was Ron's first band created in technical college (MTS) in The Hague, the Netherlands.

the first full-time touring band

was formed in 1970.

This was followed a few years later by Ron's solo gig

with new song recordings at the local EMI studios.

After moving to England in 1976 Ron played his guitar and sang popular reggae tunes with his musical friends in the local London area pubs.

the first Canadian band

was created in 1993 . . . and was renamed

when Ron invited his brother Martin to join the band . . . as they toured on and off until 2022.

In 2003 Ron joined

shortly thereafter renamed

In 2003 Ron and friends created

which was followed in 2006 by

while touring in 2009 with

and in 2011-2012 with