Ray Daniels
CEO of LYI AGENCY and RAYDAR LLC, A&R, Music Consultant, Broker
CEO of LYI AGENCY and RAYDAR LLC, A&R, Music Consultant, Broker
CEO of LYI AGENCY and RAYDAR LLC, A&R, Music Consultant, Broker
Ray Daniels is a leader in the new school of entertainment executives, an embodiment of the music industry’s newfound culture. He is the visionary behind two prominent entities in the entertainment world: LYI AGENCY, a cutting-edge multi-media company, and RAYDAR LLC, a powerhouse encompassing music publishing, label services, consulting, and artist management.
LYI AGENCY stands at the forefront of the multimedia landscape, reshaping the entertainment industry with innovative approaches and transformative content. Under Ray’s guidance, LYI AGENCY has become a trailblazer, pushing boundaries and setting new standards in the realm of entertainment.
On the other hand, RAYDAR LLC has been instrumental in the success of numerous artists and musicians since its establishment in 2004. As the owner of RAYDAR LLC, Ray Daniels has built a sterling reputation for strategic excellence. The company’s roster boasts some of the industry’s biggest chart-topping hits for artists such as Jung Kook, Lil Dirk, J. Cole, Lizzo, Latto, Beyonce, Ciara, Rihanna, Usher, Future, Miley Cyrus, Adam Levine, and many more. RAYDAR LLC has also achieved remarkable milestones, including winning a Grammy Award for Record of the Year with Lizzo’s “About Damn Time,” a chart-topping anthem that resonated with audiences worldwide. Additionally, the company has had the distinction of having two songs simultaneously rank at Number 1 and Number 10 on the Billboard Top 100 Songs in the World Charts, a testament to their unwavering commitment to excellence.
Beyond his formal titles, Daniels is a much-requested A&R, music consultant, and broker, known for negotiating some of the biggest publishing and artist deals signed over the last five years, including YouTube sensation NLE Choppa.
Ray Daniels’ pioneering spirit extends beyond music, as he has successfully ventured into corporate partnerships, TV, and Film, securing deals for his clients that transcend traditional boundaries.
In addition to his impressive career accomplishments, Daniels hosts the viral podcast “The Gauds Show,” featuring music icons such as Jermaine Dupri, Master P, Blue Williams, Troy Carter, Ian Dunlap (EYL), DJ Toomp, Jazze Pha, Dj Mars, Warren G, Erick Sermon and Big Gipp.
With his strategic vision and unwavering passion for the industry, Ray Daniels continues to shape the future of entertainment, leaving an indelible mark as a leader and visionary in both the multi-media and music sectors.
Major Songs Raydar was involved with: These were all chart toppers
Latto – Big Energy
Khloe Bailey – Have Mercy
Saweetie – Best Friend
Saweetie – Tap In
Lizzo – About Damn Time
Lizzo – Rumors
#10 Song if The World – (This Week) Billboard – Lil Durk/J.Cole – All My Life
Ciara – Level Up
Rihanna – Man Down
#1 Song if The World – (This Week) Billboard – Jung Kook – Seven
Kanye – Hurricane
Ed Sheran – Fire Boy DML – Peru
RAYDAR LLC has also achieved remarkable milestones, including winning a Grammy Award for Record of the Year with Lizzo’s “About Damn Time,” a chart-topping anthem that resonated with audiences worldwide. Additionally, the company has had the distinction of having two songs simultaneously rank at Number 1 and Number 10 on the Billboard Top 100 Songs in the World Charts, a testament to their unwavering commitment to excellence.