Ashton Naylor Talks Influences, Lyrics & Real Country Songs | Ranch Sitdown | Episode 354

Texas songwriter Ashton Naylor joins Shayne Hollinger on The Ranch Sitdown for a conversation about the craft of songwriting and the next generation of Texas music.

Ashton performs songs including “Any Other Way” and “Barkeep” while sharing the stories behind how they came to life.

During the Sitdown, Ashton talks about learning guitar during COVID, writing songs starting in his parents’ garage, and why great songwriting always comes down to strong titles, honest lyrics, and melodies that connect.

He also discusses navigating social media as an artist, the challenge of staying creative, and the influence of legendary writers like Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, and Robert Earl Keen.

It’s a deep dive into the mindset of a young Texas songwriter focused on writing songs that will stand the test of time.

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