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The Real Country Podcast by Nikki in Nashville
Real Country in Nashville and all of my content channels exist to highlight the people living the spirit of country, western, and outlaw every day. From artists to entrepreneurs, ranchers to creators, we shine a light on the ones doing life and business their own way. Expect raw conversations, stories from the road, and the soundtrack that fuels today’s modern outlaws. This isn’t your polished, radio-ready or "woke" version of country, it’s the grit, heart, and hustle that defines the culture.
The Real Country Podcast by Nikki in Nashville
The Real Country Podcast Volume 9 - JD Clayton
JD Clayton on Making Music His Way, Nashville Life, and Fatherhood | Real Country Podcast
In this episode of The Real Country Podcast, we sit down with rising country/blues-rock singer-songwriter JD Clayton for an honest, laid-back conversation about life, music, and everything in between.
JD opens up about his journey into country music, from growing up in Arkansas to nearly pursuing a totally different career path. We talk about what it was like moving to Nashville, self-producing his own record, and the importance of staying true to his sound in an industry that often pushes artists to conform.
We also get into life outside of music, his hobbies, his family, and what it’s been like stepping into fatherhood for the first time.
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Topics Covered:
• JD’s early journey into music
• What he almost became before music took off
• Producing his own album start to finish
• Moving to Nashville and staying authentic
• His favorite pastimes outside of touring
• Becoming a dad and balancing life on the road
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