Growing up under the influence of artists such as George Strait and Chris Ledoux, Ricky Fugitt is a huge fan of country music and all that comes with being a musical artist. As a child, Ricky and his father attended stock shows and rodeo events where the post rodeo concerts inspired him to pursue becoming a performer. From his early performances at V F W halls to acoustic shows at local opry houses, country music has always defined him.
Ricky's real breakthrough came in the summer of 2008 when he wrote a song entitled 'Red Dirt Music' which was picked up by radio stations throughout Texas and Oklahoma.
Ricky has opened for acts such as Jason Boland, Cody Canada & The Departed, Wade Bowen, Jackson Taylor, Logan Mize, Mark McKinney, Kurt South, Mike McClure, Kevin Fowler, Daryl Singletary, Phil Hamilton, JB & The Moonshine Band, James Wesley and Vallejo. Ricky has also shared bookings with Merle Haggard and Ronnie Dunn. Today Ricky is still playing when and wherever he can. He has begun touring KS/TX/OK/MO/AR with a new road band that features seasoned veteran players from the Oklahoma & Texas Music Scene.
Ricky has recently signed to Oklahoma Indie Red Dirt Label 'Cimsound Records', and has teamed up with Producer/Engineer Jeff Parker (Cross Canadian Ragweed, Jason Boland), on his first studio album "CURSED TOWN"
Playing country music most of his life Ricky began singing anywhere there was a spot to sing...growing up with a rodeo and country influence Ricky has found a sound of his own.
Ricky Fugitt is "Red Dirt & Rodeo Proud”