“No Cowboy” by Race Ricketts

Race Ricketts is a Texas-rooted country and Americana artist from Olney whose music draws deeply from his small-town upbringing. He began writing country music as a freshman at the University of Oklahoma and intensified his craft during the COVID-19 pandemic. His debut album 940 released in 2024 features 11 tracks including the standout song Pacifist, alongside songs like Texas BBQ and the collaborative track You Don't Deserve Writing a Song About with Presley Haile. His songwriting reflects influences from Guy Clark, Jason Isbell, and Drive-By Truckers, blending traditional country roots with contemporary Americana storytelling.