Episode 189: Justin “GuitarSlayer” Lyons — From Oak Cliff to World Tours, R&B & Faith
Ray Ray's Podcast — Episode 189 "Justin GuitarSlayer Lyons"
Acclaimed guitarist, producer, and touring musician Justin “GuitarSlayer” Lyons joins Ray Ray's Podcast for an inspiring conversation about his music career, growing up in Oak Cliff, Texas, his love for R&B music, and the importance of faith in his life. From his Dallas roots to performing on stages around the world with major artists including MGK (Machine Gun Kelly), Lil Wayne, BLACKPINK, Tank, and Bobby Brown, Justin shares his journey through the music industry, the experiences that shaped his career, and the passion that continues to drive him.
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📌 Topics Covered: Justin GuitarSlayer Lyons, Oak Cliff, Dallas music scene, R&B music, faith, professional guitarist, music career, touring musicians, MGK, Lil Wayne, BLACKPINK, music industry, musical influences, creativity, personal growth, pursuing your dreams.
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Justin “Guitarslayer” Lyons is a Dallas-based guitarist, recording artist, producer, songwriter, and composer whose career spans more than two decades of international performance. His work moves across rock, R&B, gospel, hip-hop, jazz, pop, and K-pop, connecting expressive musicianship with a commanding stage presence.
As lead guitarist and front man with MGK, Lyons brings musicality and energy to arena stages, including the Tickets to My Downfall, Mainstream Sellout, and Lost Americana tours. His wider performance résumé includes INTERNATIONAL KPOP ARTIST BIGBANG & BLACKPINK, along with legendary artist Bobby Brown, New Edition, Lil Wayne and more.
In the studio, his credits include Chrisette Michele, The Walls Group’s Four Walls and “Crazy,” alongside Warryn Campbell and Eric Dawkins, and Tank’s Savage, including “Good Thing” and “Do For Me.” His work also includes Tamela Mann and Carvin Winans, alongside his own recordings and creative collaborations.
Rooted in faith, originality, and community, the Guitarslayer brand extends beyond performance into creative direction, artist development, education, authorship, and storytelling. Mental health awareness is deeply personal to Lyons and central to the brand’s evolving purpose. He uses his platform to encourage honest conversations, human connection, and a culture in which people feel seen, heard, and valued beyond their achievements.
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