Ray Thomann, aka Trenton, is a professional drummer, songwriter and endorsed artist with Trick Drums U.S.A.  He’s also known as a professional radio broadcaster, tv host and creator, who has hosted programs on terrestrial radio, cable / satellite television and on social media.

Born in Trenton NJ, he was exposed to talk radio and music broadcast at a very early age. He quickly discovered he had a love for the interview and music format. He followed such talk format personalities as Irv Homer of 96.5 WWDB fame and notable Philly DJs John  DeBella and Ray Koob “Rockers Show.” These legends of radio motivated Ray to leave his mark in radio and television broadcast that has now spanned over fifteen years.

In 2005, Ray began his career on AM/FM radio. With the help of his mentor, talk show legend Irv Homer (96.5 WWDB), Ray landed his first “talk radio gig” on the 50,000 watt powerhouse WNWR 1540 AM Philadelphia and Cruisin’ 92.1 FM WVLT. He quickly became a respected radio host in the Delaware Valley market due to his ability to engage the radio listeners. This led to the program broadcasting on a host of FM and AM stations in his hometown market which included Philadelphia, Trenton & the Delaware Valley.

Trenton went on to host an hour long daily nation wide terrestrial radio show on over 30 stations. He also produced and hosted a television program on TV-16 in the Columbus & Ft. Benning, GA; Auburn & Phenix City, AL markets. Most recently, Trenton hosted the Rock ‘N’ Shock Show on The Surf in the West Palm Beach/Miami Market. Ray’s guests have included such personalities as Steve ‘Zetro’ Sousza from Exodus, Legendary Rock Photographer Mark Weiss, Tommy Clufetos (Ozzy, Black Sabbath & The Dead Daisies), Chip Z’Nuff (Enuff Z’nuff), Rhino (Manowar, Angels of Babylon), Little Ozzy, and many more.

As a musician and songwriter, Trenton has appeared at countless venues sharing the stage with such notable acts as Ace Frehley, Saigon Kick, Brett Michaels Band, D.R.I., Prophet, Disciple, Theocracy, Britny Fox, Ron Keel, George Lynch, and many others.  Currently, Trenton is working on his upcoming album, “CAN YOU HEAR ME,” with his band MEINSTER.  The album features Ronny Munroe (Metal Church, Trans Siberian Orchestra) on vocals and Alex Stephens (solo artist, Angels of Babylon) on guitar. Special guests on the album include Chip Z’Nuff, Rhino, and Little Ozzy.

Trenton and his musical endeavors have been spotlighted in such magazines such as Metal Edge and Metal Maniacs.  He has also appeared as a guest on a number of radio and television shows.