Broken Bow signs Frank Ray, former cop

Ray will release his first song, "Streetlights," on June 11. Inspired by his Mexican heritage, the new track, penned by Ray, is a cross between country and Latin music.

Frank pursued music part-time until he had the opportunity to open for Keith Urban, performing for several thousand. Immediately, after a decade on the force as a full-time police officer, he decided to leave his old life behind and embark on the journey to pursue music full-time. In the three years since, he has racked up two number one singles and three top ten singles on Texas Country Radio and become a staff songwriter. He released the EP, "Different Kind of Country," in 2017. His last release was the single "Just for a Minute" in 2017.

"I'm incredibly excited and humbled to join the BBR Music Group family. I've dreamt of this moment since I was a kid, and I couldn't be more grateful to have it manifest with a team who's as diverse and forward thinking as any label I've ever seen," said Ray. "Their collaborative efforts inspire the vision I've had for myself in country music. I can't wait to see what we can accomplish together."

"Frank wasn't an artist pitched through the Nashville machine. I came across him, like many fans, through a new artist playlist. When I heard his vocal and unique musical direction, I immediately needed to know more," said Sara Knabe, VP A&R BBR Music Group. "What was clear from the jump is that Frank has a defined artistry, a winning work ethic and a fresh perspective, missing from our genre. I am proud to welcome him to our roster of artists."

Ray's music draws influences from Latin music (Selena, Luis Miguel) as well as '90s Texas country (Tracey Lawrence, George Strait, Clint Black), R&B and pop (Justin Timberlake, Bruno Mars).