Minnesota country rocker ​Clayton Ryan is the walking definition of a “grassroots” musician. With his tireless national touring and a rustic, uniquely-Midwestern sound, Clayton and his electrifying live band have built their following at the ground level, one fan at a time.
His debut album Ghost Town - and well over a hundred shows a year - put him in the national spotlight, showcasing a nostalgic sound and a wide scope of powerfully emotional songwriting. His music has been featured in programs like NFL, NASCAR, WWE, and Walker, and he has shared stages with country legends like John Michael Montgomery, Collin Raye, Jo Dee Messina, and Ned LeDoux. With his sophomore project Gas Station Social Club set to begin rolling out in May, Clayton is prepared for his breakout moment as a dedicated, unrelenting performer.
"First of all, Clayton Ryan has a fantastic voice. Just this huge bellow, this vibrato that just resonates... It's ridiculous."
- Pretty Fort Weekly
"The lost art of the story song. I could almost hear Gordon Lightfoot singing this."
- Marcus Hummon, Grammy-Award Winning Songwriter
"Simply put, Ryan is the kind of singer-songwriter Americana and roots music needs right now. He’s that good."
- B Sides & Badlands
