Trouble" was a top 5 hit, and the title track of the album was a top 25 hit. "Till the Sun Turns Black" was a top 40 hit in the U.S. A soft-spoken person who is known for his raspy voice, LaMontagne has won a number of awards for his music and has performed at several charity events.
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