JD Clayton: From Dentist Dreams to Southern Soul

JD Clayton never planned on a life in music. Growing up in Fort Smith, Arkansas, he thought dentistry might be his path until a single song at high school graduation shifted his whole trajectory. In this episode of The Western Side Podcast, JD sits down with us inside the brand-new Marsh Wear flagship store in Charleston (shoutout to our friends at Marsh Wear for hosting!) to talk about his slow-and-steady rise, his soulful new record Blue Sky Sundays and his recent sessions down in Muscle Shoals.We talk about small-town roots, gospel banjo and what it means to mix country, rock, and soul in a way that feels honest—without chasing trends.Tap in for a refreshing conversation, and get to know JD Clayton and his music!Follow us on Instagram @the_westernside and watch the full session on YouTube: youtube.com/@thewesternside