Ray Alder (born Raymond Balderrama, August 20, 1967) is an American musician.

He is the lead vocalist of the progressive metal band Fates Warning since their 1988 release No Exit.

[4] He also sang on Redemption's albums The Origins of Ruin, The Fullness of Time, Snowfall on Judgment Day, This Mortal Coil, and The Art of Loss, having produced their debut self-titled release in 2002.

[6] Commenting on the album, Ray Alder is quoted on the "Metal Blade Records Website".

The lineup, the songs and the cover art all came together to make a great package when originally recorded and the bonus DVD really adds a fresh perspective to the album."