An independent singer-songwriter born and raised in Scott City, Missouri. A small town on I-55 between Saint Louis and Memphis. 

Ryan began experimenting with songwriting in 2001. Recording a handful of  demos on a 4-track digital recorder. Though, soon after he started a family and a career in manufacturing. Little time was available for songwriting. The next 20+ years were spent experiencing life’s ups, downs, twists and turns. Slowly, life's experiences filled his songwriting well, and the time has now come to draw from its depths.

In 2023 Ryan left factory work to focus on music. First obtaining a 30-credit hour “Certificate in Songwriting” from Musicians Institute of Hollywood, CA. Then “The Art of Songwriting Certificate” from Belmont University of Nashville, TN.  He is also an active member of  the Nashville Songwriting Association International (NSAI). Making regular trips to Nashville, for conferences, workshops, pitch events, and networking opportunities. 

Songwriter influences include:  John Fogerty, Jim Morrison, Tom Petty, James Taylor, Gordon Lightfoot, Michael Stipe, Chris & Rich Robinson, Chris Cornell, Eddie Vedder, Sheryl Crow, Brandi Carlisle, Johnny Cash, Alan Jackson, Dwight Yoakum. 

He is also greatly influenced by early 90’s grunge and alternative rock era. (High school yrs 1992-1996)

Ryan currently lives in Benton, Missouri. He continues to be active with NSAI, and is recording his songs in his home studio.  He plans to move to Nashville soon.