Ryan Jay Struggles To Turn a New Page on “Blame It on the Jack”

Can he break the vicious cycle?

Possessing a powerful, free, and expansive artistic spirit and vision, fearless singer-songwriter Ryan Jay has always marched to the beat of his drum.

Having picked up the guitar in 2002, the immensely talented artist would get his start touring with heavy metal bands back in 2004, traveling the East Coast and even Canada. Having transitioned to country music in 2012, Jay would once again hit the road, touring the U.S. and proving that he more than had what it takes to take the industry by storm, no matter the genre.

Channeling iconic influences like Eric Church, Cody Jinks, and Metallica, Jay’s music fuses country grit with a metal edge, resulting in a unique sound practically unheard of in mainstream music today.

Jay describes his music as “bold, honest, and sincere,” with his releases taking inspiration from his personal life. In many ways, Jay’s releases are like snapshots of his lived experience, feeling like confessions at times and diaries at others. Having struggled with alcohol addiction in the past, Jay is now sober, and with every release, his light grows ever brighter.

True to his style, Jay’s latest release, “Blame It On The Jack,” is a raw reflection on Jay's past struggles with alcoholism. The song, which he began writing years ago during his battle with addiction, now serves as a testament to his sobriety and growth.

Lyrics like the opening salvo, “Yes she left me / and I don’t think she’s coming back,” and other lines like “And I find myself with some bloody knuckles and a broken bottle of whisky,” take a hard, unflinching look at the pitfalls of alcoholism. What really sells “Blame It On The Jack” is Jay’s sincere delivery, with his vocal performance ringing true to the changed man he’s become.

With five nominations at the 2024 Josie Awards and counting, Ryan Jay’s story proves that grit and resilience pay off. Whenever you’re ready, tap in and stream Ryan Jay’s latest release, “Blame It On The Jack,” now on all major streaming platforms.

Welcome to Buzz, Ryan Jay! We loved “Blame It On The Jack.” What a sincere and touching release! We had to ask: We know that your personal life inspired this song, so what did it feel like when you heard the final version for the first time? It must have felt somewhat cathartic!

It felt great to hear my vision come to life and possibly give insight to others and help them.

What’s your fondest music-related memory?

Playing Machine Shop in Flint, MI, Sold Out opening for Chase Matthew.

What inspired you to take that initial step to seriously pursue music, and what motivates you to make music now?

Music has been my life since I was 16. When you love something enough in life, you just go for it. Making my dreams come true and helping people through my music motivates me the most.

What was your favorite part of the creative process for making this release, and what’s your favorite part of the creative process usually?

My favorite part of this process was making the lyrics come to life in my music video. That’s usually my favorite part of the process.

What’s next for Ryan Jay, and is there anything you’d like to say to your fans?

I'm working on a full-length album, touring, and Nashville! I’d like to tell my fans that I love them, sincerely appreciate all of their support, and thank them for spending their hard-earned money on my shows.

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