Tx2Tn Podcast Ep225 Ashton Naylor

This episode is a conversation with Texas singer-songwriter Ashton Nailer about how he got into music, what shaped his sound, and how he’s building his career the hard way: through live shows, co-writes, and constant gigging. He talks about starting music later than some, leaning into performance as his strongest lane, and learning by playing covers, writing songs, and getting comfortable being on stage. The hosts also dig into his Texas roots with a fun “Why are they famous?” segment centered on San Marcos, which leads into a wider talk about Texas music culture and the people who shape it.Ashton shares how Lubbock, South Plains College, Blue Light, and the Texas scene helped him sharpen his craft, meet the right people, and figure out what kind of artist he wants to be. He also talks about being open to recording other writers’ songs, the role of melody in his writing, and how mentorship from Randy Rogers has helped him open doors and stay grounded.