Bubba Startz welcomes Ray Ray Starr to the podcast, exploring his backstory, recovery journey, and current projects. Ray Ray shares his philosophy on music, community building, and the evolving industry landscape, while reflecting on advice from Jerry Ragavoy and the development of Real Music Live Plus. The conversation shifts to Ray Ray's roles in music promotion and Sirius Entertainment Brokerage. Bubba shares his own journey, discussing insights from the Midwest Country Music Organization and achievements with True TV Plus. They delve into independent career building, emphasizing community support, and Bubba's aspirations for music coverage. Ray Ray concludes with his industry philosophy and promoting new releases. (0:00) Introduction of Ray Ray Starr (1:23) Ray Ray Starr's backstory, recovery, and current projects (5:01) Philosophy on music, community building, and industry changes (13:15) Advice from Jerry Ragavoy and Real Music Live Plus development (20:42) Ray Ray Starr's roles in music promotion and Sirius Entertainment Brokerage (23:50) Bubba Startz's journey and Midwest Country Music Organization insights (24:35) Bubba Startz on True TV Plus and industry achievements (26:30) Independent career building and the importance of community support (29:35) Bubba Startz's music coverage aspirations (30:20) Ray Ray Star's industry philosophy and new releases promotion