Music

R.J. Sloane plays outlaw country and outlaw gospel rooted in the American West. Raw. Gritty. The weight of the West in every line.

This is music for men who know that the hardest battle is within.

R.J. Sloane writes outlaw country and outlaw gospel for the men who stand in the gap. This is music for the protectors—the ones God designed to be a wall of strength for their families and a steady example of justice on this earth. It’s about the grit it takes to face down a vulture and the unwavering resolve to break a vile legacy. These songs celebrate masculinity that is unapologetically strong and protective, built like armor to shield the soft underbelly of what matters most. Whether it's the high-stakes grind to save a ranch or the quiet grace found at the end of a hard-ridden trail, this is an anthem for the man who is tough enough to defend his own and tender enough to hold his little girl's hand.

Rebel Cowboy's Manifesto

Thirteen tracks. No apology. Outlaw country album for the man who still believes in a code — and refuses to explain himself.

Forged by Fire

The full gauntlet. From the forge to the fight, the weight of guilt he can't outrun, and the bottom of the bottle where he finally hits his knees. Outlaw country for the man who went through the fire and came out the other side.

Long Drive Home

The full gauntlet. From the forge to the fight, the weight of guilt he can't outrun, and the bottom of the bottle where he finally hits his knees. Outlaw country for the man who went through the fire and came out the other side.

Showdown (instrumental)

Showdown is a hard-driving outlaw country instrumental by R.J. Sloane — a duel between angry fiddle and electric guitar. No vocals. No mercy. Two instruments. One road. One winner.

...and yes, my bride plays fiddle. She started it.

Angry Night (instrumental)

Angry Night is an outlaw country instrumental by R.J. Sloane — the closer. After everything this album put him through, the guitar says what's left.