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Biographies of
the Texans The Texans actually began as a group known as the Master's Four. Beginning as a group of college men, they toured across Texas and surrounding states singing gospel music. Then in 1981, the Master's Four moved to Branson, Missouri to participate in the family music show business. After 2 years in Branson, the Master's Four changed their name to The Texans. In 1992, the members of the Texans disbanded. Sam Ray bought the name and formed a new group that continued to perform at local theaters in Branson. Then, in 1998, God told Sam to take the group back on the road. Since then, the Texans have been singin all across the United States, spreading the word of Jesus Christ through song. |
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Sam RaySam Ray has been with the Texans for 26 years. He began singing when he was 12 years old under the direction and influence of his mother. Then in college, he joined a group called "The Master's Four", which later became known as the Texans. Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, Sam now claims Branson, Missouri as home where he lives with his wife, Brenda Ray. He also has three children, one son-in-law, and is very soon to be a grandfather for the first time.
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Curtis Ray Curtis Ray is the son of Sam Ray. He is 22 years old. He began singing with his sisters at the age of 4 years old. However, he did not begin singing professionally and touring until 1998. It was at this time that he decided to put college on hold and follow God's direction. He enjoys ministering the gospel through song and hopes to continue in his father's footsteps.
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Kelly Shanks Kelly Shanks is from Nash, Texas. Before joining the Texans in 1998, he was a music and youth director at his home church. He enjoys spending his time when he is not touring with the Texans on a lake fishing and relaxing.
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Rod Mays Rod Mays, from Arkansas, joined the Texans in 1999. After earning his music degree from Washita University, he began teaching music all over the state of Arkansas. Rod is a talented musician. He can play several different instruments, and can sing all four parts of quartet music.
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