I’m Jay and I make music as Deth Rali

I’m a songwriter and music producer.

But really, I’m a storyteller who just loves to
create worlds.

And that’s why this album,
“Ruby’s Castle Island”,
came to life.

Click below to preview a track from the album while you scroll

Ruby’s Castle Island is a synth “Rock Opera” inspired by our favorite Studio Ghibli movies and synth-pop bands from the 1980’s.

I wrote and produced this album with my drummer and creative partner Nate from our home in Colorado.

This CD is the perfect entry point to discover our band.

Here’s what I’m offering:

“Ruby’s Castle Island” on Compact Disc (CD)

The digital album
With a FREE Ruby’s Castle Island E-BOOK (PDF)

A random hand-illustrated sticker

🖊️ Autographed with a sharpie

All for FREE!

You just cover shipping ($5)

So what is “Ruby’s Castle Island”, really about?

It’s like a movie you watch that feels like a cup of tea. Where the strange feels so comfortable.

It’s the feeling of being 10 years old and immersed in a fantasy world full of magical characters.

When you feel dwarfed and swallowed whole into the magic of a book, or a videogame, or… an album.

So... Why am I doing this?

We mail CDs because it helps create a personal relationship with our fans. You get some new music and a free piece of art; and we get an opportunity for a new fan.

We started doing this in 2024 and have sent over 1000 CDs to fans across the USA. Though we sometimes lose money, it’s worth it.

In a world of fake streaming numbers, fake followers, fake AI slop… We’re real humans making physical media for our real human fans to enjoy.

What are you waiting for??

– Jay Maike (Deth Rali)