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Roger Ridley

Las Vegas, NV, United States

Biography

Roger Ridley and his music embody everything that music is: soul, perseverance, and talent. He has often been called “the voice of God” by the other street musicians on the 3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica, California. His dedication to his audience was clear, traveling from his home in Las Vegas, Nevada to his spot in Santa Monica every Saturday and giving his best performance before returning home that night. It was Roger’s performance of “Stand By Me” that sent Playing For Change off on its mission to connect the world through music by adding other musicians to his recording.

How we met:

One day while walking down the promenade, Mark heard Roger singing “Stand By Me” in the distance. He ran to witness the performance and realized that Roger’s voice, soul, and passion had to be shared with the rest of the world.

 

 

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PFC Videos Featuring Roger Ridley
2018: What A Year

Dec 31, 2018

Remembering Roger Ridley | Documentary

Apr 30, 2018

Deconstructed: “Bring It On Home To Me”

Dec 08, 2017

Bring It On Home To Me | Song Around The World

Dec 07, 2017

Peace Through Music | Documentary

Nov 21, 2014

The Filmmakers’ Journey of Peace Through Music

Tears on My Pillow | Live Outside

Sep 12, 2014

(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay | Song Around The World

Jun 07, 2011

Bring It On Home To Me | Roger Ridley | Live Outside

May 19, 2009

Stand By Me | Song Around The World

Feb 20, 2009

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