Race Ricketts Sitdown: Discipline, Drive & Demos | Episode 361

In this episode of The Ranch Sitdown, Shayne sits down with Race Ricketts to talk about his journey from growing up in Olney, Texas to building his career as an independent artist.

Race shares how early exposure to Texas and Red Dirt music shaped his sound, and how songwriting began as an outlet before becoming his full-time pursuit during COVID.

The conversation dives into the discipline behind songwriting, the grind of managing an independent music career, and the realities of life on the road. Race also opens up about meaningful songs like “Pulling Weeds,” the creative process behind his upcoming album New Settlers Reunion, and the unexpected story of being gifted a song from Robert Earl Keen.

From recording demos on a laptop in college to playing shows in liquor stores and embracing the 940 identity, this episode highlights the work ethic, authenticity, and mindset that drive Race Ricketts forward.

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