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2026 MEDIA KIT

INDEPENDENT MODERN COUNTRY MUSIC ARTIST FROM SCOTLAND.

A 30-something dad, a 20-year veteran of the Glasgow music scene across Rock communities now making waves with a unique Modern Country sound.


A multi-instrumentalist act blending classic Texan vibes with Scottish melancholic themes for originals unique to the U.K. country scene.

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Texas country traditions filtered through Scottish perspective, delivered with huge, gruff 90s post-grunge vocals.


James Daykin, Entertainment Focus

As of july 2026

5k+ SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS

5k+ SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS
5k+ SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS

Outperforming 90% of artists with same following according to TikTok.


12k+ "likes"


*(68% watch 90% duration)

100k+ Y1 STREAMS

5k+ SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS
5k+ SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS

6 singles & 1 album in 18 months, self recorded, mixed, mastered and distributed.


*Spotify & YouTube 

AWARD RECOGNITION

5k+ SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS
AWARD RECOGNITION

Runner-up finalist for "Singer/Songwriter" at Scottish Country Music Awards 2026


*within 5% criteria points of winner

LIVE SHOW - 3 FORMATS

FULLY ACOUSTIC / WRITER'S ROUNDS

Just his mellow guitar playing and raspy voice, Ryan captivates rooms without gimmicks. 


Broadcast media training enables Ryan to confidently talk a crowd through the stories behind the songs, in relatable and understandable language, tailored to each setting.

STRIPPED BACK - ACOUSTIC w/TRACKS

Using professionally and bespoke backing tracks, Ryan elevates his raw performance with additional & familiar layers in the form of percussion and pedal steel guitar for a more professional, and sonically engaging experience than a typical acoustic performance.

FULL BAND

Pulling from a network of professional session musicians, Ryan curates a live band that delivery a polished, fully sonic experience delivering tracks just as they as presented on releases.

TAILORED SETLISTS

From 3-hour cover shows to originals-only (and anything in between) Ryan can flex his production around the needs of each booking and audience with a vast repertoire.


Covering classic country tracks from the likes of George Strait & Randy Travis, and modern hits from the likes of Luke Combs, Ella Langley, Lainey Wilson and Morgan Wallen.


Ryan is also known for re-imagining mainstream pop songs in a country style including tracks by U2 and Oasis.

brings together the toughness of modern country with vulnerability, allowing the songs to feel both grounded and emotionally open


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An authentic & raw melancholic take on the classic Texas-Country genre, elevated with modern production and themes.

FOR FANS OF

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The honesty of Luke Combs, the musicianship of City & Colour, the sonic palette of Josh Abbott band and the vibe of Hardy, Ernest and Jordan Davis

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

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WHAT PEOPLE SAY

A gentle-giant who is easy to work with, Ryan loves being part of the country community and is passionate for breaking SILOs to work together with anyone involved.

a unique take on country songwriting, standing out by challenging modern norms.


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